Comment: can you explain why a petition for a speaking position?

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can you explain why a petition for a speaking position?

Submitted by EdSchill on Tue, 08/07/2012 - 13:24. Permalink

I am growing increasingly wary of these so called "Ron Paul supporters" who are actively campaigning for a speaking position at the convention. Ron Paul's name must be put into contention for the nomination as per the RNC rules thus creating a guarantee of not only a speaking spot but also a shot at the nomination. Either you are too inept to understand this or a troll trying to convince people to petition for a consolation prize vs their rightful place in the winners circle.