Antone's Nightclub
GOP Race in a Nutshell
RECEIVED Mon., Jan. 9, 2012
To the Editor:
After watching several debates by the the Republican presidential hopefuls, I have come to the following conclusions:
1) Mitt Romney, the perennial candidate, has a ton of money, which will probably secure the nomination. He accepted $7 million from the head of the Mormon Church. Will that influence him in any way?
2) Newt Gingrich, without a doubt the most knowledgeable and experienced in high-level political events, has some baggage. It didn't hurt Clinton did it?
3) Rick Perry's got a great smile but changes course every three or four days.
4) Rick Santorum answered every one of my letters during his 12 years in office but was defeated for a third term in Congress when he let his faith influence a decision.
5) Ron Paul is an engaging personality but too old for the pressure of the presidency.
6) Congresswoman Michele Bachmann is a dedicated officeholder but in over her head.
There you have it, six candidates, none of whom have the appeal to defeat President Obama.
After watching several debates by the the Republican presidential hopefuls, I have come to the following conclusions:
1) Mitt Romney, the perennial candidate, has a ton of money, which will probably secure the nomination. He accepted $7 million from the head of the Mormon Church. Will that influence him in any way?
2) Newt Gingrich, without a doubt the most knowledgeable and experienced in high-level political events, has some baggage. It didn't hurt Clinton did it?
3) Rick Perry's got a great smile but changes course every three or four days.
4) Rick Santorum answered every one of my letters during his 12 years in office but was defeated for a third term in Congress when he let his faith influence a decision.
5) Ron Paul is an engaging personality but too old for the pressure of the presidency.
6) Congresswoman Michele Bachmann is a dedicated officeholder but in over her head.
There you have it, six candidates, none of whom have the appeal to defeat President Obama.
Ephraim Levin
Philadelphia, Pa.
Philadelphia, Pa.