Rep. Paul Ryan at CPAC 2013: Obama and the Democrats are “Blowing Smoke” on the Budget – Complete Video 3/15/13

Dr. Benjamin Carson: Ryan Budget moves in the Right Direction – “Taxes are Getting Flatter” – Video 3/12/13

GOP Rep. Paul Ryan on 2016 Presidential Run: “I Literally Don’t Know. . . I’m Not Foreclosing any Opportunity” – Video 2/17/13

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I don’t think this is a Shermanesque statement he won’t run for President in 2016. He said “I don’t” think about a 2016 run, but then qualified with, “I just think it’s premature. . . I’ll decide later about that. . .”

GOP Rep. Paul Ryan on Possible 2016 Presidential Run: “I Just think it’s Premature. . . I’ll Decide Later about That” – Video 1/27/13

Here is video of Paul Ryan urging the use of American Energy resources to help create 12 millions jobs and put people back to work – “Coal, Natural Gas, Oil, Renewables.”

Paul Ryan Urges Use of American Energy Resources to Help Create 12 Million Jobs in Four Years – Video 10/27/12

Here is video of GOP Vice-Presidential Nominee Paul Ryan urging supporters to pray for fellow Americans in the path of Hurricane Sandy headed for the East Coast of the United States.

Paul Ryan Urges Prayer for Fellow Americans in the Path of Hurricane Sandy – Video 10/28/12

Paul Ryan Campaigned in Colorado Springs, Colorado yesterday, where he said about President Obama: “If he can’t change Washington, then I say we change Presidents.”

Paul Ryan on Obama: “If He Can’t Change Washington, then I Say We Change Presidents” – Video 10/21/12

Here is video of GOP Vice-Presidential Nominee Paul Ryan campaigning just outside Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania today where he hammered Barack Obama’s disastrous energy policies – including his War on Coal.

Paul Ryan Campaigns in Pennsylvania; Hammers Obama’s Disastrous Energy Policies – Video 10/20/12

Here is video of GOP Vice-Presidential Nominee Paul Ryan talking about the massive debt Barack Obama is piling up, a debt that will result in a “diminished future” for the next generation. Ryan pledged:

“It takes leadership to confront this. That’s what Mitt Romney and I are offering. We are not going to run away from these problems. We are going to run AT these problems, to solve these problems before they get out of our control. That’s what leaders do.”

Paul Ryan on Obama’s Debt: “It Takes Leadership to Confront this. . . We are Not Going to Run Away from these Problems. We are Going to Run AT these Problems, to Solve these Problems. . .” – Video 10/15/12

Here’s a report on the Mitt Romney/Paul Ryan rally held in Lancaster, Ohio yesterday, where they were met by thousands of enthusiastic supporters.

Mitt Romney, Paul Ryan Greeted by Thousands at Lancaster, Ohio Rally – Video Report 10/12/12

Here is Gov. Mitt Romney speaking at a rally in Virginia today where he said in last night’s Vice-Presidential Debate “there was one person on stage last night who was thoughtful and respectful, steady and poised, the kind of person you would want to turn to in a crisis – and that was the next Vice-President of the United States, Paul Ryan.”

As for Joe Biden, Romney said he “just attacked.”

Mitt Romney Says Joe Biden “Just Attacked” in VP Debate, while Paul Ryan was “Thoughtful and Respectful, Steady and Poised, the Kind of Person You Would want to Turn to in a Crisis” – Video 10/12/12

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Here is complete video of tonight’s only 2012 Vice-Presidential Debate between Vice-President Joe Biden and GOP Vice-Presidential Nominee Paul Ryan. The debat took place in Danville, Kentucky. ABC News’ Martha Raddatz was the Debate Moderator.

Review of the Debate/Reaction to the Debate

Complete Video of the 2012 Vice-Presidential Debate between VP Joe Biden and GOP VP Nominee Paul Ryan – 10/11/12

The one and only Vice-Presidential Debate of 2012 just ended, and it was one of the oddest debates in U.S. Political History. Both sides will say they won the debate, and I think both sides had their strong and weak moments. But what is perhaps going to be remembered most is Joe Biden’s totally disrespectful behavior toward Paul Ryan and the entire debate process. Biden smirked, laughed, interrupted and shouted all the way through the debate. When Ryan was talking, Biden frequently talked over him.

In the long run, I believe that will stand out, as Biden tried desperately to make up lost ground from President Obama’s decisive loss in the first Presidential Debate at the hands of Mitt Romney. The Left will believe he succeeded, and will likely be energized by his aggressive performance. But the question is, how will Biden’s behavior impact Independents and Democrats who are wavering on Obama. I don’t think his condescending behavior is going to win them the support they need to win.

At the end of the debate, Biden thanked the moderator, but gave no word of thanks to Paul Ryan. By contrast, Ryan went out of his way to graciously thank Biden as well as Moderator Martha Raddatz.

One word on the moderator: She asked a lot leading questions to help Joe Biden and, if you noticed, she would often interrupt Paul Ryan when he was in the middle of an answer. I actually think Biden was trying to goad Ryan into losing his cool – into reacting with anger and frustration. Ryan kept his composure and cool throughout – and by doing so, he succeeded.

In the end, the Left will be energized, and conservatives will be as well behind Paul Ryan. Neither man did their ticket any damage, and in the end, I believe Paul Ryan came across as imminently more likable and respectful than Joe Biden.

I’ll post some of the Twitter reaction below:

Vice-Presidential Debate Review: The Fiery Debate Dominated by the Disrespectful Behavior of Joe Biden – 10/11/12

Here is complete video of Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan in an interview last night with Sean Hannity.

Romney discussed his big debate victory over Barack Obama Wednesday night. He said he was glad that Moderator Jim Lehrer did a fine job asking questions that gave the candidates a chance to really share their views on the issues facing the nation.

Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan Interview with Sean Hannity; Discuss Romney Victory in First Presidential Debate – Complete Video 10/4/12


Here is video, via the liberal Huffington Post site, that shows Paul Ryan in 2011 describing what he called the “moral tipping point” facing America. Ryan said 20% of Americans get 75% of their income from the Federal Government – people Ryan called “dependent” on Government. Another 20% get 40% of their income from Government – “reliant” on Government folks, Ryan called them. But Ryan said America is still a center-right nation, and 70% of Americans still want the American Dream of self-reliance and independence, with only 30% wanting the “Welfare State.”

Those on the Left think this is scandalous talk from Ryan. I think he’s exactly right, and should be applauded for telling the truth. This election really is about what kind of country we want to be – a “Welfare State,” or a nation that still strives for individual freedom and personal responsibility.

Paul Ryan in 2011: America is at a “Moral Tipping Point” where We Could become a “Society of Takers, Not Makers” – Video

Here is audio of an interview Paul Ryan did today on radio where he said this election is a clear choice between two paths for America. Ryan said American voters can “stick with the President’s path” of dependency, “or you can choose a better future.”

That about sums it up.

Paul Ryan: Voters can “Stick with the President’s Path (of Dependency), or You can Choose a Better Future” – Audio 10/01/12

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