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Ron Paul Can't Buy Respect

Submitted by StL MO, Dec 22, 2007 21:38

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Better check out the endorsements section of the Ron Paul 2008 website before you suggest that he doesn't have support... [MORE]

Deanne

Dec 31, 2007 17:47

Ron Paul has huge support from real Republicans who want their party back from the facists, Independents, Democrats who don't... [MORE]

Di

Dec 31, 2007 12:06

the next month! Go Ron Paul! [MORE]

Brian from Arizona

Dec 31, 2007 01:48

After reading this article, I was left scratching my head and wondering if the people quoted in it have actually... [MORE]

Ed

Dec 29, 2007 00:30

Boots on the ground needed? I'm sorry that you haven't been paying attention. If you had, you'd have seen crowds... [MORE]

Alex

Dec 25, 2007 01:11

Do some research and look up Ron Paul's history in Congress, his track record, and what he stands for. You... [MORE]

Rick

Dec 24, 2007 15:36

No doubt dollars buy respect,if it were not so explain the Clinton's,Kerry's,Kennedy,s and for that part most of the Presidential... [MORE]

James

Dec 29, 2007 10:57

I thought that "we the people" decided who the president will be, but It looks like Josh and his "analysts"... [MORE]

Russ

Dec 24, 2007 13:45

"WE the PEOPLE " will speak to your masters.....................RON  PAUL is HONEST and PRINCIPLED, CAPABLE  ,with GOOD JUDGMENT.   You people... [MORE]

Pamela Silver

Dec 24, 2007 12:56

Shame on you, dissing a hero and patriot we have been fortunate to discover in our midst.  Have you seen... [MORE]

Mom

Dec 24, 2007 11:42

It is blatantly obvious that the MSM is running scared. The TRUTH is abound and the american people are finally... [MORE]

Mal

Dec 23, 2007 20:04

Only 7% of registered voters vote in the 2004 primaries. Usually it is too cold to go out and vote... [MORE]

Jim Paul

Dec 23, 2007 17:05

Was John Kerry not sitting in third or fourth place just days before the Iowa caucuses in 2004? The mainstream... [MORE]

James

Dec 23, 2007 14:13

For the Sake of the rest of the world, may Ron Paul win. His support extends across the globe. Why... [MORE]

John

Dec 23, 2007 07:15

the DUMBEST article I have read in a loooooooooooon time. You and you're "analyst" are in for a big suprise. [MORE]

matthew

Dec 23, 2007 03:48

America has become estranged from the principles and message of our founding fathers. Our country is broke yet congress just... [MORE]

Mark from Phoenix

Dec 23, 2007 02:26

Ron Paul believes in individual liberty. What's wrong with that? I think there was a time most Americans wanted to... [MORE]

James

Dec 23, 2007 01:50

So are we supposed to read your "expert" opinions and just give up? What you idiots don't seem to realize... [MORE]

Brian

Dec 23, 2007 01:39

I'm sorry but writing articles like this, proves that you have no idea what you are talking about so do... [MORE]

Nicholas

Dec 23, 2007 01:28

And I am also getting votes for him here in marco island florida. I got 10 so far.... Integrity,Honesty,Balls thats... [MORE]

danny lavergne

Dec 23, 2007 00:49

'nuff said [MORE]

Drew

Dec 23, 2007 00:48

I am 66 and have voted for the lessor of two evils in every election since LBJ --- the first... [MORE]

Fed Up

Dec 22, 2007 23:58

Men of Paul's character have never needed to buy respect. That he will have to rely on America's lowest common... [MORE]

Andrew

Dec 22, 2007 22:35

this article is really innacurate and it seems that whoever wrote this piece doesn't have a good sense of what... [MORE]

Disgruntled Taxpayer

Dec 23, 2007 01:18

Connect the dots. [MORE]

William Baker

Dec 22, 2007 22:23

Yes Josh, connect the dots. It's over for your likes, we are everywhere. Ron Paul will be the next President. [MORE]

Nate Erb

Dec 24, 2007 04:38

Since when has "fundraising prowess" NOT gotten respect in DC? Especially since it is not coming from lobbyists. It appears that... [MORE]

cc

Dec 22, 2007 22:21

It's excellent news that the Washington crowd have no respect for Ron Paul -- That's a good thing! No, a... [MORE]

mitch c

Dec 22, 2007 21:58

Nobody else has the guts [MORE]

Noah

Dec 22, 2007 21:43

There is nothing more to say.

StL MO

Dec 22, 2007 21:38

Ron Paul is our last best hope for a return to the America that our fathers and grandfathers fought and... [MORE]

Nate Hall

Dec 22, 2007 21:35

Isn't it amazing how out of touch our politicians AND the media are ? They have treated the US people... [MORE]

Morris Dunne

Dec 22, 2007 21:21

Those who are knowledgeable and well informed for the most part are in Dr. Paul's camp those that are not... [MORE]

RG

Dec 22, 2007 21:20

US 1st Armored Division!! Old Ironsides! We support Ron Paul - check out our campaign fund records - Ron Paul... [MORE]

Brian Howard

Dec 22, 2007 23:33

Listen to that Charles Cook establishment shill trying to convince people to not even bother to vote for Paul when... [MORE]

Charlie

Dec 22, 2007 21:02

Hey Josh. G. Since my first comments are not being posted perhaps these might. Respect is the one thing that... [MORE]

joseph

Dec 22, 2007 20:57

This dilettante article proves it. The ghost of Ed Murrow laughs at you hacks. Ron Paul doesn't need to "buy" anything... [MORE]

Dean Cavanagh

Dec 22, 2007 20:55

Internet has changed all of that Brick & Mortar media gargoyles are doomed for extinction like old dinasours the message... [MORE]

Jack

Dec 22, 2007 20:49

The media's disrespect for Ron Paul is already known. They are famous for trying to discredit anyone whom they believe... [MORE]

Mike Scoglietti - Editor

Dec 22, 2007 20:46

Josh . If you only had the palest notion , but you don't . People are capable of intelligent reasoning... [MORE]

joseph

Dec 22, 2007 20:27

Respect is earned by character, deeds, and action--not purchased in air time or bumper stickers. The unnamed "prominent political consultants... [MORE]

esmith512

Dec 22, 2007 19:46

What happened to impartial, unbiased reporting? You could only come up with "experts" willing to jeer at Dr. Paul's phenomenal... [MORE]

blakmira

Dec 22, 2007 19:23

We Ron Paul supporters are continuously referred to as some tech-savvy Internet fringe segment not representative of the public at... [MORE]

Dimitri Metaxas

Dec 23, 2007 03:40

That was the consensus of the media at the time. Didn't work out that way, though... -jcr [MORE]

John C. Randolph

Dec 22, 2007 18:53

You Sir are the very reason this country is in so much trouble. The idea that you buy your votes... [MORE]

Louis Tash

Dec 22, 2007 18:08

As the mass of comments demonstrate, you're utterly clueless as to the situation on the ground and the nation as... [MORE]

chris matthews

Dec 22, 2007 17:27

Apperently now Ron Paul is being seen as a threat. Anytime someone threatens the neo conservative or neo liberal media... [MORE]

Sudano

Dec 22, 2007 16:58

Dr Paul doesn't have to buy respect, unlike the talking heads of the so-called major media he already has it.... [MORE]

Harold Pack

Dec 22, 2007 16:44

Pundits! That is exactly why Ron Paul is so popular and winning such wide support. We're sick of 'pundits' and... [MORE]

Dixon Cannon

Dec 22, 2007 22:04

Wow..do you think money can buy love too? Respect is earned, and I beg to differ with you. Many people,... [MORE]

Crickett

Dec 22, 2007 16:43

I used to get angry when reading articles similar to this one.....Now I just laugh! [MORE]

Angelina

Dec 22, 2007 16:38

Ron Paul represents the values that, as a child, I was taught America stood for: personal liberty, personal responsibility, economic... [MORE]

Lt. Dan

Dec 22, 2007 16:35

Those boys must be lawyers who hope to pick the jury. Dr. Paul doesn't need the support of Washington insiders... [MORE]

Owen

Dec 22, 2007 21:41

Ron Paul says he wants a free America yet he ignores the fact that there are enemies both past and... [MORE]

Dale Netherton

Dec 25, 2007 13:02

I think what you mean to say is that Dr. Ron Paul doesn't have the backing of the Washington Establishment... [MORE]

DD

Dec 22, 2007 16:31

They're always wrong. John Kerry was at 8% nationally before the Iowa caucuses. Analysts are paid to promote candidates and... [MORE]

Lionel

Dec 22, 2007 16:16

So Bob Dole's campaign manager makes a stink about Ron Paul's chances? Uh..ok...lol Meanwhile John Zogby says "Ron Paul will surprise... [MORE]

Julian

Dec 22, 2007 15:55

Scott Reed is part the GOP lobbying establishment along with Jack Abramoff. Of course he will put down Dr. Paul. Cook... [MORE]

Fred

Dec 22, 2007 17:50

Hi Josh, Well done. You are following our orders precisely. In case others, have not seen it, here is our code... [MORE]

Patrick Smith

Dec 22, 2007 15:39

David Rockefeller, I have bad news for you! Your hole CFR, new world order, one world government plan that you,... [MORE]

Patriot

Dec 22, 2007 15:04

I live in south Arkansas. In this entire presidential campaign, I've seen exactly six presidential campaign bumper stickers on cars.... [MORE]

Arkansas ForPaul

Dec 22, 2007 14:50

I like how it's all quotes, lets you avoid using facts huh? If he's so minimal why not just say... [MORE]

Stephen

Dec 22, 2007 16:26

.....and without a doubt, many many more people will see the MSM's obvious, ridiculous bias.They will more easily connect the... [MORE]

wayward

Dec 22, 2007 14:47

The American People have had enough TAXES, TYRANNY, and WASHINGTON DC CORRUPTION! WE THE PEOPLE want our country back... never... [MORE]

Richard Inyah

Dec 22, 2007 14:46

Fortunately Ron Paul neither needs nor wants "respect" from such people. These people see the likes of Hillary and Obama,... [MORE]

David K. Meller

Dec 22, 2007 14:31

You must of searched every two bit bar in the country to find the great campaign manager Scott Reed. Bob... [MORE]

Phil

Dec 22, 2007 14:24

The MSM, is baffled by this Ron Paul revolution. It's obvious they don't know how to respond to someone who... [MORE]

Roland Gonzalez

Dec 22, 2007 13:50

keep up the good work writing garbage like this. it will continue to attract voters to Ron Paul. Go Ron... [MORE]

vanessa

Dec 22, 2007 13:43

Ron Paul will win in NH. This article is so bad you should be a ashamed. The people are going... [MORE]

1LT Mike G, US Army

Dec 22, 2007 13:36

I have watched this campaign start from the very beginning. I was on Reagan's campaign in 1980 and I see... [MORE]

Joe Lawson

Dec 22, 2007 13:35

RIGHT ON! Go Ron Paul! Oust the Neocons and return the United States to the people! [MORE]

DJ

Dec 22, 2007 14:01

First, he says Paul can't get respect from the "Washington establishment" and even though that's false, it's a moot point.... [MORE]

Andrew

Dec 22, 2007 13:35

Like anyone should listen to Bob Dole's campaign manager? All the other candidates are trying their best now to imitate Ron... [MORE]

Thomas Murphy

Dec 22, 2007 13:33

you are right when you say that one cannot buy respect. But how do you think Ron Paul earned the... [MORE]

Brandon

Dec 22, 2007 13:07

I wonder when the MSM is going to realize that they actually help the campaign by printing this type of... [MORE]

Ray

Dec 22, 2007 12:33

Every few weeks, you have a big game, and one of the players on one of the teams will say... [MORE]

Richard

Dec 22, 2007 12:19

You insult honest men for money. I hope you sleep well. [MORE]

John

Dec 22, 2007 12:16

Ha why should he buy respect in washington DC. The common joe cant buy respect in DC either. The apple... [MORE]

u2canbfmj

Dec 22, 2007 12:13

There is a word for people that write such nonsense - but it's not fit for print. [MORE]

Jack

Dec 22, 2007 12:00

There are three major inaccuracies in this article. This first is that Ron Paul is only out to spread his... [MORE]

Jeff Webster

Dec 22, 2007 11:59

Dear author/ political "analysts" and friends: I know what you do. You write stories and hope people will believe them.... [MORE]

hahaha

Dec 22, 2007 11:47

Pretty much what the title says. MSM Fatcats (TM) are putting a blind eye to just how many individual supporters... [MORE]

Tallen

Dec 22, 2007 11:39

How does one begin to describe how bunk this article and the analysis of Ron Paul's chances are within it?... [MORE]

Stop the NeoCONS

Dec 22, 2007 11:35

You want attention and now you got it. To bad it is mostly negative [MORE]

Ron Paul Junkie

Dec 22, 2007 12:34

Dr. Paul may not steal many votes from people who are still thinking the Republicans supporting the status quo will... [MORE]

DP

Dec 22, 2007 11:09

quote "There's no sign the Republican presidential candidate has managed to buy any respect from the Washington establishment." - That is... [MORE]

Gabrielle

Dec 22, 2007 10:50

Of the "several prominent political consultants and analysts" you choose to include some rather dubious examples. Scott Reed's claim to... [MORE]

Rob Holland

Dec 22, 2007 10:28

What is wrong with some people today? You can't be an honest person, have morals and integrity? Ron Paul has... [MORE]

mima

Dec 22, 2007 09:45

every single article i read about ron paul covers his fundraising prowess. why is there zero published articles in the... [MORE]

rob dee

Dec 22, 2007 09:34

The MSM is totally underestimating the support Ron Paul has. I have never seen this kind of grass-roots activism. For... [MORE]

Art Baker

Dec 22, 2007 09:27

There are a couple of people that disagree with your pundit, sir: the population of New Hampshire- http://www.usastrawpolls.com/states/New-Hampshire-Straw-Polls.html Also, the states... [MORE]

Eli C

Dec 22, 2007 09:18

I'm voting for Ron Paul despite what the media says or doesn't say about the man. He is decidedly the... [MORE]

Larry

Dec 22, 2007 09:02

these guys are clowns.I wonder why such a biased article?Anyone that just does a drop of research knows the huge... [MORE]

rudy july annie

Dec 22, 2007 08:34

While the crazy candidate that can't buy respect is against triggering a nuclear holocaust. It's true, in the debate when... [MORE]

Oldconservative

Dec 22, 2007 08:25

This article is a hoot... They all will see how many real Ron Paul Suporters are out there very soon [MORE]

Robert Lewis

Dec 22, 2007 08:08

I'm so sick of these beltway robots who're totally out of touch.... for the love of this great nation vote... [MORE]

NJ GOP

Dec 22, 2007 07:32

Where would mit be without his own money. [MORE]

Dave

Dec 22, 2007 07:25

If Dr. Paul's message isn't well received in America, he should buy a house in the Bahamas since it will... [MORE]

Edward

Dec 22, 2007 07:20

So Ron Paul can't get respect from the MSM and Washington "Business as Usual" politicians and pundits? Sounds like a... [MORE]

Chromantix

Dec 22, 2007 06:58

Just here to voice my support for Ron Paul. Next to my father, he is my idol. [MORE]

Semper Fi

Dec 22, 2007 06:55

Ron Paul is respected by a very large and steadily growing segment of the voters who are pleased to discover... [MORE]

Christopher Witmer

Dec 22, 2007 06:49

What was this article other than a thinly-veiled attempt to bash the man? Anyone who doesn't respect Ron Paul obviously... [MORE]

David

Dec 22, 2007 06:41

You should start looking at the number of NEW Republican voters. You think any of this insipid crop can get... [MORE]

Louis Nardozi

Dec 22, 2007 06:36

Poor Ron Paul, so much cash, so few votes. I agree with what he says for the most part, but... [MORE]

Mike

Dec 22, 2007 06:24

Thank you very much for pointing out and reminding those contributing online to the Ron Paul Revolution that sending money... [MORE]

DD

Dec 22, 2007 14:56

Wake up to what is happening - you are supposed to be the well-informed who should be informing us. Articles... [MORE]

Lars

Dec 22, 2007 06:15

It seems to me that every American that makes a difference is attacked by the powers to be, JFK, MLK,... [MORE]

Americanvoice

Dec 22, 2007 06:14

I'm an NDP supporter - the lesser of 3 big evils if you will, if ever any, and I loved... [MORE]

Li

Dec 22, 2007 06:11

Canada faces most of the same issues and has the same untrustworthy leadership as the U.S. Spread the message of... [MORE]

ron

Dec 31, 2007 13:31

The comments quoted in this article seem like the anguished cries of children frightened by events beyond their understanding. [MORE]

Coulro DeSouth

Dec 22, 2007 06:04

ALL RP SUPPORTERS: Make sure you spread the word to everyone you know. We need to make his victory decisive so... [MORE]

George

Dec 22, 2007 05:47

Scott Reid, nor Stuart Rothenburg will probably never have the same name recognition as Dr. Paul has. I personally don't know... [MORE]

mnjrupp

Dec 22, 2007 05:36

Ron Paul is the only person telling the truth that the ship is sinking and letrs not stand around playing... [MORE]

Dirk

Dec 22, 2007 05:34

I think Ron Paul is ridiculous...I mean, please. This guy has some of the most outrageous ideas I've ever heard.... [MORE]

Calista

Dec 22, 2007 05:31

Our Constitution...??? Apparently you are uninformed all the way around! [MORE]

DD

Dec 22, 2007 15:23

So.....why does he need respect from the 'Washington Establishment'???? How irrelevant! I don't think you understand what Americans think or... [MORE]

Lin

Dec 22, 2007 15:28

Very well said, Lin. [MORE]

Ciel

Dec 27, 2007 00:55

Wow, what an ugly article about Ron Paul, the Champion of the Constitution! I am sitting here laughing at you... [MORE]

Michael

Dec 22, 2007 05:30

My comment title says it all. If the amazing campaign efforts in Ron Paul's name are not garnering him respect and... [MORE]

Jack

Dec 22, 2007 03:07

Notice how all of these pundits have to "put down" Ron Paul. Notice how many of these pundits actually won... [MORE]

Big Dawg

Dec 22, 2007 02:52

I did not give any money to Ron Paul but I bought bumper stickers signs and shirts. I have been... [MORE]

Jerry Scott

Dec 22, 2007 01:23

These hacks that no one has heard of are pushing the absurd theory that the thousands of Ron Paul supporters... [MORE]

tquigly

Dec 21, 2007 23:28

If he doesn't have a chance, how come he's raised so much money? People who donate money and time are... [MORE]

Dave

Dec 21, 2007 23:13

2008 is the year we the american ppl take back our country ..it has gone to far and i am... [MORE]

steve

Dec 21, 2007 23:08

Once Ron Paul is elected with a good majority, Washington establishment will have no choice but to grudgingly give respect. In... [MORE]

L J Farrell

Dec 21, 2007 22:32

I think some people are spreading bad info to try to steer people away from Ron. Are they afraid of... [MORE]

Britonius

Dec 21, 2007 21:24

Those of us who support Ron Paul are glad to support such a man worthy of much honor and RESPECT.... [MORE]

Greg

Dec 21, 2007 21:13

Ron Paul collected donations from more than 100,000 people this quarter. If I care about a candidate enough to give... [MORE]

MP

Dec 21, 2007 21:13

You have no idea and are about to be filled with shock and awe. REVOLUTION! [MORE]

srtuttle

Dec 21, 2007 20:22

After reading Charles Cook's website, it is obvious he is just another political "expert" who thrives on polls and "public... [MORE]

Eric

Dec 21, 2007 19:38

"...there's no sign the Republican presidential candidate has managed to buy any respect from the Washington establishment." I didn't have to... [MORE]

Oscar DeGrouch

Dec 21, 2007 19:21

Wew!!!! I am glad Ron Paul has not gained any respect from Washinton insiders. I do not think that most... [MORE]

Geoffrey

Dec 22, 2007 04:44

That it will make the establishment in Washington think there was an earthquake! :-) [MORE]

mnjrupp

Dec 22, 2007 05:39

enter: the REAL republican party [MORE]

trey

Dec 21, 2007 19:18

Ron Paul is an incredible candidate and it will be fun to see how this election goes. As far as... [MORE]

Ben

Dec 21, 2007 19:06

As of right now there have been 52 straw polls so far of theses 52 these are the standings that... [MORE]

Nicholas Genini

Dec 21, 2007 19:05

nuff said [MORE]

Jerry

Dec 21, 2007 19:04

How typically arrogant. You guys and girls in Washington just keep your heads in the sand with your hands out,... [MORE]

Ciel

Dec 21, 2007 19:03

For many years I voted for the least bad of 2 bad candidates offered by the Republicrats. Now I have... [MORE]

Curtis

Dec 21, 2007 23:17

Scott Reed?!!!? Are you kidding me?!! He sounds as insightful as his old boss, Pat Robertson, when Robertson suggested gays... [MORE]

James

Dec 21, 2007 18:37

authentic revolution. This is in some ways surreal, but for the first time in my life I feel like the... [MORE]

nick

Dec 22, 2007 09:45

I'll respect all you Paul supporters when you get out from behind your keyboards, register to vote, and show up... [MORE]

n/a

Dec 21, 2007 18:36

As a sometimes Zogby pollee, I know that political phone polls are made by calling two lists mashed together. List one... [MORE]

Dave

Dec 22, 2007 13:55

I hope that anyone serious about voting will go to Ron Paul's official website and read for themselves his official... [MORE]

The Mysterious Lady

Dec 21, 2007 18:31

Who gains respect in Washington these days? Washington has become the turf for a white collar street gang with no... [MORE]

Christopher

Dec 21, 2007 18:16

Lie low and let the press take potshots at their media-anointed high-polling "frontrunners". After all, Dr. Paul cannot show in... [MORE]

Edie Calhoun

Dec 21, 2007 18:05

This is great! I'm linking this article to all my friends so they can see how weak Ron Paul's opponents... [MORE]

Hallonsylt

Dec 21, 2007 18:03

As I've now told CNN; and fascist fox News, I will simply boycott all establishments in corroboration with you (that... [MORE]

Anthony

Dec 21, 2007 17:53

Pretty obvious hit piece on Dr Paul. I can search around for dismissive and degrading quotes from people who oppose... [MORE]

Jeff

Dec 21, 2007 17:53

Mr. Gerstein, I don't think you served any good, honest purpose here. [MORE]

jackmercurius

Dec 21, 2007 22:14

Ron Paul just throws out key emotional words to get his followers hooked. I mean he rambles on about freedom... [MORE]

Mike

Dec 21, 2007 17:52

Ron Paul is the Champion of the Constitution and he carries a copy of it with him at all times.... [MORE]

Elizabeth Fearon

Dec 21, 2007 18:18

Your points are argueably flawed by the simplest priciples of the constitution, WE THE PEOPLE is the answer. Why is... [MORE]

Re: yes the truth

Dec 22, 2007 06:21

Mr. Gerstein relied on individuals that have little or no credibility. Who really cares what Bob Dole's advisor thinks? Dr.... [MORE]

John O.

Dec 21, 2007 17:27

"experts"... what a laugh. like a tsunami, Ron Paul supporters will flood the polls. you'll see. [MORE]

matt

Dec 21, 2007 17:23

Ron Paul's gonna shake things up a bit and the neo cons are getting scared. Ron Paul is the only... [MORE]

matt peplinski

Dec 21, 2007 17:21

Scott Reed, said. "I just don't see where he goes. … He will probably be the only presidential candidate ever... [MORE]

(8?»

Dec 21, 2007 17:19

Thank you for the publicity for Ron Paul. Looks like you can no longer ignore him therefore insult him. As... [MORE]

R G

Dec 21, 2007 17:10

To ask Scott Reed if Ron Paul can garner any respect from the establishment is rediculous. He managed the election... [MORE]

Jean

Dec 21, 2007 17:09

Why would Ron Paul, or anyone, seek the respect of the hypocrites in the press and the government? Mr. Paul... [MORE]

Jamie

Dec 22, 2007 10:24

Ron Paul has won more Straw polls then any rival candidate. Straw polls are proven in history to be the most... [MORE]

Shohadaku

Dec 21, 2007 16:31

We would be disappointed if Ron Paul had the respect of the Washington Establishment. After all, they constitute the worst... [MORE]

Peter Brooks

Dec 21, 2007 16:26

Looks like the NeoCons who run the NY Sun are becoming legitimately frightened at the prospect of a President Paul.... [MORE]

Jack Rachlin

Dec 21, 2007 16:17

If you believe the poll numbers constantly shoved down our throats my the mediaare correct, well you are being played.... [MORE]

Bruno

Dec 21, 2007 16:08

Just the title. [MORE]

Claudio G.

Dec 21, 2007 17:40

That's why these hacks posted this article. CERTAINLY DON'T CLICK ANY LINKS ON THIS PAGE. They know Ron Paul is winning... [MORE]

Kari

Dec 21, 2007 16:08

One thing I've always noticed in past Presidential campaigns that I have never participated in until now is that there... [MORE]

Scott M.

Dec 21, 2007 15:56

I suspect at some point (maybe), the light bulb will come on with the editorial board of The NY Sun... [MORE]

Rod Smith

Dec 21, 2007 15:47

From the tone of the comments, I'd say that these so-called constultants are on the losing side of the issue.... [MORE]

Bill

Dec 21, 2007 15:39

There in lies one of the the biggest problems regarding the way this country is run....REAL respect is EARNED, and... [MORE]

Donna

Dec 21, 2007 15:30

'nobody' thought it could go this far. 'everybody' called him a long shot. That was before he broke all the... [MORE]

devildog

Dec 21, 2007 15:00

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Scott Kossack

Dec 21, 2007 14:48

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chris lawton

Dec 21, 2007 13:56

I find it interesting that you say, "Ron Paul languishes between 4% and 8% in the polls." That isn't entirely... [MORE]

Cameron Davis

Dec 21, 2007 13:50

This is hilarious!!!! I see you are followers of the Ghandi mantra of -- Silence, Ridicule,Smear--but the last part of that... [MORE]

Carole

Dec 21, 2007 13:44

Finding out the truth about the polls. Hounding sponsors of mainstream media outlets who ignore or attack Ron Paul Watch Polls Watch... [MORE]

Andrew Arthur

Dec 21, 2007 13:37

As the old adage goes, you may get stung. The more you push, the harder you will be pushed back.... [MORE]

Joe Wages

Dec 21, 2007 13:34

Ron Paul is the best [MORE]

Johnny

Dec 21, 2007 13:30

This article has only talked about Ron Paul's chances of winning the Republican Primary (in a disrespectful tone I might... [MORE]

Kevin

Dec 21, 2007 13:30

Reason #1. President Bush has the lowest ratings of any president before him, for this to happen it means that... [MORE]

Jack G

Dec 22, 2007 21:02

Ron Paul has a *huge* and unprecedented grassroots following with meetup groups all over the nation. The level of support... [MORE]

Elizabeth in California

Dec 21, 2007 13:30

...are not the kind of people who support Ron Paul. And there are many more of them than there are... [MORE]

Scott

Dec 21, 2007 13:08

All three of the top Democrats running have said that there is no way they could or would pull the... [MORE]

Pimpin Turtle Dot Com

Dec 21, 2007 13:07

I plan on donating $ 101.08 to Ron Paul's campain on 1-01-08 it can be found at ronpaul2008 dot com.... [MORE]

mike

Dec 21, 2007 12:52

Are you kidding me? Ron Paul is the only true presidential candidate up there. He is the only one spreading... [MORE]

geowme

Dec 21, 2007 12:50

It's frightening to me to think there are so many people who call themselves Republicans who are so out of... [MORE]

Tony Andrews

Dec 21, 2007 12:09

You are so right. The establishment has no reason to respect Ron Paul. He may well be crazy! Really!!! Whoever heard... [MORE]

Mark Mahand

Dec 21, 2007 15:32

We are frankly tired of this attitude at the campaign. Just another attempt to brush off the MOST RESPECTED MAN... [MORE]

NH

Dec 21, 2007 11:49

Republicans can't seem to read the writing on the wall or wake up. The religious right of the party, a... [MORE]

Rand

Dec 21, 2007 14:10

The established government is afraid, and they have a right to be. Just like a child who got the cheaper MP3... [MORE]

Nathan

Dec 21, 2007 14:16

They're all part of the establishment. Ron Paul is not. Its the whole machine against us so you have to... [MORE]

Jason

Dec 21, 2007 11:41

If anyone denies the power of the media Ron Paul's campaign is a perfect example. The attempts to ignoring him have... [MORE]

Joe Smo

Dec 21, 2007 13:15

We will come out in droves to vote for him in the primaries. [MORE]

Tom

Dec 21, 2007 16:49

I am a delegate for Ron Paul in the first congressional district in Ohio. I was acquiring signatures for my... [MORE]

Mike Allard

Dec 21, 2007 20:39

I am continually bowled over by this nonsense. Ron Paul has the money but no real strategy? His campaign staff... [MORE]

NH

Dec 21, 2007 11:38

Of course the Washington establishment hates Ron Paul. If he has his way, most of them will get pink slips... [MORE]

John Green

Dec 21, 2007 11:35

I am so glad that I don't buy into these lies anymore!!! I just hope that other people will start... [MORE]

Teresa

Dec 21, 2007 11:34

I love MSM. You look at any "presidential candidate on the issues" article and notice Ron Paul was not invited.... [MORE]

msalaba

Dec 21, 2007 11:34

Just keep believing this crap and someday you youl'll wake up to find someone who isn't bought and paid for... [MORE]

George

Dec 21, 2007 11:31

Articles such as this are an indicator that Ron Paul IS making headway. So do not fear or react to... [MORE]

Eric Nordstrom

Dec 21, 2007 11:21

If these so called people are not worried about Ron Paul, then why write the story and talk smack about... [MORE]

Jeff

Dec 21, 2007 11:18

The establishments' credibility currently stands at around 0%. So I wonder if it is possible for them to go into... [MORE]

chris

Dec 21, 2007 11:18

The Republican party has become a shame and so many genuine Republicans wnt to curl their lips in disgust with... [MORE]

Mehul

Dec 21, 2007 11:14

Ah grass hopper, Webster's dictionary says this of respect: a: high or special regard: esteem b: the quality or state... [MORE]

Gil Jones

Dec 21, 2007 11:12

You know the old saying: opinions are like (ahem) backsides -- everybody's got one and they all stink. Their opinion... [MORE]

Dennis

Dec 21, 2007 10:54

It's good to hear that the MSM still doesn't understand the nature of his campaign. Paul doesn't have to win... [MORE]

shm224

Dec 21, 2007 10:44

The mainstream political class cannot stop him. [MORE]

Mike

Dec 21, 2007 10:43

I find it strange; we are told over and over that Paul has 'no chance.' It's the media's mantra from... [MORE]

derek

Dec 21, 2007 10:41

It looks like the Washington establishment is shaking in their boots. Good article. [MORE]

Colin

Dec 21, 2007 10:40

I met Dr Paul in Philadelphia last month and was able to speak with him for a minute - he's... [MORE]

Ward Ciac

Dec 21, 2007 10:15

...if you like trashing modern political phenomenons. OF COURSE Washington wants to trash Paul. Shocker. He's trying to dismantle their... [MORE]

B

Dec 21, 2007 10:08

Are you scared of ron paul?or the Revolution? [MORE]

ryan from philadelphia

Dec 21, 2007 10:07

You keep reporting that he has no chance. You keep reporting that he has no support. Then of course your... [MORE]

Woolard

Dec 21, 2007 10:07

in the second debate they said ron paul was done...but look...they all were wrong. [MORE]

cesaru

Dec 21, 2007 09:40

The internet is a great equalizer. After some research I'm going to vote for him and I'm tell all my... [MORE]

Bill

Dec 21, 2007 09:37

Don't tell us we can't, because it will make us more determined we will. There are many examples of successful... [MORE]

Ryan

Dec 21, 2007 09:26

"Mr.Gerstein ,I dont think your a serious Jounalist that make a difference in anything....Because if you did your reserch correctly... [MORE]

Eric V.

Dec 21, 2007 09:17

Hey Josh, Ron does have a strategy and it is very simple. It is the message of peace, freedom, and... [MORE]

david Thompson

Dec 21, 2007 09:13

"He can't win, He can't win" ...Prove it. Are they just going to chant this in hopes people are stupid... [MORE]

Jamy Deutch

Dec 21, 2007 09:13

No, the title of this should be Mitt Romney tries to BUY respect. Ron Paul has earned it. The followers... [MORE]

CD

Dec 21, 2007 09:03

All Ron Paul supporters are well aware that the polls aren't taking into account all the disenfranchised Republican voters who... [MORE]

Sean

Dec 21, 2007 09:01

We don't want to buy any respect from the Washington Establishment. Thats who we are trying to get rid of.... [MORE]

Glen

Dec 21, 2007 09:00

Dr. Ron Paul doesn't need to buy respect. He has plenty of it and it's not for sale.mh [MORE]

maha jedi

Dec 21, 2007 08:59

I'm a Ron Paul supporter and I want you to know that this guy is right about the campaign not... [MORE]

Joseph Story

Dec 21, 2007 08:58

This kind of arrogance begs people to crawl over broken glass to vote them wrong. [MORE]

Jim Peterson

Dec 21, 2007 08:58

I guess online polls don't matterI guess debate results don't matterI guess all those straw poll wins don't matter I... [MORE]

Tim

Dec 21, 2007 08:57

It is eating me alive that almost no one is talking about the sickening group of nazis and white supremacists... [MORE]

Ken Berwitz

Dec 21, 2007 08:48

hmmm... Winning impossible. So was 6 Million $ in one day [MORE]

Tom

Dec 21, 2007 08:48

First, the polls are ancient history. Nobody sits by a land line any more. Cell phones and Internet have taken... [MORE]

Michael Henderson

Dec 21, 2007 08:42

The most serious threat to the US comes not from someone in a cave in Afghanistan or Pakistan, but from... [MORE]

Thomas Paine

Dec 21, 2007 08:40

Ever single article I've read in the past couple of months that claims Dr. Ron Paul has no chance that... [MORE]

Jeff

Dec 21, 2007 08:38

What are you so afraid of? Think you've got enough readers to disuade by your "opinion". Hopefully the people of... [MORE]

Elizabeth

Dec 21, 2007 08:36

This isn't even a good attempt at baseless blathering. You didn't even attempt to sell the "he can't win" crap.... [MORE]

USAF Vet Dan

Dec 21, 2007 08:35

If you actually listen to what he says. Many of these things "wouldn't be on his immediate agenda" and he... [MORE]

Jayson

Dec 21, 2007 08:28

Ron Paul can't buy respect. Neither can anyone else when it comes to the American people. I understand in the... [MORE]

TJF

Dec 21, 2007 08:27

Obviously Ron Paul has the most profound grassroots movement this country has seen in decades. This powerful underground movement WILL... [MORE]

Thomas Rambo

Dec 21, 2007 08:24

Hehehe, the title alone lets you know that it's a smear job. But what friggin hilarious about this is, is... [MORE]

Pleefer

Dec 21, 2007 08:21

...the key question will be how many of the tens of thousands of online donors to Dr. Paul are willing... [MORE]

Mike D.

Dec 21, 2007 08:14

When I read this "article" by a "journalist" was sure that I must have been directed to Spoof.com. In 42... [MORE]

Les F

Dec 21, 2007 08:12

Well they are right about one thing. We will know who is full of prognosticating BS after the voting is... [MORE]

DenisL

Dec 21, 2007 07:57

Ron Paul is the only conservative running. The others are pretty much moderate democrats. I don't agree with everything Paul... [MORE]

Immigrant

Dec 21, 2007 07:49

Your article misses the point of Ron Paul's campaign. He doesn't want to buy votes, that is for the other... [MORE]

Tim Millerick

Dec 21, 2007 07:27

indeed in all my 57 years I have never heard any politician speak for the peoples. plenty of past politicians... [MORE]

MTGRAY

Dec 21, 2007 07:18

I think the other candidates don't fit the party. They are wolves in sheep clothing. Mike Huckabee, how can he... [MORE]

Betsy Thiede

Dec 21, 2007 07:17

how embarrassing to have written such a declaration, that a popular candidate with a massive warchest and enthusiastic volunteers 'can't... [MORE]

Richard

Dec 21, 2007 06:57

I love it! Let's get an expert on how to win a campaign, maybe we could get the advisor who was... [MORE]

Mott Rimley

Dec 21, 2007 06:49

Check out www.littlegreenfootball.com and their exposure of his white supremacist very-good-friends. [MORE]

Richard L. Kent, Esq.

Dec 21, 2007 06:35

"You cant fool all the people all of the time, but if you fool the right ones then the rest... [MORE]

David Monk

Dec 21, 2007 05:46

I hated politics until this year. Politicians are all liars. I hate, hate, hate reading the newspaper when all I... [MORE]

bb

Dec 21, 2007 05:28

Once again, the Washington pundits prove that they know nothing outside the beltway. While people in Washington may expect the... [MORE]

Caleb Friz

Dec 21, 2007 04:56

Silent on Monday after a bombastic $6 millon dollar "Tea Party" the day before, AOL's home page featured a vote... [MORE]

pete mastro

Dec 21, 2007 04:07

Clearly, those in the media who seem to think there is some mystic cult sitting behind those keyboards and swiping... [MORE]

Dave Morris

Dec 21, 2007 04:01

I think the USA is becoming more like China. Even though it appears you have democracy with two parties competing... [MORE]

Jess

Dec 21, 2007 03:54

The game is over. The MSM lost. They once had the all-powerful weapons called "ignoring" and "smearing". But guess what?... [MORE]

Alan

Dec 21, 2007 03:51

Hello DC establishment, excuse me, but the pompous and condescending flavor of this article are exactly why Ron Paul is... [MORE]

Thomas A. O'Brien

Dec 21, 2007 03:48

Those high paid consultants have to protect their turf - nothing is worse than a canidate that does not to... [MORE]

erik

Dec 21, 2007 03:23

Republican's want someone that supports their individual opinions. I think Americans want someone to support their individual opinions. The federal... [MORE]

Randall from Virginia

Dec 21, 2007 03:22

Guys the last part of the article basically tells us how they think we can help Dr. Paul, Spend time... [MORE]

davo

Dec 21, 2007 03:15

I don't get it. The man has raised more money than any other republican this quarter, in tiny amounts for... [MORE]

Outrageous

Dec 21, 2007 03:09

my vote counts for nothing. and neither does anyone elses. well, i may be just one man, but i am... [MORE]

dan

Dec 21, 2007 02:49

I'm not sure which Republican party Mr. Rothenberg is associated with, but the one that I know is traditionally anti-war,... [MORE]

Max

Dec 21, 2007 02:48

enough said...polls are useless when you are not only pulling in registered republicans who voted for Bush last election. prepare to... [MORE]

JohnnyWrath

Dec 21, 2007 02:48

In response to this article, I have a few questions. 1) If Paul is such a longshot candidate why are so... [MORE]

bgodley

Dec 21, 2007 02:29

Actually, the better question is, who'd WANT respect from the Washington establishment??? It's the establishment and their self centered ideologies... [MORE]

Joseph

Dec 21, 2007 02:26

RON PAUL WILL BE THE PRESIDENT AND YOU KNOW IT!!! THE PEOPLE WILL NOT BE FOOLED AGAIN. THE NY SUN Looses credibility... [MORE]

Minneapolis Ray

Dec 21, 2007 02:22

I just want to scream in your faces! I won't take this anymore. We have been bamboozled by both parties!... [MORE]

Ralph

Dec 21, 2007 02:21

Oh man, even all the way from Europe I can see that you are so naive to just reason away... [MORE]

tex

Dec 21, 2007 04:10

What are you going to say then? land line polls are flawed and obsolete. What about straw polls, Single IP... [MORE]

WebBot323

Dec 21, 2007 12:00

Uh, hello, Ron Paul's likely going to come out ahead of Giuliani, McCain and Thompson in Iowa, and ahead of... [MORE]

Paul

Dec 21, 2007 02:18

beat Tancredo. His campaign has momemetum & he's very interesting to listen too. You don't have to vote for him, but... [MORE]

tarantino

Dec 21, 2007 09:10

Ron Paul has raised over $18 million in the past three months, from over 100,000 individuals, donating on average less... [MORE]

Doug

Dec 21, 2007 02:16

Ron Paul can't win....blah, blah, blahHe's crazy.....blah, blah, blahHe has no real support....blah, blah, blahHe'll never rise in the polls....blah,... [MORE]

Shane P

Dec 21, 2007 09:21

Buy the "respect" of who.... you mean the "respect" of many of those career politicians in the Washington beltway that... [MORE]

Auden

Dec 21, 2007 11:36

You got it all wrong my friend, Ron Paul doesn't have to buy respect, for he has already EARNED respect... [MORE]

Zeljko

Dec 21, 2007 13:11

I understand that you have a lot of experience observing politics and have therefore been consistently disappointed in the failure... [MORE]

Phil Welch

Dec 21, 2007 02:16

We will soon know, to a certainty, whether Ron Paul will get any votes. Speculation, like all of the above,... [MORE]

DBL

Dec 21, 2007 08:52

I'm wondering when media outlets will show point-by-point deconstructions of Ron Paul's core values. I think this would be a... [MORE]

sacman41

Dec 21, 2007 02:11

All 2008 presidential candidates are members of the prestigious cabal called the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR), except a few.... [MORE]

mcthorogood

Dec 22, 2007 22:40

What do Scott Reed, Charles Cook and Stuart Rothenberg all have in common? They all live in the past tense. They... [MORE]

Bo

Dec 21, 2007 02:07

We know the politics-as-usual crowd dismisses public discontent with their game. You document this well by quoting them. But then... [MORE]

Walton

Dec 21, 2007 02:07

Well i think you do not have any idea about how Ron Paul is faring throughout the nation. Respect is... [MORE]

John doe

Dec 21, 2007 02:02

Thats such a ridiculous article, he doesnt have a political strategy, but he wins every straw poll and he beats... [MORE]

jon a

Dec 21, 2007 01:54

People are getting sick-and-tired of the same-old song-and-dance from politicians -- and that's why Ron Paul is gaining by every... [MORE]

mketcher

Dec 21, 2007 01:48

I am a baby boomer who has been a democrat all my life, was a vietnam protester and a civil... [MORE]

Marion

Dec 21, 2007 09:47

"The problem with Ron Paul is he doesn't fit his party," Mr. Rothenberg said. The party has lost its way. Do... [MORE]

Warren

Dec 21, 2007 01:39

His strategy is pretty simple. Just tell the truth. No junk about being "a family man", nothing about "family values", nothing about... [MORE]

Richard Wicks

Dec 21, 2007 01:37

With all do respect sir, the party doesn't fit with the party anymore. Ron Paul has used the same strategy for... [MORE]

Chris

Dec 21, 2007 02:08

I think the "mainstream candidates" are in for a real eye-opener. I am 44 years old and have become so... [MORE]

Ed

Dec 21, 2007 09:35

Sorry Mr. Establishment, but Washington, Jefferson, Madison and the boys let the freedom genie out of the bottle years ago....and... [MORE]

tomdawg

Dec 21, 2007 11:51

Why their circulation declines every year. Have the Noo Cons really stolen the republican party to this depth? If there... [MORE]

Jesse Bogan

Dec 21, 2007 12:44

Okay, I get it. Drumming up business for your rag. Secretly, you are a closet Paul supporter and know that hundreds of... [MORE]

Carole

Dec 21, 2007 15:03

All I got to say to the unbelievers out there You had better be registered and u better show up... [MORE]

jerud

Dec 21, 2007 20:43

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