Originally Posted by wistahpatsfan

Not all libertarians have the exact same principles. Some people think we're some monolithic group who are in step with every party plank, but I'm sure not.

Barr is too much of an absolutist on states rights, IMO. For instance, he thinks states should be able to either legalize drugs or keep them criminalized. That position brings into play problems of inter-state commerce. What is legally trades, sold, and used should be consistently enforced between all states IMO.

He also is in favor of the "Defense of Marriage Act" which is a blatant violation of civil liberties and libertarianism. He believes that states should either be able to legalize or ban same-sex marriage. I believe that all levels of government should stay out of the personal lives of adults.

Of course, I agree with his criticism of Bush, the "war", and the Patriot act.

I think he's a bit of a nut on some other issues. I wouldn't vote for him.

Originally Posted by Harry Boy

I can't stand looking at him (Paul) but given the choice of voting for one of these other "Three A$s Holes" I will vote for Ron Paul.

The Republicans DESTROYED themselves when they chose the old "Closet Liberal Democrat" Mccain.

BILL COSBY FOR PRESIDENT