Author Topic: Intellectually Honest Politicians (Read 1516 times)

Dos Equis · « **on:** February 04, 2021, 11:34:40 AM »

I know they are few and far between, but I think Senator Rand Paul might be the most intellectually politician in DC. I don't always agree with him, but he has convictions and he is consistent.

Anyone else?

Skeletor · « **Reply #1 on:** February 04, 2021, 11:40:53 AM »

His father was much better and more consistent, in my opinion.

ThisisOverload · « **Reply #2 on:** February 04, 2021, 12:27:30 PM »

The Paul's and Trey Gowdy.

A few more i can't remember off the top of my head.

Not very common anymore.

Dos Equis · « **Reply #3 on:** February 04, 2021, 01:38:50 PM »

Quote from: Skeletor on February 04, 2021, 11:40:53 AM

His father was much better and more consistent, in my opinion.

Perhaps, although I'm talking about current members.

Dos Equis · « **Reply #4 on:** February 04, 2021, 01:40:38 PM »

Quote from: ThisisOverload on February 04, 2021, 12:27:30 PM

The Paul's and Trey Gowdy.

A few more i can't remember off the top of my head.

Not very common anymore.

I like Gowdy, but he's gone too. Seems like the good ones leave. Like Harold Ford, Jr., Gowdy, DeSantis (although good have him as Florida Gov).

Definitely not common.

Moontrane · « **Reply #5 on:** February 04, 2021, 02:58:50 PM »

Jon Kyl seemed like a straight shooter.

Straw Man · « **Reply #6 on:** February 04, 2021, 06:10:32 PM »

Quote from: Dos Equis on February 04, 2021, 11:34:40 AM

I know they are few and far between, but I think Senator Rand Paul might be the most intellectually politician in DC. I don't always agree with him, but he has convictions and he is consistent.

Anyone else?

LOL - Rand is one of the most intellectually DISHONEST people in the entire government if not the entire country

For a true example of intellectual honesty (and someone who actually understands he took an oath to uphold The Constitution) you can look to Anthony Gonzalez - Republican from Ohio

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/republican-anthony-gonzalez-voted-impeach-trump-he-wants-rid-gop-n1256291

AbrahamG · « **Reply #7 on:** February 04, 2021, 06:25:02 PM »

Quote from: Straw Man on February 04, 2021, 06:10:32 PM

LOL - Rand is one of the most intellectually DISHONEST people in the entire government if not the entire country

For a true example of intellectual honesty (and someone who actually understands he took an oath to uphold The Constitution) you can look to Anthony Gonzalez - Republican from Ohio

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/republican-anthony-gonzalez-voted-impeach-trump-he-wants-rid-gop-n1256291

Rand Paul is a piece of shit. In his case the acorn fell pretty far from the tree. I'd never vote for his dad but he's consistent and that deserves respect.

chaos · « **Reply #8 on:** February 04, 2021, 06:25:17 PM »

Quote from: Straw Man on February 04, 2021, 06:10:32 PM

LOL - Rand is one of the most intellectually DISHONEST people in the entire government if not the entire country

For a true example of intellectual honesty (and someone who actually understands he took an oath to uphold The Constitution) you can look to Anthony Gonzalez - Republican from Ohio

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/republican-anthony-gonzalez-voted-impeach-trump-he-wants-rid-gop-n1256291

Your opinion is shit until you get therapy for your alcoholism and TDS. I'm sure you qualify for free mental health treatment in CA.

ThisisOverload · « **Reply #9 on:** February 04, 2021, 07:55:59 PM »

Quote from: AbrahamG on February 04, 2021, 06:25:02 PM

Rand Paul is a piece of shit. In his case the acorn fell pretty far from the tree. I'd never vote for his dad but he's consistent and that deserves respect.

Example?

jude2 · « **Reply #10 on:** February 04, 2021, 08:27:19 PM »

John Kerry talks like one.

Straw Man · « **Reply #11 on:** February 05, 2021, 11:44:36 AM »

Here's another intellectually honest person in the Senate

https://www.salon.com/2021/02/05/ben-sasse-demands-gop-choose-between-conservatism-and-madness-after-censure-threat/

Straw Man · « **Reply #12 on:** February 05, 2021, 12:56:46 PM »

Quote from: chaos on February 04, 2021, 06:25:17 PM

Your opinion is shit until you get therapy for your alcoholism and TDS. I'm sure you qualify for free mental health treatment in CA.

keep projecting Trumptard

it's obviously all you've got

Dos Equis · « **Reply #13 on:** February 05, 2021, 06:25:49 PM »

Quote from: Moontrane on February 04, 2021, 02:58:50 PM

Jon Kyl seemed like a straight shooter.

Retired. The good ones don't tend to stick around.

OzmO · « **Reply #14 on:** February 06, 2021, 09:55:54 AM »

Quote from: Dos Equis on February 05, 2021, 06:25:49 PM

Retired. The good ones don't tend to stick around.

They probably come to the point where they believe it's a lost cause.

loco · « **Reply #15 on:** February 06, 2021, 10:17:10 AM »

Both this guy and the guy he praises.

TheGrinch · « **Reply #16 on:** February 06, 2021, 10:18:19 AM »

Ross Perot

ThisisOverload · « **Reply #17 on:** February 06, 2021, 01:14:35 PM »

Quote from: TheGrinch on February 06, 2021, 10:18:19 AM

Ross Perot

I remember when he ran for POTUS how he made everyone in the room look so stupid. They changed the debates because of him.

He was too intelligent and not personable enough unfortunately.

Dos Equis · « **Reply #18 on:** February 08, 2021, 11:16:21 PM »

Quote from: OzmO on February 06, 2021, 09:55:54 AM

They probably come to the point where they believe it's a lost cause.

A shame isn't it? You should see the two Senators from my state: intellectually dishonest hacks of the highest order. Not very bright either. It pains me that numerous people around the country consider Senator Hirono to be the dumbest member of Congress. $:-\$

Dos Equis · « **Reply #19 on:** October 18, 2021, 01:46:37 PM »

He's not a politician, and he's a hardcore conservative, but Dan Bongino is as intellectually honest as they come. He recently dropped Simpli Safe as a sponsor after they participated in woke censorship. And now this? If only more people had the stones (and the means) to fight back like this.

Dan Bongino gives ultimatum to Cumulus over vaccinate mandate
OCT. 18, 2021
https://therightscoop.com/dan-bongino-gives-ultimatum-to-cumulus-over-vaccinate-mandate/

Coach is Back! · « **Reply #20 on:** October 18, 2021, 04:39:07 PM »

Quote from: Dos Equis on February 04, 2021, 11:34:40 AM

I know they are few and far between, but I think Senator Rand Paul might be the most intellectually politician in DC. I don't always agree with him, but he has convictions and he is consistent.

Anyone else?

Trey Goudy (when he was in) and Jim Jordan. On a side note, Rand Paul absolutely CRUSHED Fouci

SOMEPARTS · « **Reply #21 on:** October 18, 2021, 04:47:12 PM »

Quote from: TheGrinch on February 06, 2021, 10:18:19 AM

Ross Perot

He was correct about EVERYTHING.

SOMEPARTS · « **Reply #22 on:** October 18, 2021, 04:48:51 PM »

Quote from: loco on February 06, 2021, 10:17:10 AM

Both this guy and the guy he praises.

This guy had the hottest wife ever for what he is. Batshit crazy for the times though. Probably be kicked out of the party for being too moderate now.

EDIT:

Married in '05...she's only 43 right now.

The guy is swinging plank.

Coach is Back! · « **Reply #23 on:** October 18, 2021, 05:27:03 PM »

Quote from: Straw Man on February 05, 2021, 11:44:36 AM

Here's another intellectually honest person in the Senate

https://www.salon.com/2021/02/05/ben-sasse-demands-gop-choose-between-conservatism-and-madness-after-censure-threat/

"Salon" you just underscored Chaos' point lol

Princess L · « **Reply #24 on:** October 19, 2021, 05:07:15 AM »

Quote from: Dos Equis on February 04, 2021, 11:34:40 AM

I know they are few and far between, but I think Senator Rand Paul might be the most intellectually politician in DC. I don't always agree with him, but he has convictions and he is consistent.

Anyone else?

Sen. Ron Johnson