U.S. District Judge John Gibney ruled in favor of keeping presidential candidates Perry, Gingrich, Huntsman and Santorum off the Virginia primary ballots. Fair is fair and the rules apply to all. by J.Wright
(libertarian)
Saturday, January 14, 2012
We as the public are told many things by our elected officials and news media. There are times that we are told what we want to hear and then other times, not so much. Most of all we are told things that have either a spin in it or exception that we never hear of…until it happens. We all have watched the news and notice a particular story just to find out, the story is misleading and you no longer have a joyful interest in the segment. Then there is the exception rule. I find the exception rule to be one of the most disheartening actions out there. We tend to set rules, laws, and regulations to give guidelines to all but; there is always some (company or individual) to whom the rules, laws, and regulations do not apply. The exception rule, I speak of, has also been known as, the buddy system.
As one glances around the internet, you will find many people upset about the Virginia courts ruling on the Republican candidates. Although I do not know for certain, I assume many of these angry citizens are supporters of one of the candidates not on the ballot. U.S. District Judge John Gibney ruled in favor of keeping presidential candidates Perry, Gingrich, Huntsman and Santorum off the Virginia primary ballots. There are rules, requirements, and timelines that must be met to get your name on a voting ballot and these candidates did not meet them.
Although clearly these candidates did not do enough to be represented, on the Virginia ballot, they decided to challenge the rules. Now there is no surprise that political figures would request to be exempt from the rule but, what I found to be truly surprising is…the court said NO. There has been more than one court case that appeared to be won with money and power and I am glad to see that did not happen in this case. For once it looks like the rules apply to everyone. It appears that there may be a small victory for a taste of justice. I understand there will be those people who deem the rule unfair. My response to that is…it’s the rule. I will be the first to admit that there are many rules in place in our country that I do not agree with but, it is the rule. If you and I have to abide by the rules then why should not the popular, powerful, and rich? So to the disappointed supporters of these candidates; you just took one for the good guys and for that I thank you. After all fair is fair, correct?
To argue that it is unfair for these candidates to not be on the ballot is to fight for the status quo. Is it fair until your guy gets snubbed? Perhaps these supporters should consider another alternative. If the candidate cannot complete the tasks needed to run for Presidency, can they complete the President’s tasks? I know some people are shaking their heads but, it is now a valid question. If nothing else maybe they lack the organization needed or the ability to prioritize effectively enough to be the leader of our nation. Regardless of the candidates and their pursuit of the white house in November, we witnessed a small victory for justice in January.
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