In recent weeks, Rudy Giuliani has gone from a forgotten man to the GOP candidate who is front and center. Giuliani's campaign has become revitalized by the continued dickering of Fred Thompson, and a concerted internal effort to show that Giuliani is tough and has some vision.
The Democrats have definitely taken notice. Yesterday, John Edwards called Rudy "George Bush on steroids" (and Edwards on steroids would be John Kerry, but I digress), and the house organ for the Democrats, the New York Times, is running a hit piece in which they explore his relationship with Fox News leader Roger Ailes. Vanity Fair is also attacking Rudy, but from the angle of portraying his wife as an out-of-touch snob.
Recent polling numbers show that Giuliani has increased his lead to 9-percentage points on average against Fred Thompson and appears to be gaining momentum. Although the latest Rasmussen has him down one to Thompson, the latest NBC/WSJ has him up 13%.
All of this is good for Rudy's campaign, even hit pieces mean exposure and the majority of Americans have a good feeling about him, even with his dirty laundry being aired. Ironically, twenty years ago, a man who was divorced or unfaithful to his wife didn't have a chance to be President (case in point: Gary Hart). Now, however, a man's marital history is not as important. That was put to bed, so to speak, by Bill Clinton's antics in the Oval Office. This metamorphosis has had the effect of helping both Giuliani and Thompson and it's all thanks to Bubba.
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16. KaM: You sure aren't real smart are you? What was Rudy Giuliani suppose to do during the 911 attack? Oh let me guess he was suppose to have XRay vision and nsee the planes, and radio them to surrender, or maybe get up on top of the building with a white flag and bring them down peacefully. He can't be blamed for the 911 attacks you nimkapoop(translation=you are so dumb), They didn't know those planes were planning this, all they knew for sure was three(3)planes had been hijacked, not enough warning to get people out of the world trade center,as I said in an earlier blog I lost my 24 yr old son in that first tower and this was my birthday too. You must be dumber than a flat rock!
donna at 1:59PM on Aug 3rd 2007
17. #14 donna at 12:54PM
Our nation plaque with too many internal problems stemmed from broken families, deserve to have a President of good examples that help ease solve the problem.Of course it is very important to lead by examples than just words,our children look up to them.
KaM at 9:03PM on Aug 3rd 2007
18. It's all thanks to Bubba? No. Bubba was all about having a dalliance. The Monica affair wasn't about ditching a loving wife and turning your back on your kids for the sake of a conniving floozie. That, thank you, was Mr. Reagan's shtick.
John from NC at 5:06AM on Aug 4th 2007
19. #14 donna 1:59PM I didn't know I was talking to somebody,I was just talking to my computer mam.
KaM at 1:13AM on Aug 5th 2007
20. If Fred Thompson would jump in this presidential race with both feet, the only person he would have to beat, is H. Clinton
Roy at 2:30AM on Aug 4th 2007
21. fred looks better all the time.
poppie0144 at 5:24PM on Aug 4th 2007
22. Rudy Giuliani maybe a good man but not the right kind of President we need especially with the management part.The next president ought really capable of what he is about to face and I'm talking about balancing the budget which is very important and make sure we are not over spending.It doesn't appear according to the mood of the country right now that we need a Mayor,what the country is looking for is a real chief executive officer that can control our economy in a more efficient and apropriate manner.It's one thing we get carry away with a 9/11 Mayor and another thing to continue with the inefficiency and inexperience in managing the nations economy.The right candidate with the right credentials at this very moment of the countrys economic situation is Mitt Romney.He is a lifelong chief executive officer in Business,in Public Service,in the Olympics and even in his church where he served in different leadership roles.We're looking at a candidate that is very well prepared to take on the mantle of leading the nation effectively and honestly.I cannot think of any other presidential candidate already in the race or soon enter the race with true leadership capabilities and wealth of knowledge that is vital to the growth of our economy as a nation than Governor Mitt Romney.What more do we ask for while the answer to our countrys future is right there in front of our very eyes,America I say vote for Mitt Romney he is our hope and dream for tomorrow and forever.May God our eternal Father give peace and hope to all Americans now and forever.
Realistic at 3:41AM on Aug 5th 2007
23. Rudy Giuliani maybe a good man but not the right kind of President we need especially with the management part.The next president ought really capable of what he is about to face and I'm talking about balancing the budget which is very important and make sure we are not over spending.It doesn't appear according to the mood of the country right now that we need a Mayor,what the country is looking for is a real chief executive officer that can control our economy in a more efficient and apropriate manner.It's one thing we get carry away with a 9/11 Mayor and another thing to continue with the inefficiency and inexperience in managing the nations economy.The right candidate with the right credentials at this very moment of the countrys economic situation is Mitt Romney.He is a lifelong chief executive officer in Business,in Public Service,in the Olympics and even in his church where he served in different leadership roles.We're looking at a candidate that is very well prepared to take on the mantle of leading the nation effectively and honestly.I cannot think of any other presidential candidate already in the race or soon enter the race with true leadership capabilities and wealth of knowledge that is vital to the growth of our economy as a nation than Governor Mitt Romney.What more do we ask for while the answer to our countrys future is right there in front of our very eyes,America I say vote for Mitt Romney he is our hope and dream for tomorrow and forever.May God our eternal Father give peace and hope to all Americans now and forever.
Realistic at 2:59AM on Aug 6th 2007
24. Let's solve this whole rotten delima.....VOTE LIBERTARIAN (www.lp.org). Fiscal conservatism and "hands off" social stance. Hmmmm.....sounds like the Founding Fathers' precepts when this country was just a baby and the only special interests we heard from were how to survive British onslaught.
Farley at 4:27PM on Aug 5th 2007
25. I believe Fred Thompson has potential as the rebuplican nominee. However, I wonder why he is taking so long to make an announcement. Guiliani is too moderate for me. I don't see many in the republican party truly supporting his efforts. Most democrats didn't think Bush would make a second term, but it just goes to show that we don't always know who the people truly trust.
Christy at 12:40PM on Aug 5th 2007
26. I DONT BELIEVE THERE IS SUCH THINGS AS REPUBLICANS OR DEMOCRATS. THERE ARE ONLY CONSERVATIVES OR LIBERALS IN BOTH POLITICAL PARTIES. MOST OF THE RECENT ELECTIONS I HAVE WITNESSED WERE NOT WON. INSTEAD, I BELIEVE THEY WERE LOST. MOST VOTERS IN MY OPINION ARE TIRED OF ELECTED POLITICIANS SAYING ONE THING AND DOING ANOTHER. THERE IS IMN MY OPINION A LOT OF ANTI-INCUMBENT VOTING GOING ON. WHO THEY ARE MARRIED TO, OR HOW MANY TIMES THEY WERE MARRIED IS MEANINGLESS. THE QUESTION IS CAN THEY DO THE JOB OR NOT. IF THEY CANT THROW THEM OUT ! REPUBLICAN OR DEMOCRAT. THE PEOPLES BUSINESS, SECURITY & SAFETY SHOULD COME FIRST. "PORK" "EARS" OR MORE SENATOR BYRD STATUES FOR WEST VIRGINIA SHOULD NOT HAPPEN...
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RAY BOWEN at 12:46PM on Aug 5th 2007
27. We had one outstand president that was a movie star.
Hope you can be as good.
If You act in real life and shoot stright You can be great.
If you try to please all you will be a piece of garbage like most that are in DC
Branscome, Robert G. at 4:34PM on Aug 9th 2007
28. RON PAUL FOR PRESIDENT 08
Peter at 3:05PM on Aug 5th 2007
29. The problem with American Politics today is that we have no STATESMEN; those who's first concern is with doing what is right and in the best interest of the NATION whatever it costs their career.
Even if one were to step forward he would never get elected, because one has to make too many deals with the Devil (read that special interest groups) to raise the huge sums necessary to run a successful campiagn, even at the state level, much less the Presidential level ($200,000,000 just on presidential campaigns!!??). This means the choices are limited to those with connections to the Kingmakers (read Phylis Shlafley's book 'A Choice Not An Echo - 1964. Barry Goldwater was a true conservative who would have been an excellent choice, but he was painted as a 'lunatic' who would 'push the button' and start World War 3).
Then, once in office, they have to spend all their time paying off the obligations and working towards re-election and becoming carreer politicians.
The Founding Fathers never envisioned elected officials serving for 30, 40, or 50 years!! They saw common citizens serving a term or two, then returning to private life, not feeding at the public trough for years.
Say what you will, but there are NO choices other than 'hold your nose and vote' choices. Some just smell better than others, or have a knack for standing upwind of the voters until AFTER the election. Then they don't really care anymore if they smell, as evidenced by their records.
Also any candidate who has a prayer of becoming president has to be a Globalist. MexiMeriCanada is the order of the day (you didn't like Ross Perot, but he WAS right on NAFTA) and when that happens you can bet the end times are here.
By the way Libertarians, remember the Electoral College can over-ride the will of the people. Ron Paul will NOT be our next President.
So vote Libertarian and waste your time, Democrat if you like 'social programs' and milking the workers to support the lazy and unmotivated, or Republican to provide your best chances for National and personal financial security, but just as rapid a movement toward globalization and the end of our Sovereignty as with the Democrats.
Just one tired old man's opinion.
Tired Old Man at 6:03PM on Aug 5th 2007
30. republicans had better get behind someone and soon. The press I hear is all democratic as though the election didn't matter. I don't like democratic party platform, and the people running for president are naiive, inexperienced though popular. One who likes to spend too much time at the hair stylist. A woman who would say or do any thing to get elected. Trust? reliability? not there sorry.
rick trani at 8:18PM on Aug 5th 2007