Mileage Psycho Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 There are some big GOP hitters on this list that is sure to grow over the next 99 days. Quote Meet the big-name Republicans supporting Hillary Clinton At Thursday's session of the Democratic National Convention, the party rolled out a number of Republicans who are supporting Hillary Clinton. Among them was Doug Elmets, a former Reagan administration official whom we included recently on a list of big-name GOP officials, donors and thought leaders who support Clinton. Below is the list. Richard Armitage, Henry Paulson, Brent Scowcroft. Three big-name former George W. Bush administration officials in the past two weeks have announced that they are supporting Hillary Clinton in 2016 — all because Donald Trump is simply a bridge too far for them. "When it comes to the presidency, I will not vote for Donald Trump," Paulson wrote in The Washington Post last week. "I will not cast a write-in vote. I’ll be voting for Hillary Clinton, with the hope that she can bring Americans together to do the things necessary to strengthen our economy, our environment and our place in the world. To my Republican friends: I know I’m not alone." He's not. And below are the big names that are with him — or, perhaps more accurately,with her. (A note: While many, many Republicans have declined to embrace Trump's candidacy, a growing but significantly smaller group has gone so far as to express support for Clinton. This list focuses on the latter, and it will be updated in the weeks ahead.) Bush administration officials Advisers to previous GOP presidents Henry Paulson, treasury secretary Richard Armitage, deputy secretary of state and adviser to Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush — Trump "doesn't appear to be to be a Republican, he doesn't appear to want to learn about issues. So I’m going to vote for Mrs. Clinton." Brent Scowcroft, chairman of the President's Intelligence Advisory Board and adviser to three previous GOP presidents — "The presidency requires the judgment and knowledge to make tough calls under pressure.... [Clinton] has the wisdom and experience to lead our country at this critical time." Alan Steinberg, regional EPA administrator Kori Schake, National Security Council and State Department aide Doug Elmets, former Reagan spokesman — "I could live with four years of Hillary Clinton before I could ever live with one day of Donald Trump as president." Jim Cicconi, former Reagan and George H.W. Bush aide — "Hillary Clinton is experienced, qualified and will make a fine president. The alternative, I fear, would set our nation on a very dark path.” The Washington Post Poll: Clinton's lead over Trump grows to double-digits A Washington Post-ABC News poll shows Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton taking a double-digit lead over Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and a higher percentage of Americans saying she's qualified to serve as president. Foreign policy leaders Robert Kagan, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution and a co-founder of the Project for the New American Century Max Boot, senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and adviser to GOP presidential candidates — "I'm literally losing sleep over Donald Trump. She would be vastly preferable to Trump." Peter Mansoor, retired Army colonel and former aide to David Petraeus — "It will be thefirst Democratic presidential candidate I’ve voted for in my adult life." Business leaders/donors Marc Andreessen, venture capitalist — "[Silicon] Valley wouldn't be here, we wouldn't be doing any of this if we didn't have the amazing flow of immigrants that we've had in the last 80 years. And the idea of choking that off just makes me sick to my stomach." Dan Akerson, former chairman and chief executive of General Motors — "Serving as the leader of the free world requires effective leadership, sound judgment, a steady hand and, most importantly, the temperament to deal with crises large and small. Donald Trump lacks each of these characteristics." Chuck Robbins, chief executive of Cisco Hamid Moghadam, chairman and chief executive of Prologis — "Our country is about tolerance and inclusion and that's why, as a lifelong Republican supporter, I endorse Hillary Clinton for president in this election." William Oberndorf, $3 million to GOP candidates since 2012 — "If it is Trump vs. Clinton, and there is no viable third-party candidate, I will be voting for Hillary Clinton." Mike Fernandez, $4 million to GOP candidates in recent years — "If I have a choice — and you can put it in bold — if I have a choice between Trump and Hillary Clinton, I’m choosing Hillary. She’s the lesser of two evils." Business leaders/donors Larry Pressler, former three-term Republican senator from South Dakota who lost an independent campaign for his old seat in 2014 — "I can’t believe I’m endorsing Hillary Clinton for president, but I am. If someone had told me 10 years ago I would do this, I wouldn’t have believed them." Arne Carlson, a former two-term Republican governor of Minnesota who supported President Obama Robert Smith, former New York state Supreme Court justice — "This year, I’m going to vote for a Democrat for president — the first time I’ve done it in 36 years — and I think the decision is easy. Hillary Clinton is the only responsible choice, and I don’t understand why so few of my fellow conservatives see it that way." Political operatives Mark Salter, former top adviser to John McCain — "Whatever Hillary Clinton’s faults, she’s not ignorant or hateful or a nut. She acts like an adult and understands the responsibilities of an American president. That might not be a ringing endorsement. But in 2016, the year of Trump’s s campaign, it’s more than enough." Mike Treiser, former Mitt Romney aide — "In the face of bigotry, hatred, violence, and small-mindedness, this time, I’m with her.” Craig Snyder, former chief of staff to then-Republican former senator Arlen Specter (Pa.) and also an ex-colleague of former top Trump adviser Roger Stone and current top Trump adviser Paul Manafort. Journalists Ben Howe, editor at RedState.com http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/meet-the-big-name-republicans-supporting-hillary-clinton/ar-AAhOzIr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 You know, it would seem that Hillar has a clear and away victory over some no name politician. Maybe she should cancel her negative ads and just start doing press conferences preparing for the certain victory? Or wait..is it certain? And when did she last do a press conference...OFDA...I'd be avoiding direct questions on live camera too if I were her. But, I'm sure the questions will be "approved" by her staff before she agrees to do one. "Selective press" personal invite only. Sounds about right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elkhorn Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 the left sure is scared Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mileage Psycho Posted July 31, 2016 Author Share Posted July 31, 2016 1 minute ago, Elkhorn said: the left sure is scared You know Elky no bullshit, I'm just not seeing that. I was at an outing Thursday and one of the guys is a Trump supporter and has him on Twitter, and his comment was that Trump will continue to say stupid shit and lose the election because of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 1 minute ago, Mileage Psycho said: You know Elky no bullshit, I'm just not seeing that. I was at an outing Thursday and one of the guys is a Trump supporter and has him on Twitter, and his comment was that Trump will continue to say stupid shit and lose the election because of it. But here's the thing with that...and I agree that his staff members must be terrified evertime he "mics up"..to me,.he's just funny and reckless as hell as he speaks his mind (again..a bit refreshing). But, if he's so fucked up...and such a liability in peoples eyes because of it. If he's such a "no chance" to win, why is so much attention being paid to him by the D party? Why? I don't get it.....shouldn't they just let him self implode and go away on his own? Why is he such a focal point to them? You know these answers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mileage Psycho Posted July 31, 2016 Author Share Posted July 31, 2016 3 minutes ago, Zambroski said: But here's the thing with that...and I agree that his staff members must be terrified evertime he "mics up"..to me,.he's just funny and reckless as hell as he speaks his mind (again..a bit refreshing). But, if he's so fucked up...and such a liability in peoples eyes because of it. If he's such a "no chance" to win, why is so much attention being paid to him by the D party? Why? I don't get it.....shouldn't they just let him self implode and go away on his own? Why is he such a focal point to them? You know these answers. Because they will use his own words to bury him, elections are about winning and it would be foolish for the Dems to squander the ammunition Trump supplies on a daily basis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Just now, Mileage Psycho said: Because they will use his own words to bury him, elections are about winning and it would be foolish for the Dems to squander the ammunition Trump supplies on a daily basis. But why do they need to do anything at all? He doesn't need to be "burried", just needs to lose. Seems that is certain to a lot of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt.Storm Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Just now, Mileage Psycho said: Because they will use his own words to bury him, elections are about winning and it would be foolish for the Dems to squander the ammunition Trump supplies on a daily basis. Wait till the debates..shock and awe you like you have never seen! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elkhorn Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 9 minutes ago, Mileage Psycho said: You know Elky no bullshit, I'm just not seeing that. I was at an outing Thursday and one of the guys is a Trump supporter and has him on Twitter, and his comment was that Trump will continue to say stupid shit and lose the election because of it. Well they have been saying that since what, last June? the left and the media continue to attack him , that's all they got, this guy that is so bad and knows nothing is pretty much continually tied with the anointed one, and you all dismiss it . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zambroski Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Just now, Capt.Storm said: Wait till the debates..shock and awe you like you have never seen! And I don't give a shit what any of Hilliar's supporters say...SHE DOES NOT WANT TO DO THESE AT ALL! Course, her plan is to try to get it to backfire on him...and it could too. But I think he's gonna pull her apart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Capt.Storm Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 (edited) 1 minute ago, Zambroski said: And I don't give a shit what any of Hilliar's supporters say...SHE DOES NOT WANT TO DO THESE AT ALL! Course, her plan is to try to get it to backfire on him...and it could too. But I think he's gonna pull her apart. I bet she comes down with the flue or something bigger yet and sends Tim out there ! Edited July 31, 2016 by Capt.Storm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mileage Psycho Posted July 31, 2016 Author Share Posted July 31, 2016 2 minutes ago, Capt.Storm said: Wait till the debates..shock and awe you like you have never seen! She is as tough as nails, she will get under his thin skin and he will come unglued........the man has zero self control. 1 minute ago, Elkhorn said: Well they have been saying that since what, last June? the left and the media continue to attack him , that's all they got, this guy that is so bad and knows nothing is pretty much continually tied with the anointed one, and you all dismiss it . Elky he appealed to group of voters in the primary, he won the primaries at a high cost, you need much help from your party to win the WH and he just doesn't have it, the lack of Republican star power at the RNC was glaring and the folks on the list above are influential and they are talking to there many republican friends. The Republicans know what they are getting with HRC in the WH, with Trump they see disaster and would rather deal with HRC for four years while looking ahead to 2020. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt.Storm Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 1 minute ago, Mileage Psycho said: She is as tough as nails, she will get under his thin skin and he will come unglued........the man has zero self control. Elky he appealed to group of voters in the primary, he won the primaries at a high cost, you need much help from your party to win the WH and he just doesn't have it, the lack of Republican star power at the RNC was glaring and the folks on the list above are influential and they are talking to there many republican friends. The Republicans know what they are getting with HRC in the WH, with Trump they see disaster and would rather deal with HRC for four years while looking ahead to 2020. Vinny..we are talking e-mails..Benghazi ..Clinton Foundation..Vince Foster/Whitewater..arms to Iraq..support of the attack on that country. What does she have ..that fire Marshall deal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elkhorn Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 12 minutes ago, Mileage Psycho said: She is as tough as nails, she will get under his thin skin and he will come unglued........the man has zero self control. Elky he appealed to group of voters in the primary, he won the primaries at a high cost, you need much help from your party to win the WH and he just doesn't have it, the lack of Republican star power at the RNC was glaring and the folks on the list above are influential and they are talking to there many republican friends. The Republicans know what they are getting with HRC in the WH, with Trump they see disaster and would rather deal with HRC for four years while looking ahead to 2020. Lol, so WHY are they virtually tied??? with your excuse, she should be way ahead... why isn't she?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt.Storm Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Z has it right,the dems on here will not say one bad word about the liar but hell I and others have said chit about trump more then once. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edmo Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 30 minutes ago, Elkhorn said: Lol, so WHY are they virtually tied??? with your excuse, she should be way ahead... why isn't she?? Because Hillary is a horrible choice for pres. They won't say it, so I'll help them out here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Vince just posted great evidence that Trump Isn't owned by anyone. He is best suited to lead the country. Great post Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elkhorn Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 (edited) Lmao at calling these guys gop heavy hitters, they've been obscure until now. Edited July 31, 2016 by Elkhorn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1jkw Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 The debates are the only way Hillary can win, if she doesn't beat Trump and beat him convincingly she's done, I think you will see Trump do anything he can to avoid debating her as he knows it's the only thing that can stop him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platinum Contributing Member Jimmy Snacks Posted July 31, 2016 Platinum Contributing Member Share Posted July 31, 2016 9 minutes ago, Elkhorn said: Lmao at calling these guys gop heavy hitters, they've been obscure until now. Ummmm I can't stand Hillary but calling these guys obscure is pretty stupid....no offense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt.Storm Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 (edited) 34 minutes ago, 1jkw said: The debates are the only way Hillary can win, if she doesn't beat Trump and beat him convincingly she's done, I think you will see Trump do anything he can to avoid debating her as he knows it's the only thing that can stop him. Are you fawking serious? It's the other way around silly! Edited July 31, 2016 by Capt.Storm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1jkw Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 6 minutes ago, Capt.Storm said: Are you fawking serious? It's the other way around silly! Guarantee I'm right, you just wait, Trump will complain about anything and everything to avoid debating her one on one, he has everything to lose and nothing to gain from the debates. The only way he would want a debate is if he were losing and thought it was the only way to catch up. I'll bet you a beer if we get to ride together sometime, if not it will just be a bet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capt.Storm Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 11 minutes ago, 1jkw said: Guarantee I'm right, you just wait, Trump will complain about anything and everything to avoid debating her one on one, he has everything to lose and nothing to gain from the debates. The only way he would want a debate is if he were losing and thought it was the only way to catch up. I'll bet you a beer if we get to ride together sometime, if not it will just be a bet. Deal. I still say Hilary has way more reason to be nervous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elkhorn Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 55 minutes ago, Biggie Smails said: Ummmm I can't stand Hillary but calling these guys obscure is pretty stupid....no offense. Ok, so when we're the last time they were in the news? good lord, how many people couldn't name the current VP, much less care what these guys say Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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