Pawlenty Will Run For President In 2012

By Derek Thomas


Former Minnesota two-term governor, Tim Pawlenty announced in Iowa that he will indeed seek the presidency in 2012. Many media outlets across the country believe Pawlenty could be a strong runner in the republican primary as his major challengers with similar ideologies appear not to be making a bid. He even secured Huckabee's old campaign manager, Eric Woolson, who signed on board to help the Pawlenty campaign.

Pawlenty stated during his speech earlier this week at the Iowa Faith and Freedom Coalition that if he can win two terms as governor in a liberal state like Minnesota, then he can be a viable candidate for the presidency of the United States. He quoted Frank Sinatra's "New York New York" by saying if he can make it in Minnesota then he can make it anywhere. He is a social conservative candidate that reflects the values of Christian conservatives and he also addresses the fiscal needs that American's are looking for. Pawlenty is married to Mary Pawlenty and they have two daughters, Anna and Mara. Although raised a Roman Catholic, he became an evangelical to match his wife's faith and regularly attends a Baptists church in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

Pawlenty is a religious conservative and will protect the sanctity of marriage if he were to be president of the United States. He disagrees with civil unions, gay marriage and would reenact the Don't Ask Don't Tell policy in the military. As governor he created a 24 wait law for women who apply to have an abortion, which was as much as he could accomplish in such a liberal leaning state. However Pawlenty has stated that the Roe V Wade verdict was ultimately the wrong decision. At a March for Life rally in 2006 he said, "We have a dream today that someday soon this will not be an anniversary of sadness, but an anniversary of justice restored."

The former Minnesota governor also made major strides to reform the budget crisis in his state by cutting spending and programs to ultimately wipe out the state's deficit. In his first term he didn't raise taxes a single cent, but managed to fix a 4.7 billion dollar state deficit. In his second term he cut government waste even further and reduced unnecessary programs to erase nearly 3 billion dollars of debt. His fight wasn't easy making these cuts as he had to face the popular DFL party, a faction of the Democratic Party. He squared off with them on budget concerns causing a shutdown of the state government in 2005.

Governor Pawlenty is in a strong 6th place among Tea Party favorite polls and the top five candidates ranking above him are likely not to run in the 2012 election. Currently Paul Ryan, a Wisconsin House of Representatives Republican is leading the poll; however he has said he will not make a bid in 2012. With many major candidates out of the way, it looks like Pawlenty is in a good position to win the nomination. He has proven that he can capture the votes of more centrist voters, all while appealing to the republican base and that is what it takes to win an election.




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Perfect Guides On How To Play DVD On Wii

By Patrick Clam


Kudos! Wii owners can now begin to make use of their game console to its fullest potential. Who would not want to get what they paid for in the first place right? You might be wondering what a Wii homebrew means? It simply refers to utilizing your Wii for other purposes than that being supported and allowed by the manufacturer itself.

So to put it simply, the homebrew entitles you to run software, to mention games and other applications that will allow your wii to recognize such apps, example playing DVDs and tons of other exciting applications. Nonetheless, because it is being restricted by the product manufacturer, damaging or voiding your warranty are always expected. You owe it to yourself to try to discover the alternatives that you can explore so you won't be left pondering what other features this console can provide you with.

Internet is indeed a great help when it comes to these innovations. Wii homebrew has thousands of exciting applications and this information can readily be accessed online. But before having to access these apps you need to unlock your wii with which you may need to get some help. It is wise to read reviews on this so you will be given ideas and tips before deciding to buy one unlocking system for yourself.

Now that you have taken the challenge, smart buyers opt for unlocking systems that offer these features, to mention, safe unlocking capability, has Installing Homebrew Applications and Games, able to play downloaded, backup, and imported games from the disc channel, moreso it should be able to turn your wii into ultimate media center that will enable it to have DVD and music playback plus the benefit of having an online technical assistance that can provide you step by step guidelines regarding this product.

Be glad that there are brilliant minds who thought of developing this software. Undoubtedly, homebrew lead to thousands of wonderful features for wii users. You should know that wii are not just confined to sole feature of homegaming only but tons of technical features are readily available and Wii DVD is just one of these!

Be in with the latest trend in the gaming world ! Be smart and aim to get what you have paid for. Say goodbye to costly game releases which you are dying to get hold of and pamper yourself with the great selections games and other apps your wii homebrew can definitely provide you.




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