Vincent Harris, a moderate Republican and a very smart guy, is exactly the type of person that Jim Webb can win in this state. That's going to be critical come November. Now, Vincent has essentially endorsed Webb over on his blog, "Too Conservative" (the most popular Republican blog in Virginia). Check it out:
On June 13th, Democrats(and cross-over Republicans) have a choice between two VERY different candidates.
Harris Miller is the incarnation of a Northern Virginia liberal.With less than 50 people at his kickoff in a County where he used to be the leader of the Democratic Party, he does not excite. If he wins the nomination, he will not be able to run as a +óGé¼+ôMark Warner moderate+óGé¼-¥, simply because he is NOT one. His credentials are minimal, and his positions seem in line with Jim Moran.
James Webb gives the Democrats something to be proud of. He should also make every Allen supporter scared. Webb brings a wealth of experience to the table in various fields which Miller doesn+óGé¼Gäót closely comparing to. For those of you who haven+óGé¼Gäót met him, trust me+óGé¼-ª.Webb has an edge to him. His positions on the war will win him support statewide, while his views on issues such as affirmatve action and gun+óGé¼Gäós will help him in Southside and the Valley.
Webb will play into the hands of suburban voters much more than Miller will in the general+óGé¼-ª
While I originally thought it was a good idea to vote in this primary, since I have spoken to many elected officials on both sides of the aisle who have told me that there is a chance GOPers who vote MAYBE DISQUALIFIED IN THE FUTURE from GOP votes.
If I was an objective Democrat..I+óGé¼Gäód vote for Webb.
Very nice. Jim Webb: expanding the Democratic Party by uniting Progressives, "Reagan Democrats," independents, and moderate Republicans. Sounds like a winning coalition to me, and one that Harris Miller could NEVER put together in a million years, and with $100 million (which he doesn't have and won't have).
Thanks Vincent; I don't agree with you on some issues, but you still rock!
No way, Miller with his endorsement of the offshore outsourcing of jobs, insourcing and these horrific trade agreements, plus his complete lack of comprehension on military and strategic foreign policy is going to unite people on the real issues and convince them to forget the "wedge" issues.
It's time for a change.
For Democrats, it'll be nominating someone who is strong, progressive, and not a party insider. Someone who will bring new ideas, visions, and leadership to the party and the people. That someone is Jim Webb.
For Republicans, it'll be turning their back on the failed policies of George Bush and his enablers like George Allen and Tom Delay. They'll be looking for someone who is strong, will bring new leadership, and a progessive point of view that works with their beliefs. Again, that someone is Jim Webb.
I suspect that Vincent is one of the first in a long line of moderate Republicans who will realize that Jim Webb is the change we all need.
"while his views on issues such as affirmatve action and gun’s will help him in Southside and the Valley."
He seems to be implying that Webb opposes affirmative action. This may or may not be true, since Webb is pulling a Kaine-on-CP with the issue, trying to play both sides. Webb has historically been very opposed to AA, but in the past few months has been seriously waffling -- just like Kaine did on CP.
And what does "his views on...gun's" mean? Did he mean to say "views on guns"? Just wondering.
Oh well, I can see how excited you are about Webb being endorsed by a moderate Republican who happens to have a blog. I'm sure that will sway a lot of Democratic voters on Tuesday. ;-)
While I originally thought it was a good idea to vote in this primary, since I have spoken to many elected officials on both sides of the aisle who have told me that there is a chance GOPers who vote MAYBE DISQUALIFIED IN THE FUTURE from GOP votes.
What does this mean?