I do not know enough about the 2 cases that went to the Supreme Court (or about constitutional law for that matter), to know why the cases were decided the way they were, whether it was proper application of law, or bench legislation.

I think you should persist on asking him about the patriot act and write what you find, not just give up when he doesn’t answer in an open forum.
“the fact that he skipped over the Patriot Act and warrantless wiretaps, even though I asked about them as well.”
I’m pretty darn sure I already know his answer on the patriot act stuff but you seemed to want to know the answer, so if you really did use this chance, but perhaps you should ask him one on one if you’re worried about him giving an audience response. (Sounds like they’ll let you record it this time too)

James, that begs the question, who exactly is not subject to the jurisdiction of the United States while in the United States? So much effort has been put into Guantanimo to specifically keep the detainees out of US jurisdiction (a practice I don’t agree with). Two cases have been brought to the Supreme Court on naturalized citizens through birth. In both cases, it was upheld that they were citizens.

Long time supporter. Despite being active in the Republican party, I voted for you against Hatch (and would again).

I’m a Republican State Delegate who is planning to support Mike Lee at the convention on Saturday and, most likely, on the ballot in November. Given my choices, he’s the candidate I like best.

But I agree with you; despite some rather obnoxious (and fairly mitigatingly obvious imho) editing on the part of Bennett’s campaign and others, they really should allow recordings. If he gets elected, he can’t (and hopefully won’t try to!) control that kinda thing. Recording him now is a fair test of his ‘diplomatic’ skills, if you will.

I actually think he’s pretty impressive on his feet. He’s much more likely to say something thoughtful and substantial when thrown a curveball than most politicians I’ve studied. Even when I might disagree with him. And that’s saying something. He should tout that strength, not cower from the challenge.

That said, in this crazy week, I get where the campaign was coming from. I’m glad, however, that they’ve issued apologies so quickly.

The thing I was most impressed about was how you handled getting your video shut down and that you actually stayed and asked the candidate questions despite all the hullabaloo. You rock!

Best of luck.

– Spanish Fork GOP Delegate