Doesn't the GOP need to jettison the social conservatism and focus solely on the fiscal conservatism?

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I vote democrat for exactly that reason. I abhor the philosophy that a citizen has any say in how another citizen lives their private life. We don't need mutual agreement, just mutual respect.

I would love to reform welfare. I have mixed emotions about affirmative action, but ideologically, I am completely against it. A TRULY level playing field is ideal. In the same vein, we need to stop worrying about "American interests" over-seas. If we can't provide it for ourselves though trade alone, then to bad. Most of our problems right now stem from issues outside our borders, and I don't mean immigration. The solution is pretty simple.

My 4 years in the Navy gave me a lot to be proud of, but it didn't give me the right to say that I defended the Constitution in the way that it is written. I wish it had and I do believe one day, service members will be able to say so. As far as I am concerned, this IS my country. I have payed the dues that most will never. If you think that you can tell me why I don't deserve to call myself a patriot, I welcome you to try.