It’s Independents’ Day

I've never been so offended by an article. Who the hell is Howard Fineman? What basis does he have to call Dr. Paul a "libertarian" crank? Or to assert that a world consensus exists on the matter. I support Dr. Paul's views... am I a crank? Dr. Paul's views are more sound and well thought out then any candidate I've ever heard of. Oh my God, Dr. Paul actually understands, Separation of Powers, Federalism (Article I Section VIII's enumerated powers) and the reason the Bill of Rights was put in place. On top of that, he has actually done something worthwhile with his life (as a Doctor)... and he is a man of principle, unlike this crank journalist who wastes his life kowtowing to all the crooks and thieves in DC. Fineman even goes out of his way to distort Dr. Paul's foreign policy views by calling him an "isolationist." My God. Wanting to engage in trade/commerce with other nations, but not being a part of intergovernmental organizations is apparently "isolationist." Sorry, Dr. Paul wants the federal government to exercise its delegated powers via Article I Section VIII, and all other powers to be reserved to the states and the people (i.e., the 10th amendment, which was the real reason the bill of rights was put in place). Beware of deceitful journalists like Howard Fineman.

Ron Paul by far is the best candidate for president and represents real positive change in this country!!
Ron Paul it!!

Ron Paul by far is the best candidate for president and represents real positive change in this country!!
Ron Paul it!!

I have been a long time Democrat from Arkansas. I love BILL!!! Hillary is one I wouldn't put in office. Mike Huckabee is a great and honest man, but I don't think he can win because he is from Arkansas.... Since being introduced to the Ron Paul way of life I am excited about this election. I am more impressed with Dr. Paul than any other person in politics. The only policy I don't really agree with, but can look past is he is pro-life and I believe in a woman's right to choose. I think that once in office he will make a change for the better.

Clearly another hit job on a decent candidate brought to you by a bought and paid for so called "journalist". I realize Mr. Fineman that Dr. Paul is not your choice but, one thing for sure you do not make my decisions. Ron Paul will not only get my vote but all the energy I can invest into saving what was once a great nation.

Ron Paul is a man with integrity, intelligence, and a genuine real person in this whole mess we call politics. Any politician that has a sign on their desk that says "Don't steal the government hates the competition" is definitely a man with some insight. I was a lifelong democrat, and after being introduced to Dr Paul I have decided that I just want sanity. The GOP should definitely be looking at this guy right now for many reasons. He doesn't have scandal to his name that I have found so far, truly is for conservative values, and the democratic nomination will be guaranteed to be Obama or Hilary, which none of the other gop candidates will be able to defeat. Ron Paul would wipe the floor with either of those two in any debate with his extensive knowledge of history, economics and the entire mess of the political process. And I don't agree with his abortion opinion, but I can overlook that because for one arguments of abortion are full of wasted breath, we should be more proactive of trying to teach people to not get pregnant anyways, abortion is the after effect, no glove no love or just don't do it. But abortion shouldn't be the top priority for anyone right now when our government is spending billions of our dollars and ultimately messing up life for all the people like me and you on this space of land we call America.
GO RON PAUL FROM A NEW REPUBLICAN CALI SUNSHINE SURFER GIRL -(who graduated in Business Law)

Fineman didn't take the photo, and working for a newspaper myself, he likely had nothing to do with the selection of the photo.

Way to subliminally paint a poor picture of Paul with your well picked photo of him in New Hampshire. At least Americans see through all of your propaganda. When will journalists ever be journalists again instead of paid corporate drones who have sold their souls for the almighty dollar. You're pathetic, Fineman.

Way to subliminally paint a poor picture of Paul with your well picked photo of him in New Hampshire. At least Americans see through all of your propaganda. When will journalists ever be journalists again instead of paid corporate drones who have sold their souls for the almighty dollar. You're pathetic, Fineman.

I would like to thank you Mr. Fineman for writing this article. It currently seems many of the major news outlets either completely discount Ron Paul or scoff at the notion that he could have a chance to win. It is nice to see that Newsweek's authors are more open to possibilities and not afraid to say it!

I'm a life long Republican and I won't mind reading Dr. Ron Paul wins New Hampshire AT ALL! In fact I won't mind when he is the Republican Nominee..

After being a Thompson supporter prior to him entering the race, I have decided to WHOLE HEARTEDLY support Dr. Ron Paul after watching intently the last two debates.. I don't see ANY other choice to change the direction of the Country in the Republican party... Or in the Dems for that matter either.. SOCIALISM is NOT THE ANSWER

Thank you for writing this article Mr. Fineman. It frequently sees major news organizations want to cast Paul as a no-hope-candidate. I am glad to see one of Newsweek's authors is more open minded.

excuse all the mistypes ... I am really tired. Go Ron Paul. rEOVLution and the main word is LOVE ..... peace.... Brenda Downingtown PA

Ron Paul wants to repal the IRS.... the all power grubbing, unconstitutional institution that has robbed United states citizens of their freedom. HE want to repeal emminent domain and the rights of the government to steal your land!He want to protect our privacy and personal liberties and constitutional rights form the Patriot Act. Fear breeds stupidity and allows us to give up everything we fought for over the years. People have died to up hold these freedoms.Should we allow governments to have such power to invade our personal freedoms .... hum sounds like things from a nazi who scared people into giving up freedom. Mr Fineman take back your attack on sucha fine man as Ron Paul he is better than all the other snakes in this campaign! Brenda Downingtown, PA

Ron Paul wants to repal the IRS.... the all power grubbing, unconstitutional institution that has robbed United states citizens of their freedom. HE want to repeal emminent domain and the rights of the government to steal your land!He want to protect our privacy and personal liberties and constitutional rights form the Patriot Act. Fear breeds stupidity and allows us to give up everything we fought for over the years. People have died to up hold these freedoms.Should we allow governments to have such power to invade our personal freedoms .... hum sounds like things from a nazi who scared people into giving up freedom. Mr Fineman take back your attack on sucha fine man as Ron Paul he is better than all the other snakes in this campaign! Brenda Downingtown, PA

I didn't realize there were federal laws against prostitutuion. Dr. Paul simply wants to limit the role of the federal government to what the Constitution authorizes (which is what every liar in Congress has already sworn to do). Neither as a Congressman, nor a presidential candidate, does he have any opinion on prostitution. To claim such is just an inane attempt to paint Dr. Paul in a libertine, amoral light. This is clearly intended to draw attention away from all the valid positions the good doctor and so many Americans have in common.

I didn't realize there were federal laws against prostitutuion. Dr. Paul simply wants to limit the role of the federal government to what the Constitution authorizes (which is what every liar in Congress has already sworn to do). Neither as a Congressman, nor a presidential candidate, does he have any opinion on prostitution. To claim such is just an inane attempt to paint Dr. Paul in a libertine, amoral light. This is clearly intended to draw attention away from all the valid positions the good doctor and so many Americans have in common.

I didn't realize there were federal laws against prostitutuion. Dr. Paul simply wants to limit the role of the federal government to what the Constitution authorizes (which is what every liar in Congress has already sworn to do). Neither as a Congressman, nor a presidential candidate, does he have any opinion on prostitution. To claim such is just an inane attempt to paint Dr. Paul in a libertine, amoral light. This is clearly intended to draw attention away from all the valid positions the good doctor and so many Americans have in common.

I like to know what is Ron Paul's take on the massive corruption taken placed in the Family and Supreme Court handling matrimonial and child custody cases Nationwide. How Judges are selling their better judment and victimizing children, mothers and entire families. How the system that is supposed to protect victims is promoting child abuse and Domestic Violence