Ron Paul's Generosity
Submitted by jaclynvsmith on Mon, 02/27/2012 - 17:51I've always wanted to meet Dr. Paul, and have come very close on a few different occasions. Unfortunately, patience and politeness never seem to work in my favor, however, Dr. Paul preaches peace (a message I fully support), so I feel as though it would be a little ironic for me to fight and claw my way to the front. Somewhat disappointed, I walked out of the building, and saw a small group of people standing around. Assuming they were waiting for Dr. Paul to make his exit, I thought I might as well give it a shot.
I stood around for 15-20 minutes, and finally Dr. Paul was escorted out of the building, right in my direction. I put out my hand and introduced myself. Hoping I would be able to get my two books, both copies of "Liberty Defined", signed by the author, his security detail shattered my hopes by telling me he didn't have time to sign anything. They walked him to his car and closed the door. I smiled and waved, and then shot a pout over to my mom, as to tell her "so close; I tried".
Just as I was about to walk away, I hear a knock coming from the direction of Dr. Paul's silver Chevy Tahoe. Through the tinted windows, I see Dr. Paul making the "come here" gesture with his hand. He rolls down the window and says, "Give me that book. They always give me grief about signing things, but I really don't mind". Upon telling him how thankful I was and the impact he's had on my life, he says calmly, "Now, give me the other one". He signs my second book and bids me a genuine farewell.
I think it's safe to say that Dr. Paul had my vote before this kind gesture. However, I think this small occurrence speaks to what kind of man he is and what kind of President he would be; A man of the people, for the people and by the people.
Thank you, Dr. Paul, for taking the time out of your crazy schedule to make me feel important.
Tomorrow, I will be turning 25, and your generosity is the best birthday present I could ever ask for. You can assure that when I blow out my candles, my wish (AND VOTE!) will be sent your direction :)
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He signed a copy of Liberty
He signed a copy of Liberty Defined for my daughter and me me when we drove all the way from Chicago to Iowa to see him. He is such a fantastic human being.
Ron Paul or Bust
Great story...
here's another kind moment with the Doc...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Un8gyJfRUDA
This
This is awesome. I didn't have time to stay because I had to get my grandma home (she wanted to see him speak), but I'm glad someone else got their books signed!!
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At least
You got to see him speak in person! That, honestly, would have been enough for me. This was just a bonus ;)
Hey Jaclyn, just saw you on the Tee Vee!
er... well... on the net.o)
well, at least I think it's you. either way, you looked great and did it excellently, even if it were just for like 15seconds on Fox (well, to be fair Fox local affiliates are usually never as evil as Murderdoch's NYC FakeNews HQ).
http://www.myfoxdetroit.com/dpp/news/politics/gop-presidenti...
For direct view or download, here's the URL, you're on around 1:50min mark:
http://media2.myfoxdetroit.com/video/2012/02/27/5P-RON-PAUL....
don't know whether you are from Michigan or attending from out of state, but if you are, please make us proud tomorrow night, regardless of what the MSM push-polls say!
Go go Go go Go go MI R3VOL! get'em! get'em! get'em! get'em!
PS. Have a magnificent Quarter Century YOUNG birthday!
Predictions in due Time...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGDisyWkIBM
"Let it not be said that no one cared, that no one objected once it's realized that our liberties and wealth are in jeopardy." - Dr. Ronald Ernest Paul
Yeah, they got my last name
Yeah, they got my last name wrong, but I was proud to represent for him no matter what. I am from the state, and my ENTIRE FAMILY (extended included) will be voting for Ron Paul today. Thanks!!!
just found
a YouTube upload of the same interview & Dr. Paul's speech coverage:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MsYXwKBadJU
Predictions in due Time...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGDisyWkIBM
"Let it not be said that no one cared, that no one objected once it's realized that our liberties and wealth are in jeopardy." - Dr. Ronald Ernest Paul
Thank you
for sharing this story. Of course, we all expect nothing less of the good Dr. Paul. We are so fortunate to be living through this Revolution with him.
If my apartment caught on fire
I would grab the only two possessions that I feel geniunely attached to- my Super Nintendo my parents bought me 20 years ago and my Ron Paul autographed copy of End The Fed.
I bought my little sister her own copy of End the Fed because I didn't want to risk something happening to mine. lol
This is great!
I definitely just added something to my "fire grab" list, for sure!
Yup.
Mine is a parking stub signed and validated by the next President of the United States of America!
"Timid men prefer the calm of despotism to the tempestuous sea of liberty" TJ
Wow!
Happy Birthday! Ha!
Thank
You!!! :)
Nice story
Thanks for sharing.
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First Lady Carol is the same.
Back in 2007, I was at a debate watching party, the Paul's showed up late and around midnight there were crowds of supporters around Dr Paul. I didn't think it right to shove through the crowd to get to him, so, as I was hanging out on the outskirts I noticed Carol sitting in a black SUV with a couple other ladies. No one was around so I walked over and awkwardly tried to tell her how concerned I and other supporters had been about her recent health problems and that it was soooo good to see her doing well. I had an ink pen and asked her to sign my old blue leather purse witch I was carrying. She said that she knew something better and searched in her purse for a sharpie. She asked where to sign it and I said just to write across the middle, she sweetly replied "I wouldn't want to ruin your purse!" and proceeded to write a beautiful, carefully written signature in one corner. I hadn't carried that purse for 4 years, I treasure it too much, but recently I carried it to a debate watching party and once again enjoyed showing off my Carol Paul designer purse :)
Ron Paul is my President.
Dr. Paul signs his signature
Dr. Paul signs his signature the same way, slow, thoughtful and deliberate...not a typical sig. for a doctor. He signed an autograph for my daughter in SC.
Great Story
I would have no doubt that his wife is just as amazing as he is. They just seem like such great people.
Sweet!! Happy Birthday Jaclyn
!
Bump
Best story of the day...along with the 4,000 at his rally!
I couldn't agree more, wish I
I couldn't agree more, wish I had remembered to ask for signatures from Ron & Carol when I met them ><.
"Give me Liberty or give me death." Patrick Henry
+ vote!
ugh <3 i just love him
Seriously, my heart melts.
Seriously, my heart melts.
right!
*swoon* if only he was about 50 years younger >.< haha! just kidding
Yep, that's Dr. Paul
I've actually had a similar experience. He's just a great man. And I won't quit until he's our next president. Knowing that there are thousands and thousands of people out there who feel the exact same way, and will never quit, just makes it that much easier.
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Awesome
he did exactly what we all thought he would do. I am starting to think I may never get to shake his hand now, he is becoming too famous, that is a good problem for me to have I suppose.
Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom must. like men, undergo the fatigue of supporting it.-Thomas Paine
The R3volution requires action, not observation!!!!
Small Events
If you can ever catch him at a smaller event, that would be best. I am sure he will continue on with book signings and speaking engagements and such. I think he is typically a lot more accessible at those. The campaign events are just too huge.
You lucky, lucky, lucky...
well, you know the rest! I've never wanted anyone's autograph, but I would relish an opportunity to shake Dr. Paul's hand. However, I have been able to meet and speak with Bill Clinton and Rod Blagojevich...so I fear my hand is too tainted to touch Ron Paul's.
Hahaha
Well, I am sure you washed it a few times since (if not immediately after), so I am sure it's back to its pure state.
I totally agree. I am not the kind of person to get star struck. Dr. Paul is the only person in the world I'd care so much about meeting. You can have your Brad Pitt and Scarlett Johansson any day.
And I have never loved a politician until Dr Paul
Probably will have to love him from a distance though
Thanx,
Jason
You can't get clean in a dirty bathtub.
lmao
well, as long as you haven't shaken Frothy's
That shizz does NOT come out!