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What Republican in their right mind isn't anti-affirmative action these days? As for abortion, there is room for flexibility on this issue I think. "Partial birth" abortions are vastly different than abortions in the first trimester, and there are many repubs who are able to make such a distinction.
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seretogis,
You’re right on the abortion issue. “Partial birth” and the stem cell research ban has become the proxy for the pro-life cause. Pro-life is just not a winning issue; however, it’s still important for a Republican candidate be pro-life in principle while not having an explicit desire to make abortion illegal.
You and I are both wrong on affirmative action. Many Republicans aren’t necessarily for affirmative action but remain “soft” on the issue. Here’s Bush’s response to the Supreme Court decision:
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I applaud the Supreme Court for recognizing the value of diversity on our Nation's campuses. Diversity is one of America's greatest strengths. Today's decisions seek a careful balance between the goal of campus diversity and the fundamental principle of equal treatment under the law.
My Administration will continue to promote policies that expand educational opportunities for Americans from all racial, ethnic, and economic backgrounds. There are innovative and proven ways for colleges and universities to reflect our diversity without using racial quotas. The Court has made clear that colleges and universities must engage in a serious, good faith consideration of workable race-neutral alternatives. I agree that we must look first to these race-neutral approaches to make campuses more welcoming for all students.
Race is a reality in American life. Yet like the Court, I look forward to the day when America will truly be a color-blind society. My Administration will continue to work toward this important goal.
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http://www.whitehouse.gov/news/relea.../20030623.html
I think it’s a sign that affirmative action, like abortion, isn’t a cause that the Rep. strategists want to fight head on.
Maybe Condi would be a promising candidate. Would she be able to appeal to the Religious Right? I have a hard time seeing her make the Bob Jones University type campaign stop.