What does the GOP stand for?

[Rin-chan]

The GOP stands for the following:

-More limited government than the Democrats (I say 'more' limited because it's hard to argue anymore that the GOP stands for small government).

-Strong national defense, rather than a Blame America First policy of adopting and accomodating the world view of those who wish to attack us

-Tough policies against crime rather than coddling criminals and blaming society

-Lower taxes than the Democrats support

-Traditional values as opposed to "alternative values"

There's probably more, but that's what I'm thinking at this time.

Good job.  I agree.

We also believe in capitalism and if we have a free economy, we will be more free.

Also, we believe in personal responsiblity and independence and we wish that everyone in America had those same values.

Rin-chan

[Rin-chan]

I don't accept your contention that the GOP wants to force people to adopt Christian values through legislation.  I assume you're referring to abortion and gay marriage.  Gay marriage of course has never been legal in the past as far as anybody can remember, so I find it funny how its proponents talk as if those opposing it want to take away this great  right they've always had, when in reality it has never existed.  And abortion was traditionally illegal also on the grounds that it was murder.  Maybe we should repeal the laws against murder also, since they come from the ten commandments.  That would give people more 'freedom' to live life without the burdens of a theocratic government.

Once again, you're so cool.

Rin-chan