Comment: Mr. Middleton, I downvoted your thread for two reasons...

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Mr. Middleton, I downvoted your thread for two reasons...

1. The use of the term "religious nut." The Liberty Movement includes a mix of religious and non-religious supporters; "religious nut" is unhelpful, in that it is inflammatory and divisive.

2. You malign Rand Paul's motives when you accuse him of "pandering" and of "using religion to advance his political career." Could it be that maybe he really does believe the things he was saying in his speech? Criticizing conduct is one thing, but one should be cautious and charitable when commenting on what is in a person's mind and heart.

Other than that, I think it is a worthwhile topic to bring up.

A Constitutional, Christian conservative who voted for Ron and stands with Rand