GraniteGrok has a full-service woodshed. We’ll take anyone out there and give them a verbal thrashing regardless of political party or lack thereof. Democrats often, Republicans, almost as much. Everyone else, as needed. The Principles are more important.
We’ll also share praise – time and interest permitting – and Op-Eds for or against any Republican. So where are they? We are in the heat of a presidential primary and taking flack from all directions, but no one is able to articulate their support for these candidates?
We’ve seen a few, but far too few, and I’d like you to know that it is okay to write in support of your preference (email steve@granitegrok.com). We will publish it on these pages.
Perception vs Reality
I get that we (appear to) have more alleged Trump support on our voluntary staff, but I think this has created a perception that we’re not open to anything or anyone else. Hogwash. Poppycock. Bunk, rubbish, nonsense, baloney, and balderdash. No one has endorsed anyone, nor has the site stepped up to do the same. We may not, but we’d still want to share your thoughts even if we had.
They are welcome, and I have published every Op-Ed we have received in support of presidential contenders, including one promoting RFK Jr., but they have been few and far between.
If you think Trump is a stooge, send us an Op-Ed explaining why.
If Pence, Christie, Burgam, Ramaswamy, Haley, or Hutchins is the girl or guy, send us an op-ed praising their benefits.
I am also inclined to remind everyone that in 2016, we were not in for Trump until after the nomination when the alternative was Hillary – and cautions even then until proven otherwise. And, like the guy or not, he got some good stuff done and did the nation and the world a few favors. That does not mean he was flawless or that the field of contenders he is a part of does not include the next better candidate.
Instead of getting mad and storming off – refusing ever to set your eyes upon our pages again becasue no one is promoting your candidate (yes, that happens) – maybe you should step up and get that ball rolling. We will give you the same access to our readers that our authors enjoy.
If you are not articulate enough, encourage someone like-minded who is because our authors and readers are not monolithic. They enjoy the debate.
So start one.
