**Statement from Donald Luskin to Ron Paul Supporters**

[adpierce]

See, there's absolutely no reason to freak out about this. If McCain is the nominee I think it is great that someone that agrees with Pauls ideas on economics is advising him.

QUIT BITCHING.

whoa... somebody who knows what the hell he's talking about... welcome I hope to read more of your posts... may reason continue to guide your steps.

 

[slantedview]

See, there's absolutely no reason to freak out about this. If McCain is the nominee I think it is great that someone that agrees with Pauls ideas on economics is advising him.

QUIT BITCHING.

the problem is, do we trust him? i think the reaction here gives you the answer.

 

[Seanmc30]

I know this sounds insane (but hey, Im a Ron Paul supporter)....but what if this is some kind of strategy? What if McCain & GOP realize that they won the nomination but there is no way in hell they will win the election?

What if their solution to that problem is a compromise between some of Ron Paul's economic policy as a VP and McCain as the front man? It would certainly "re-energize" the Republican race with an announcement such as this.

I know its out there, but right now I think the GOP knows they need a miracle to beat Hill-dog.

 

[SWATH]

So does this mean that McCain will suddenly start sounding like Ron Paul because he is ripping off all his ideas?

 

[dblee]

I'm sorry, but the man is a freaking traitor. I am never quick to jump to conclusions, but just TWO DAYS ago he said he would be with Ron Paul to the end and write him in if he had to. Nice to know endorsements are for sale.

 

[affa]

I know this sounds insane (but hey, Im a Ron Paul supporter)....but what if this is some kind of strategy? What if McCain & GOP realize that they won the nomination but there is no way in hell they will win the election?

What if their solution to that problem is a compromise between some of Ron Paul's economic policy as a VP and McCain as the front man? It would certainly "re-energize" the Republican race with an announcement such as this.

I know its out there, but right now I think the GOP knows they need a miracle to beat Hill-dog.

McCain/Paul?

No. Never. Warmonger/Peacemonger.

 

[ceakins]

I got a personal response from him also, Don the Douche Nozzle Luskin is a fucking liar.

 

[aravoth]

Listen, Mccain tried to grant amnesty to 12 million people, who all of the sudden would have acces to every benefit we have. That would have bent us over economically. He tried to extend healthcare coverage to Mexican NATIONALS living in MEXICO, that don't even pay into the system. He voted against Tax Cuts. And thinks you can fight a war like this without having to borrow 3 billion dollars a day from foreigners.

Yeah he sure as shit needs an economic advisor doesn't he? The man is the most, stupid, arrogant fool on earth, and needs all the advice he can get.

This idiot will never get my vote, I don't care who advises him.

 

[Ethek]

McCain needs help. He really is clueless. He talks about how 70% of the current budget will be entitlements at the end of the next presidents term. He has to know that if he signs on amnesty as everyone knows he would love, it would blow that commitment up to 100% or more just for entitlements. It would be an exponential curve for the financial burden of this country. McCain could care less.

Lets not forget about...

- the Trillion dollar/yr war.
- federal reserve flooding the market with devalued dollars
- trade agreements that bleed manufacturing jobs
- regulating net/media/speech in an information based economy.
- disregard for the Constitution

 

[qh4dotcom]

See, there's absolutely no reason to freak out about this. If McCain is the nominee I think it is great that someone that agrees with Pauls ideas on economics is advising him.

QUIT BITCHING.

Problem is that there's no guarantee that McCain will listen and implement his economic advice.

And of course, it was useless for Luskin to switch as McCain has little chance of beating Hillary. Just wait until Hillary gets her hands on McCain.

 

[sidster]

I guess it might be time to update his Wikipedia page (linky) since
he no longer is part of Ron Paul Presidential Campaign. eh?


EDIT:
Nevermind... someone is far quicker than I thought

On January 22, 2008, Luskin endorsed Ron Paul for president.

On January 24, 2008, Luskin was appointed Economic Advisor to the Ron Paul 2008 Presidential Campaign. In reference to Paul's economic revitalization plan, Luskin said "Ron Paul’s economic plan is the real thing – a plan. It’s not just a band-aid designed to ‘stimulate’ the economy in an election year. It’s a fundamental agenda for real and lasting change, making the US economy more vibrant and competitive, and removing barriers to advancement for all Americans.” [18] On February 7, 2008, Luskin step down from Paul's campaign and joined McCain after an undisclosed compensation package was offered.[19].

Can anyone confirm the last bit about the "undisclosed compensation package"?

 

[adpierce]

Problem is that there's no guarantee that McCain will listen and implement his economic advice.

And of course, it was useless for Luskin to switch as McCain has little chance of beating Hillary. Just wait until Hillary gets her hands on McCain.

Of the three who can realistically win their parties tickets.... who do you think is the most conservative... it's McCain, it's a pathetic compromised sort of conservatism.... but it's McCain. If Luskin wants his advice to matter... of the three Hillary, Obama or McCain which do you think would be most likely to implement his advice... Oh shit I'm having a epiphany .... it's McCain

 

[dblee]

From this day forth, the name Luskin will forever be synonymous with traitor to the revolution.

 

[Steve_New_Jersey]

Its a known fact that John does not change for anyone. He doesnt take advice and he thinks he always knows whats best. We are talking about the #1 source of friction when we tried to recover POWs. This guy is not going to listen to anyone. One of our own crossing the road is going to do nothing. John will loose to a dem and we all know it. The very last thing we need is John making it any closer to that seat.

 

[Ryan_G]

whoa... somebody who knows what the hell he's talking about... welcome I hope to read more of your posts... may reason continue to guide your steps.

I just get tired of fanatical RP supporters submarining the campaign. I cringe when I hear a supporter get on talk radio, sometimes they are good but often they do way more harm than good.

I heard Jason Lewis chew out an RP supporter in Minnesota tonight, and Lewis was pretty much in the right. Sad.

I truly believe RPs message is the best for the country and any way it can influence the people in power is a good thing.

 

[Seanmc30]

Problem is that there's no guarantee that McCain will listen and implement his economic advice.

And of course, it was useless for Luskin to switch as McCain has little chance of beating Hillary. Just wait until Hillary gets her hands on McCain.

This is what concerns me.... why give up principles to help McCain simply attempt (which is all he will be doing) to get in the white house?

He just gave up his chance to represent any real Republican ever again...why would he make that choice? How much could McCain have offered him? How could McCain afford to pay him with anything but Cheeze Doodles?

 

[revolutionary8]

MayTheRonBeWithYou,

I am not sure where you got this email?
And pardon me, but where is the verification that this is an email from Luskin?

Sorry for being such a skeptic, but you know how it goes.

Until I see some sort of verification from the campaign or some sort of proof that it was Luskin himself answering that email (which surprises me ttytt) then I will hold out on condemnation.
It surprises me that he would take time out of his busy day to answer you, unless of course you have some sort of clearance or are a part of the campaign/press. If you are, then please forgive me for being unaware.

 

[Lois]

Luskin Stole Ron Paul's Economic Ideas and Is Giving Them to McCain, who is Ron Paul's Arch Enemy

 

[qh4dotcom]

Listen, Mccain tried to grant amnesty to 12 million people, who all of the sudden would have acces to every benefit we have. That would have bent us over economically. He tried to extend healthcare coverage to Mexican NATIONALS living in MEXICO, that don't even pay into the system. He voted against Tax Cuts. And thinks you can fight a war like this without having to borrow 3 billion dollars a day from foreigners.

Yeah he sure as shit needs an economic advisor doesn't he? The man is the most, stupid, arrogant fool on earth, and needs all the advice he can get.

This idiot will never get my vote, I don't care who advises him.

Don't worry it was useless for Luskin to switch as McCain has little chance of beating Hillary. Just wait until Hillary gets her hands on McCain. She is going to obliterate him.
And the MSM will make sure that Hillary's embarrasment of McCain will be heard by everyone.

 

[Lois]

Oh, now I get it -- this post is from "MayTheRonBeWithYou". Haven't we had issues with him in the past???