Quote:I have to very much disagree on Tea Party being "extreme."

 

They are anything but, unless it's felt economic responsibility and upholding the Constitution are now somehow "extreme."

They believe:

 

<div>1. Illegal aliens are here illegally.
2. Pro-domestic employment is indispensable.
3. A strong military is essential.
4. Special interests must be eliminated.
5. Gun ownership is sacred.
6. Government must be downsized.
7. The national budget must be balanced.
8. Deficit spending must end.
9. Bailout and stimulus plans are illegal.
10. Reducing personal income taxes is a must.
11. Reducing business income taxes is mandatory.
12. Political offices must be available to average citizens.
13. Intrusive government must be stopped.
14. English as our core language is required.
15. Traditional family values are encouraged.
 

It's fine to agree or disagree with these beliefs, but they are anything but extreme views.

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Shutting down the government because you don't get your way is pretty extreme. Especially considering their was to burn the whole thing down. From the perspective of people who don't see the government as evil that is extreme.

 

I don't think the bernie wing progressive values and ideas are extreme but you would. It's just the way it is. 

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