Iowa, Ron Paul and Continuing On to NH

Whadja think of last night in Iowa?

As you know, Barack Obama beat Hillary Clinton by 8-9 percentage points. She came in third, behind John Edwards.

And Ron Paul took fifth, among Republicans, beating no-show Rudy Giuliani.

Mike Huckabee had a similar win over Mitt Romney. That said, in conservative, largely faith-based Iowa, Huckabee had easy pickings there . This showed two things, though: Repubs are still undecided, and, Add Romney and Huckabee and you've got a lot of morally conservative voters willing to vote Republican.

The Democrats never reached out to evangelical and fundamentalist Christians, despite having some values many hold important.

I think Huckabee will take a hit in NH. Everyone does. Expect him to tweak his message to diminish his faith-focus, and talk about caring for others. Consistent with what he believes, but will help limit the religious phobia that swirls around those afraid of his personal life.

I think Edwards' support is temporary. He is too liberal compared to Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama, and the majority of Democratic voter want someone to build bridges with conservatives. The jury is out whether Hillary/Obama can do this, but few think Edwards can, or intends to.

Still a Hillary/Obama fight. The Clinton campaign is not unorganized, and not hanging their heads low. They know Hillary’s husband lost in Iowa, and then went on to win two White House elections. Expect the Hillary machine to do what it does better than the rest: swing hard, look smart, and handle the PR masterfully.

Rudy never showed up, realizing he had no chance in Iowa. He saved his money, emotions and reality. That reality is that he will not president. He's running for speaking jobs in 2009.

Which Republican is wining their side? I’m unsure. Huckabee’s victory may not withstand then upcoming East Coast liberal onslaught. However, he could thrive. Just like during Super Bowl Sunday, alternatives are still needed. He might be seen as the one credible conservative option, and, as we see, other than Romney, candidates among Republicans are more mid-road moralists or have no reasonable chance (no one, from what I hear, ever took Alan Keyes seriously).

Iowa Caucus: Clinton Loses to Obama, Ties With Edwards

1. Edwards and Clinton both have 31%
2. Huckabee has won Iowa with 35%
3. Obama has won Iowa with 36%

Ideas for Helping Ron Paul Take Down Hillary and Barack

1. Write a letter to the editor.
2. Give money to the Ron Paul campaign
3. Encourage others to write letters
4. Write letters to your local Republican representative
5. Visit your local Republican representative at his or her office
6. Post on every blog you can logical, and intelligent remarks (remember, "I hate Bush" is useless, and essentially was all the John Kerry campaign was seen as).

What Next? Ron Paul in a New Year

2008. Ron Paul needs numbers - volunteers, money, publicity, and, ultimately, votes.

2007 saw some victories, but the Hillary Clinton campaign is hardly sitting around, and Barack Obama is starting to make credible noise. Clinton's a machine, and appeals to the very liberal crowd. Barack Obama attracts the anti-war crowd very well.

What can we learn?

What can we do?

What will you do?

Post your ideas. I'll highlight the better ones, and keep a running list.

Barack Obama Campaign Gear

In a desire to be an equal opportunity blogger, after posting a lot of pro-Ron Paul campaign materials, I though posting some Barack Obama campaign t-shirts might be in order.

Apparel

Barack Obama Black Clothing Women's Long Sleeve Dark$24.09
Barack Obama Black Clothing Women's V-Neck Dark T-$20.09
Barack Obama Black Clothing Maternity Dark T-Shirt$24.09
Barack Obama Black Clothing Women's Plus Size V-Neck$25.09
Barack Obama Black Clothing Dark T-Shirt$19.09
Barack Obama Black Clothing Women's Plus Size Scoo$25.09
Barack Obama Black Clothing Long Sleeve Dark T-Shi$24.09
Barack Obama Black Clothing Women's Dark T-Shirt$20.09

If Ron Paul is not nominated, then what?

I saw Ron Paul stickers plastered all over a Jeep this afternoon. Odds aren't his favor, and there aren't enough stickers and T-shirts out there. He simply isn't getting the necessary support. Even Mike Huckabee is beating him.

Get a different view on another candidate: this time, Hillary Rodham Clinton.

Would you vote for her if Ron Paul does get nominated? He's no cookie cutter Republican, and might be more inclined to see Democrat support. If he is not nominated, could you support her?

http://hillary-clinton-president.blogspot.com/

Ron Paul Hats, Bags and Caps

Hats & Bags
Ron Paul in 2008 Cap$13.09
Ron Paul in 2008 Tote Bag$13.09
Ron Paul in 2008 Messenger Bag$19.09
Ron Paul in 2008 Trucker Hat

Ron Paul mugs and baby teddy bear (cute)

Houseware
Ron Paul in 2008 Teddy Bear$13.09
Ron Paul in 2008 Mug$11.09
Ron Paul in 2008 Large Mug$12.09
Ron Paul in 2008 Stein$14.09

Baby for Ron Paul apparel

Get your baby out campaigning for Ron Paul

Baby
Ron Paul in 2008 Bib$6.09

Ron Paul in 2008 Kids Sweatshirt$15.09

Ron Paul in 2008 Kids Light T-Shirt$14.09

Ron Paul in 2008 Infant/Toddler T-Shirt$9.09

Ron Paul in 2008 Infant Bodysuit$10.09

Ron Paul in 2008 Kids Baseball Jersey$14.09

Ron Paul in 2008 Kids Dark T-Shirt$19.09

Truckers for Ron Paul and More Ron Paul Friends

Ron Paul's many friends can be found online. i found some new ones at: http://www.truckers4ronpaul.org

my.RonPaulspace.com - a MySpace®-style site for Ron Paul supporters! Visit our page under the name Truckers4RonPaul
http://ronpaul.meetup.com/16/ - the Meetup Group responsible for the DVD we give away.
http://www.topronpaulsites.com/ - a ranking site for Ron Paul sites all over the Web.
GOPRising.com - a site where Republicans who support Ron Paul can get together.
GrannyWarriors.com - site where the Warrior Granny and her friends chronicle their exploits in getting the word out about RP!
http://www.redheads4ronpaul.net/ - RedHeads4RonPaul.net is a site dedicated to redheaded people who support Dr. Paul!
http://www.hope4america.org/ - great Ron Paul site with all things Ron!
http://www.ronpaulblimp.com/ - the Ron Paul blimp!
http://www.michaeleisenhauer.com/ron_paul/downloads.aspx - free downloads of many, many Ron Paul DVDs! Awesome!
http://www.pledgeforpaul.com/index.php - Pledge your primary vote for Ron Paul.
http://www.ronpoogle.com/ - Ron Paul + Google = ronpoogle! Set this as your new home page!
http://www.ronpaulradio.com/ - Ron Paul Radio: several podcasts and radio shows, all about Ron Paul!
http://naturalbeinghuman.blogspot.com/ - blog site about Ron Paul.
http://www.ronpaulstreetteam.com/ - The Ron Paul Street Team is a site with lots of Ron Paul action items you can do!
http://www.ronpaulyellowpages.com/ - The Ron Paul Yellow Pages: find businesses that support Ron Paul!

Merry Christmas to All Who Are Running, and To All of You Voting for Those Who Are Running for President

Today is a day celebrated by many Christians as the day of Jesus Christ's birth. For today, may we all set down our swords, our cynicism, our bitterness, our arguments, and live a day filled with love.

Tomorrow is a new day, and all of it can begin again. Hopefully, though, no matter how much we think our candidate is better than the other guy (or girl), we will campaign in love, not hate.

Merry Christmas!

Ron Paul Thinks Huckbee is a pro-gun, pro-life Bill Clinton

What's next?

Paul funds Huckabee critics' Iowa trips
United Press International - Dec 14, 2007
Ron Paul's dime. "He's a pro-gun, pro-life Bill Clinton," said former Arkansas state Sen. Jim Holt, R-Springdale, "(with) his communications skills, ...

Ron Paul is at 4.5%

Much work needs to be done, oh quiet ones, if Ron Paul is going to beat Hillary "the Machine" Clinton. He's stirring news stories and grassroots efforts, but not the polls. Say what you will about polls, pollsters and surveys, 4.5% is a long way back.

Have you quit already?

Poll Averages - Republicans

• Rudy Giuliani 28.5%
  
• Fred Thompson 14.2%
  
• Mitt Romney 12.7%
  
• John McCain 12.8%
  
• Mike Huckabee 9.2%
  
• Ron Paul 4.5%

Ron Paul in the News: Grassroots

• Foot soldiers for the Ron Paul revolution - at The Los Angeles Times (reg. req'd) - Sat, Dec 01, 2007
• Grass roots 'big ace' in Ron Paul's White House bid - at USATODAY.com - Fri, Nov 30, 2007