-
Alan O’Day, R.I.P.
May 20, 2013 | 1 comment
-
Elijah Harper, R.I.P.
May 18, 2013 | 1 comment
-
That’s a Lot of Caca in Caracas
May 16, 2013 | 7 comments
-
Canadian PM: Keystone XL Pipeline “Absolutely Needs To Go Ahead.”
May 16, 2013 | 2 comments
-
Has Obama Done Sufficient Damage Control With The IRS?
May 15, 2013 | 8 comments
The Spectacle Blog
As John Tabin has noted, multiple reports indicate that Mitt Romney will pick Wisconsin Congressman Paul Ryan to be his running mate.
I must confess that I spent the afternoon putting together an article titled, “Why Romney Won’t Pick Ryan”.
Never have I been happier to be wrong.
By picking Ryan, Romney has both elevated and embraced one of the leadings lights of 21st century American conservatism. More than any other Republican, Ryan has articulated a spirited defense of the free market, fiscal responsibility, what limited government should like and how we pay for it.
By picking Ryan, Romney has shown he’s not content to play it safe and willing to take a risk to win the election to restore America’s greatness.
By picking Ryan, Romney has put Wisconsin in play.
By picking Ryan, Romney has chosen a running mate that has gone toe to toe with President Obama and got the better of him as was the case during the 2010 Health Care Summit in Washington, D.C. When Obama publicly insulted Ryan to his face during a 2011 speech at George Washington University, Ryan called an impromptu press conference and said, “Rather than building bridges, he’s poisoning wells.” Ryan strikes fear in the heart of Obama.
By picking Ryan, Romney may force Obama to drop Joe Biden in favor of Hillary Clinton or some other more formidable opponent because Ryan would wipe the floor with Biden in a debate.
By picking Ryan, Romney has kept the future of American conservatism alive for years to come and may have also picked a future President.
View all comments (8) | Leave a comment
More Blog Posts by Aaron Goldstein
http://spectator.org/blog/2012/08/11/romney-ryan-yes-yes-yes
Follow us:
ADVERTISEMENT
Current Issue
- The (Real) Great Divide
- The End of the Castros?
- Eugenic Abortion 2.0
SPONSORED LINKS
FLASHBACK TO: 1995
-
Pope Culture
A man of faith in a godless age is hitting Americans where it hurts.
-
Why the GOP Does Not, Like, Totally Suck
Mr. and Mrs. American Spectator Reader, let P.J. O’Rourke talk sense to your kids.
-
Dames at Sea
-
In the Absence of Guns
In Britain, defending your property can get you life.
-
The Metaphysical Martini
-
Counting the Costs of Clintonism
The debacle of this president’s administration is both a cause and a symptom of the decline of American values. Unless Congress impeaches him, that decline will go on unchecked. An eminent jurist surveys the damage and assesses the chances for the recovery of our culture.
-
Chuck McHagel
It won’t take long for conservatives to scratch this presidential wannabe off their 2008 scorecard.
-
The Legacy of Old John and Mother Fresh-Roasted
-
It’s the Best Time of the Year
The American Christmas, like the songs that celebrate it, makes room for everybody under the rainbow. Is that why so many people seem to be hostile to it?
-
The Bush Crack-Up
Was the President done in by the economy, or by the politics of the economy?
Clip of the Day
ADVERTISEMENT
RJ| 8.11.12 @ 2:36AM
Of course, the press could be wrong and that by itself would be enjoyable to see egg on their faces again. I wonder why Romney would name his selection on Saturday when people are still focused on the Olympics. Nonetheless, I don't doubt that the campaign picked what they think is the best time.
Ryan is a solid choice, better than I expected. He is an eloquent speaker and knows the budget better than anyone. He is a nominee who can cut through the media distortion machine and get his point across; something that few GOP candidates have been able to do in recent years. In addition to his other attributes, I think he will have good appeal to youthful voters. The only problem is we won't have him in Congress to push the new budget through.
Bob S| 8.11.12 @ 3:22AM
Well, wouldn't have helped much with the Senate absolutely refusing to go to work on the budget.
Jack in Wi| 8.11.12 @ 6:55AM
I think Wi. will be in play. I like Ryan who is the congressman in my neighboring district. I just think his budget will give the Democrats a mountain of ammunition. We will see how Paul handles the presssure. Ryan is the best guy of those people mentioned for VP. I don't know if anyone can save this ticket. Romney just threw a hail Mary pass.
Jay Stevens| 8.11.12 @ 1:19PM
Considering the results of the recall election, how can Wisconsin NOT be in play?
Bob S| 8.11.12 @ 3:21AM
Ryan would run circles around Biden in any debate. In fact, I wouldn't be surprised to see Obama with a different running mate when the Democratic National Convention rolls around.
Kingofthenet| 8.11.12 @ 7:52AM
Ryan's 'Plan' is like 3 guys starving on a desert island, first guy says, OK I got a plan, if we each sacrifice one leg, we can eat well for a couple weeks.The other two look at him like his gone insane and than he adds, least I got a plan.
fmm| 8.11.12 @ 9:43AM
lol
Cobalt| 8.11.12 @ 8:11AM
Joe "Bite Me" Biden should just not show up at Centre College in Danville, KY, on Thursday October 11, 2012.
Ryan will destroy "Bite Me" during the Vice Presidential Debate.