There Is a Cancer in Conservatism (Part 2)
It would seem as though the Left is taking notice of the press release initiated by Gregg Jackson and John Haskins of which I linked to in yesterday’s post. Notice Right Wing Watch’s “When Crackpots Attack.”
Today’s audio has Steve doing a brilliant job of summing up the state of conservatism and then asks Mr. Babbin what his non-negotiables are; give a listen:
Part 2 of Steve Deace Interviewing Jed Babbin
Mr. Babbin’s non-negotiables: “…are set forth best in the Bill of Rights…freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom of religion, freedom to keep and bear arms. All the rest of the things we hold dear…keeping America strong and defending these fifty states of ours against any enemies foreign or domestic…”
Again to Barry Goldwater’s The Conscience of a Conservative: “The legitimate functions of government are actually conducive to freedom. Maintaining internal order, keeping foreign foes at bay, administering justice, removing obstacles to the free interchange of goods—the exercise of these powers makes it possible for men to follow their chosen pursuits with maximum freedom.”
While the Bill of Rights is indeed important, they are the first ten amendments to the US Constitution. Would not the original document carry the same weight? Would not the three branches of government and the function of government be important? One could make the case that Mr. Babbin was speaking on the fly, but he makes a point of taking an oath to defend this nation and yet his oath clearly states:
I do solemnly swear or affirm (as the case may be) that I will support the Constitution of the United States.
Now again, am I being picky with Mr. Babbin? Perhaps, but in the totality of the interview, coupled with his appearance on Gregg Jackson’s show, my confidence in Mr. Babbin’s understanding of conservatism is shaken to say the least.
Monday night we will hear what Mr. Babbin considers has the highest law of the land.
You won’t want to miss this!
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