Damn it, campaign! Snubbing and standing-up (at the last minute) a major syndicated talk-show host who at least claims to be libertarian???
Boortz has NOT trashed Paul himself, only some of his supporters for being obnoxious (which, btw, they are -- maybe we should listen). He just says he has a philosophical difference with Paul over "islamofascism". Bootz is a smart, usually thoughtful guy, even though he's wrong on this issue. It would have been and interesting discussion and Ron could have introduced himself to the most important audience in Geogia and won some converts. But instead, we have to tick off yet another influential member of the media.
Like it or not, the media is all-powerful in national politics. They could have been our allies. There is no ideological media conspiracy (except on Fox), they are just obsessed with the horserace, which does hurt those with low name recognition. We have to win over people like Boortz and Beck -- not tick them off by not returning phone calls or standing them up.
I've held my tounge on the official campaign so far, but I've had it!