See Third Party Watch for a transcript of much of Ron Paul’s appearance on Meet the Press on December 23. Paul did not absolutely rule out running outside the Republican Party, but he said it is unlikely. He also asked host Tim Russert why Russert doesn’t ask the other major party presidential candidates that question. Paul specifically asked Russert why the press doesn’t ask John McCain that question. Russert seemed to accept that point and indicated he might do so in the future.
Paul emphasized that he hopes to win the Republican nomination.
RON PAUL IS A GREAT AMERICAN.
Not if he doesn’t run as an Independent or Third Party Candidate if he doesn’t get the republican nomination. Don’t get me wrong. He is my first choice for President. But what good is it if he talks the talk but doesn’t walk the walk?
Fellow Sheeps, its time we wake up. This is the only chance to save our nation. The only hope for America….Dr Ron Paul… an epitome of freedom,peace and liberty.
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It seems to me that the reason that Tim Russert has not asked that question of other “major party” candidates is because there is no need to do so. None of them have run for the presidential nomination of a smaller party – or as an independent – in the past. Furthermore, none of them (with the possible exception of Mr. Alan Keyes) has ever indicated any desire whatsoever to do so.