There is a general problem among ALL candidates who are running for both parties, and that is lack of "revolutionary thinking." Just because the Republicans are concervative doesn't mean that their leader has to be a complete puppet! Most of the advancements that conservatives oppose would greatly benefit our nation (energy independence through alternative energies, fuel efficiency, stem cell research... even teaching kids about condoms in addition to abstinence), and a president who would push them through would allow the world to look at America as a leader once again. After the Bush disaster, the only two reasons the nations of the world listen to us are money and hope for a change in leadership.

Pavel Yarmolenko, Chapel Hill, NC

Giulani's campaign just died in the water.

Chris Gillibrand, Brussels in Exile, "Democratic" Belgium/ Europe

I have no doubt Rudy will indeed run out of gas and loose the primary. Moral issues are extremely important in the USA: Rudy's numerous divorces and rocky relationship with his children are cat that can't be kept in the bag. Furthermore, his status as a member of the Roman Catholic Church (and there are 48 million members in the USA) is extremely strained. It's a private matter, but I would imagine he and his wife cannot receive communion due to all the divorces: the Pope's decree about politicians further darkens the matter. Can we elect a guy to the US Presidency that can't even receive communion? No!

Napier F., Atherton CA, USA

I think the whole abortion subject has strayed away from the core issue. It has evolved with the nature of our society. It should be based on a belief that may have come from a religion, but is not defined by one. That belief is that no life, human or otherwise, is a burden. Old people, handicapped people, unwanted pregnancies, etc are all
considered burdens. Who are we to say that your "quality of life", or their "quality of life" is not acceptable? Soon will we say "Oh, he has diabetes! What kind of quality of life is that?" Or "She has chronic back pain. What kind of quality of life is that?" Should we dispose of them because they are an inconvenience? We have evolved into a society that throws out things when we are done with them. From milk cartons to aging pets. Unborn children are just litter out of the window on the highway of life. Hey folks, this isn't about being religious, or conservative, it's about taking care of people even when it is not easy. You do because it's right!

Kris Butcher, Vallejo, CA

I see it as a problem of "Faith vs Facts". Fact is
irrefutable; faith changes with fancies, pressure, persuation. The fact is : the history of the Christian,
(Catholic) church is reprhensible .
Our viewpoint of the observation of the facts changes with
advances in knowlege.

Jack, Estero, Florida, USA

Republicans need to find a better candidate than Giuliani or McCain if they want any hope of electing another President in 2008.
Giulani is from The Big Apple - the rest of America is the hinterlands to him, and thus unimportant. He is smart enough to campaign anywhere and everywhere, but don't expect him to listen to us yokels if he is elected: New Yorkers know what's best for everybody, and he has some "unique" and unorthodox connections.
McCain will say anything to get elected. He is a poll watcher with no thoughts, ideas, or beliefs of his own. Just go back over his record for the last ten years or so. Do we want a flip-flopper as president?

Arnie Stewart, Edgewater, Florida

The time to exercise "the right to choose", is before getting pregnant. "A woman's right to control her own body" is just a cover-up for retroactive birth control. Abortion may have been a useful tool in the doctor's bag at one time, but the free sex crowd has destroyed that.

John, Raleigh, NC

Giuliani may be the only smart choice for the Republicans; indeed, the ONLY canidate (Dems. included) who has the ability to truly draw votes from both the left and the right.
Giuliani has the ability to unite the country - regardless of where he stand on the abortion issue.

David, Houston,, Texas

If Giuliani is nominated it will destroy the Republican party. Principled conservatives like myself will fight his candidacy to the bitter end. He has declared war on us and on our values. This is a war that he will lose.

Daniel, Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Giuliani is mistaken if he thinks the only pro lifers are the Christian right. With over 99% of abortions done for reasons of convenance it dont take a genius to see it was all about killing for money, like this war!

Nemo, hamilton, mt

If the Republicans were smart, they would nominate Rudy Giuliani, as most of the country support a right to choose. I'm glad for the Republicans that at least one candidate will stand up for choice, even though a few of them would give you another answer off the record or behind closed doors! Even though I don't care for him myself, at least he has some conviction to stand up to the Christian Right.

Jason H. , San Diego, USA/ California

I never thought I'd say this, but way to go Rudy.

Moderate, Seattle,

If men could get pregnant abotion would be legal though the 8th month.

When a man has to risk his life to have a child he'll have a right to an opinion. Until then they all should shut up.

Adora, Nashville , TN USA

With all of the other issues facing our country and the world, today, how can we possibly let personal matters such as gay rights and abortion impact our choice of our next President? This is simply a tool for opponents to wield in the political battles. It matters little when compared to the real challenges a President must deal with. Why don't we let our people decide and act as their hearts tell them to? They do not need to have our government make all decisions for them.

David Welden, Powder Springs, Georgia

He'll never, ever be elected President as a Republican by endorsing the murder of the unborn. Won't get my vote!!

Walter Bruning, Oceanside, CA

A canidate with courage. He just got my vote!

scott, River, CA

Perhaps the Republican party will actually move into the 21st Century.

Claire, Ventura, CA