Our Platform for Outlining Colorado’s Future

Pros of a Rubio Presidency Economic Stewardship : Critics argue that Democrats haven't efficiently balanced the deficit. Rubio has proposed fiscal policies aimed at reducing government expenditure, potentially reducing the deficit. Incentives for Success : Some believe that Rubio's policies favor the successful and discourage wasteful spending, promoting economic growth. Diversification of the Presidency : Having the first Hispanic Republican president could disrupt patterns of racial party alliance and stimulate balanced representation across parties. Family Values : Rubio, a father of four, could bring a family-oriented perspective to his presidency. Cons of a Rubio Presidency Lack of Executive Experience : Rubio served as a Senator, but critics argue that gubernatorial experience could better prepare a candidate for the presidency. Leadership Questions : Some critics question whether Rubio has demonstrated leadership on major issues. Further Exploration For more in-depth dis...

Reasons Reasons to agree : + The democrats have not done a good job balancing the deficit.  Democrats buy votes by promising more and more free stuff. Democrats demonize those who are successful.  The democrats reward bad behavior. The democrats punish good behavior.  The democrats protect monopolies.  The democrats waste money we don't have. The democrats play identity politics.  The democrats bad policy for public sector unions. Reasons to disagree :  - Leave a comment so I can add a reason. Score : # of reasons to agree: +9 # of reasons to disagree: -0 # of reasons to agree with reasons to agree: +0 # of reasons to agree with reasons to disagree: -0 Total Idea Score: +9 Don't like the score? It is easy to change the score. Just post a reason to agree or disagree with the overall idea, or any of the reasons and the score will change. =============================================================== Images Images that agree : + This image is a valid rea...

Reasons to agree : + LDS Church Leaders made a mistake when they advocated the practice of Polygamy . LDS Church leaders have often prophesied things that did not happen . +2 The treatment by LDS leaders to Black men indicates that the church is not inspired  +0 Whenever the LDS Church changes doctrine, they admit they made a mistake in the past.  The LDS Church has changed doctrines too much for people to worry about following it .  LDS Church Leaders made a mistake when they taught the Adam-God Theory.  LDS Church Leaders made a mistake when they said the Catholic Church was the "Great and Abominable Church of Satan".  LDS Church Leaders made a mistake when they denied blacks the priesthood until 1978. LDS Church Leaders made a mistake when they prevented women from giving prayers in Sacrament meetings until 1978.  Reasons to disagree: Inspiration does not mean infallibility: LDS Church leaders, being human, are susceptible to making mistakes. These mista...

Reasons to agree : + There are biological differences in gay men and lesbians Biological differences in gay men and lesbians have been observed, suggesting a genetic component. Studies show that sexual orientation is not a choice. Discrimination based on sexual orientation violates human rights and promotes inequality. Reasons to disagree :  - Some believe that sexual orientation is influenced by environmental factors and upbringing. Some religious or cultural beliefs argue against homosexuality, leading to discrimination. Books that agree : + "Gay, Straight, and the Reason Why: The Science of Sexual Orientation" by Simon LeVay "The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion" by Jonathan Haidt Books that disagree : - "Homosexuality and the Politics of Truth" by Jeffrey Satinover Scriptures that agree : + Galatians 3:28: "There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are ...