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The implosion of Herman Cain
Of all of the Republicans trying for the Presidential nomination, none comes close to having the compelling, “only in America” story that Herman Cain has. When Herman Cain was born, America was a segregated country. Cain fought his way through the end of segregation and made himself, literally a rocket scientist and then an incredible successful businessman.
He has also learned a lesson and so has America.
The skills that make someone a successful executive in the private sector do not translate into skills that will make someone a successful candidate or even President.
Herman Cain is learning this.
Cain first erred on abortion. He first said on CNN on Wednesday, that women should have the right to have an abortion in cases of rape or incest. Then on Thursday on Fox, he said, “I am pro-life from conception and I don't believe in abortion.” Then he said, “"Abortion should not be legal that is clear. But if that family made a decision to break the law, that's that family's decision, that's all I'm trying to say."
If that were not murky enough, Cain released the following statement:
“As to my political policy view on abortion, I am 100% pro-life. End of story.
I will appoint judges who understand the original intent of the Constitution. Judges who are committed to the rule of law know that the Constitution contains no right to take the life of unborn children.
I will oppose government funding of abortion. I will veto any legislation that contains funds for Planned Parenthood. I will do everything that a President can do, consistent with his constitutional role, to advance the culture of life.”
Cain claimed he was confused by the question that was originally asked. Confusion is a convenient dodge. Lawyers tell their clients when testifying, if you do not understand the question, ask that it be repeated or clarified.
Then Cain had to defend himself on his 9-9-9 plan.
Last Tuesday, every other Republican slammed his plan. They understand something Cain is not getting. This is a tax hike on many people, including those in states that do not have a state sales tax. People in states that have state sales taxes are now looking at those taxes doubling or even more. In some parts of Illinois, people pay 11.5 percent in state and local sales taxes. Adding another nine percent to that is not a winner.
Cain finally realized his plan has a problem and on Friday said his plan for poor people is now a 9-0-9 plan. 9-0-9? Is that the name of Boeing's new jet airliner?
Cain claims now the poor will pay no taxes under his new plan. What about those right above the poverty line? They can pay taxes and be shoved into a net income that is now below the poverty line.
Cain’s biggest failing is his corporate background. As a CEO, he sits down with upper management, considers the options, then he makes the decisions.
A President does not get to do that. He can come up with a plan, but Congress must enact it. Cain’s great flaw is that he forgets his 9-9-9 plan must go through Congress. Does anyone realistically expect Congress will not make changes in that plan, assuming it can even get through Congress?
Then Cain has a choice. He can either sign on to the altered version of whatever 9-9-9 is turned into or he can veto his signature piece of legislation and leave us with the tax system we currently have.
Given the negative reaction from the overwhelming majority of Republicans, 9-9-9 would be dead on arrival in Congress, even if Cain is the President.
Replies to This Discussion
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Permalink Reply by M. V. Griffin on -
Cain is a train wreck.
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Permalink Reply by Louis W. Cunningham on
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Then go vote for Ronnie crazy man Paul Dude
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Permalink Reply by Robert Sklaroff on -
RICK PERRY WILL BE POTUS #45
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Permalink Reply by Robert H. Woodman on -
Just another RINO in office. Better than President Abysmal, but that's all I can say about it.
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Permalink Reply by MUG on
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Judson, I say again, get back on the fence and quit attacking conservative candidates. We all know you like "mama's little bright boy" Gingrich, but Gingrich is a debator and a compromiser not a brawler. We need somebody who can slug it out as well as debate.
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Permalink Reply by MUG on
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I don't totally disagree with you, but I just know that Ogoner won't go away quietly and with his Chicago politics background it will be a dogfight. The Gingrich intelligence is way over rated. Gingrich, Perry or Bachmann may not be up to it. Let's see if Gingrich is willing to get his knickers dirty. I want to see him fighting it out with the rest of them in future debates. Let's see if Lady Bachmann is willing to rough house with the boys. Let's see if Ricky Perry can recover and learn to debate, we already know he will answer the bell.
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Permalink Reply by Ray A. Gilmore on
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So who's your boy, Mug?
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Permalink Reply by MUG on
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Ray, thank you for asking. I'm enjoying the fight. What's the difference Ray between the Republican Establishment picking Mr. Smug Obomney or Judson picking Mr. Smug Newt. The fight is not over and both Mr Smugs with the backing of the Establishment Rebublicans or the TPN think they can stand back and win by not screwing up. Well I think the winner will be the one who wants it bad enough to fight for it. I hope it is Lady Bachmann..
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Permalink Reply by Darryl Mueller on -
Bachman is the real thing, she is a package of pure TNT, she is not part of the Establishment Republicans! I would love to see her take Odummy apart piece by piece! And if we don't get a TEA Party Conservative then we may have what Pat Bucanon predicts, a 3 party & 4 more Odummy.
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