Because the day I stop going exactly the opposite direction of the CRs is the day I lose my mind enough to think kids know anything about the real world (which likely means I’ve had even more blows to the head, and may need to be put down).

I know Ken Blackwell is qualified also, but I think Steele would be a much better choice for the Republcians in this cycle.

He’s black.

But that’s not all Michael Steele is: he’s also someone who suffered the slings and arrows as the Republican Senate candidate in Maryland and ran a fantastic campaign despite the mud being slung at him.

I’m not interested in Blackwell, frankly.

I have come across are more conservative then their parents (and many other folks my age who call themselves conservative). My experience is based on over 5 years recruiting for the military in the NYC area and working in college admissions since then.

I have more faith in them then I do in my generation of aging baby boomers worried over how much they’re going to ‘get’ from social security and other gov’ment programs.

Having enjoyed Eric’s introduction of the Blackwell Plan - and then reading the actual plan I’d have to say that I like that he HAS a plan - and that I can agree and support most of it as a way for Republicans to go forward and begin winning elections, and having a positive impact on this country, again.

I’m not sure that the College Republicans backing him would effect my support one way or another. But good for them if they’ve read his plan and subscribe to his presentation of what needs to be done.

Showing my ignorance, however - has Steele propounded his own plan - and if he has - where is it so that I can compare and contrast?

I switched from Steele to Blackwell last week

http://www.redstate.com/gamecock/2008/12/30/blackwell-echos-gamecock-defends-saltsman-and-rush-parody/

at other political items. I don’t need something additional to raise my blood pressure.

Jeff, is it just a lack of real life experience that constitutes your opinion of the CRs? Truly interested, because the CRs I volunteered with and who attend the Young Republicans meetings (when classes are not in session) are very informed and passionate about Republican activities and its future. From the discussion, the CRs I know do not sound like the CRs everyone else knows.

Most don’t have “life” experience, granted, but I only got involved in politics a mere 5 years ago. Although not a CR (I am a member of the Young Republicans in central Missouri), I probably have less political experience than most of the people listed in support of Blackwell. Several of the CRs I know have been doing the activist thing longer than me. Should my opinion have more clout simply because I’ve been out of college for 10 years and had to face the “real world”, even though I don’t have as extensive a political background? Should my opinion not be taken seriously as well, although I donate my time and skills to Republican candidates, just like the CRs?

Also, a couple of the CRs I know are Iraq veterans. So just because they are College Republicans doesn’t mean they are college-aged kids or know squat about what life is like outside a campus setting.

My beef with several comments is that it is a generalization of CRs, when my experience with the Mizzou CR group is nothing like what has been stated. I know others’ experiences are different, and may be justified, but I am sticking up for the CRs I know.

If you want to disagree with the CRs, fine, but do it by refuting why Blackwell is not the person for the RNC Chair (which has been done), instead of dismissing the CRs out of hand.

I want to know if there is any reason I shouldn’t.

Actually, I’d be pleased with Steele, Blackwell or Saul.

Now, I’ll admit, I’m a little leery of Saul because MI sucks so bad, but I know I can’t blame that on him just because I don’t know why there is no candle power up there.

If I am not mistaken, every one of those vying for the RNC Chair position are trying to attract the young/college age group, yet here we dismiss them as being kids and not having enough life experiences to know that the Republican party is the best party to represent all Americans. We seem to have been doing the same thing with minorities- is it because they are not smart enough either? It seems some Republicans push away those very same we are trying to attract.

If I am not mistaken, every one of those vying for the RNC Chair position are trying to attract the young/college age group, yet here we dismiss them as being kids and not having enough life experiences to know that the Republican party is the best party to represent all Americans. We seem to have been doing the same thing with minorities- is it because they are not smart enough either? It seems some Republicans push away those very same we are trying to attract.