A Principled Leader

John Kerry served our country, like so many before and since, and he should be honored for that service. However, as a key qualification for becoming President of the United States, it seems prudent to examine Kerry’s stand on the important issues of the present.

From his various statements on the Iraq War, it seems he would seek to withdraw our soldiers from Iraq at the earliest available opportunity, regardless of whether victory has been achieved. From his statements on foreign policy, it seems he would seek the approval of the UN and other countries as a condition of taking a course of action. On domestic issues, he would seek to tax the “highest earners.” He would seek to increase government involvement in health care and in many other areas. He promises a myriad of government programs to solve our problems, all without raising taxes on the “working class." On Abortion, he’s stated that he is personally against it but would not restrict a woman’s right to “reproductive choice.” His positions on these issues mean that I will not be voting for him this November.

Kerry’s course of action in Iraq would undermine the cause of democracy in the Middle East. His craving for the approval of other countries in the pursuit of our foreign policy would prevent him from standing for American interests around the globe.

His desire to tax “the wealthy” will penalize the very people who create and sustain jobs. His proposal for yet more government involvement in our health care will erode the quality of health care we currently enjoy while at the same time creating a bureaucracy that will inevitably increase costs. His indifference toward the life of the unborn is appalling, especially in light of his “personal” belief that abortion is wrong. Furthermore, Kerry’s difficulty in articulating his positions throughout this campaign leads me to wonder if he truly believes in them or is simply saying whatever he needs to say in order to be elected.

George W. Bush stands by his principles. He believes in the power of democracy both at home and around the world. He understands that he represents the United States and not the United Nations. He advocates a compassionate government that seeks to assist its citizens while not needlessly interfering with their lives. He realizes that low taxes increase economic growth and foster innovation. Not only does he believe that abortion is wrong but his policies are consistent with that belief.
George W. Bush is the leader our country needs at this time and that’s who I’m supporting for President of the United States. [Source]

This was my letter to the editor of the Ogle County Life. Now write your own letter to the editor in support of GWB for President.