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Policy. The bad news is that candidates have a nasty habit of changing policy whenever it suits them, so it tends to be a much less reliable litmus test than one would believe for selecting a good candidate.

Policy, as it should be for all, but thats not the case, I wonder if liberals are supposed to be so accepting of all why are they so critical about McCains appearance.

At this time I am going with what seems to represent the most change because of Bush

I vote based on what candidate has the closest views that I do about major issues-I know that one candidate won't have the same views as me on all of them but as long as it's a majority

Policy. I don't trust politicians.

A politician's character is paramount. if he/she is not trustworthy, then a policy statement has no meaning.

Philosophy. I am a Conservative and will do whatever I can to promote Conservatism and thwart Liberalism.

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politicians as they are flesh and blood..and should be flexible

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