JDouglasFisher
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Since this is the campaign suggestion box, let me encourage a couple of things here which I myself, as well as many Republicans in New Jersey, feel need to be addressed.
Although it was the "Professor" Ron Paul that has brought forth the new blood to the party, unfortunately, it will not be the "Professor" who will win this campaign. George Stephanopolous in essence could've been right all along when he said "you can't win."
Way back when a little known red necked governor from Arkansas was running a campaign for presidency, very few people in the nation took serious notice of him. Then, something strange happened.
His campaign sent him off to be made over in appearance, and he had someone who prepped him before every speech and debate.
and Guess What? Bill Clinton became the 42nd president of the United States.
Now, Clinton didn't have a hardcore following like Dr. Ron Paul does, but yet the strategies employed by his campaign made him a winner.
Ron Paul has an advantage. All of us supporters are steeped in the grassroots tradition. So half the work is already done. Now, its time for the big sell to the rest of the Republican party.
The only way we are going to achieve this is through marketing. Yes, just like regular sales, we need to "market" a Ron Paul Presidency.
But its hard to sell a used to car someone who is looking at newer cars on the lot.
The last debate, both Romney and Huckabee looked very good. They were sharp looking, had well rehearsed answers, weren't afraid to assert themselves when being pressured. Truly presidential looking candidates.
Ron Paul on the other hand, well, besides being too humble, and thus allowing himself to get beaten up, he looks beat.
Many Republican voters I speak to, all tell me the same thing, "I like his platform, but he looks like a wimp."
This is the problem we need to overcome. Among average Republican voters, confidence in the image of Ron Paul is very lacking.
So I am proposing to you to send Ron Paul out for a Presidential makeover, then hire someone who can prep him before he speaks at various events.
I know money is not the issue, so don't cry poverty to me. I also know that the grassroots effort has gone above and beyond the call of duty in getting his name recognized.
As for Getting out the Vote, yeah, we are still learning, but relying solely on GOTV efforts of grassroots volunteers is a terrible mistake. We need to add an insurance policy to our campaign, and by giving Ron Paul a good coat of polish and a tune up, and we will end up having many more voters flocking to our cause without having to redouble the efforts already put in.
Consider this a wise investment.
I can put you in touch with the right people for the job, who can get the results that we need. I encourage you to call me at my home @ 973-907-2963
J. Douglas Fisher, Organizer
Ron Paul Revolutionaries of Passaic County #1251
P.s. Oh and Lew, just so you know, there is a movement going around in email about removing you and several other key campaign management components and replacing them with capable people. If "we the people" don't start seeing improvement on many levels of this campaign, everything from appearance, to assertiveness, preparedness and better campaign organization, which will yield much better results in the primaries, there will be an angry supporter revolt.
It would be wise to view Christopher Gadsden's flag for a moment, and realize that just like the Timber Rattlesnake, our political revolution is a self minding creature of great beauty and poise, but when threatened and disrespected, is capable of delivering one hell of a venomous blow.
Although it was the "Professor" Ron Paul that has brought forth the new blood to the party, unfortunately, it will not be the "Professor" who will win this campaign. George Stephanopolous in essence could've been right all along when he said "you can't win."
Way back when a little known red necked governor from Arkansas was running a campaign for presidency, very few people in the nation took serious notice of him. Then, something strange happened.
His campaign sent him off to be made over in appearance, and he had someone who prepped him before every speech and debate.
and Guess What? Bill Clinton became the 42nd president of the United States.
Now, Clinton didn't have a hardcore following like Dr. Ron Paul does, but yet the strategies employed by his campaign made him a winner.
Ron Paul has an advantage. All of us supporters are steeped in the grassroots tradition. So half the work is already done. Now, its time for the big sell to the rest of the Republican party.
The only way we are going to achieve this is through marketing. Yes, just like regular sales, we need to "market" a Ron Paul Presidency.
But its hard to sell a used to car someone who is looking at newer cars on the lot.
The last debate, both Romney and Huckabee looked very good. They were sharp looking, had well rehearsed answers, weren't afraid to assert themselves when being pressured. Truly presidential looking candidates.
Ron Paul on the other hand, well, besides being too humble, and thus allowing himself to get beaten up, he looks beat.
Many Republican voters I speak to, all tell me the same thing, "I like his platform, but he looks like a wimp."
This is the problem we need to overcome. Among average Republican voters, confidence in the image of Ron Paul is very lacking.
So I am proposing to you to send Ron Paul out for a Presidential makeover, then hire someone who can prep him before he speaks at various events.
I know money is not the issue, so don't cry poverty to me. I also know that the grassroots effort has gone above and beyond the call of duty in getting his name recognized.
As for Getting out the Vote, yeah, we are still learning, but relying solely on GOTV efforts of grassroots volunteers is a terrible mistake. We need to add an insurance policy to our campaign, and by giving Ron Paul a good coat of polish and a tune up, and we will end up having many more voters flocking to our cause without having to redouble the efforts already put in.
Consider this a wise investment.
I can put you in touch with the right people for the job, who can get the results that we need. I encourage you to call me at my home @ 973-907-2963
J. Douglas Fisher, Organizer
Ron Paul Revolutionaries of Passaic County #1251
P.s. Oh and Lew, just so you know, there is a movement going around in email about removing you and several other key campaign management components and replacing them with capable people. If "we the people" don't start seeing improvement on many levels of this campaign, everything from appearance, to assertiveness, preparedness and better campaign organization, which will yield much better results in the primaries, there will be an angry supporter revolt.
It would be wise to view Christopher Gadsden's flag for a moment, and realize that just like the Timber Rattlesnake, our political revolution is a self minding creature of great beauty and poise, but when threatened and disrespected, is capable of delivering one hell of a venomous blow.