HONEST AND REFRESHING

New Jersey Republican governor Chris Christie has only been in office a few months but he’s already leaving his mark on politics. During the Obama Era, Americans have come to expect their political leaders to be constantly moderating their positions, always apologizing, frequently flip-flopping, persistently pandering and constantly cultivating the ever elusive consensus position. So when Governor Christie addressed a reporter’s question about his supposed combative and confrontational tone, the governor responded with a classic comeback. After watching this honest and refreshing video, I thought about President Obama campaigning enthusiastically for Christie’s opponent former New Jersey Governor Jon Corzine, last November.

Since taking office, Governor Christie has attacked his state’s massive deficit with spending cuts instead of tax increases and he has declared war on over-paid, under-performing teachers. The teachers' unions have picketed, protested and disparaged the governor but he’s standing his ground. His approval ratings have taken a hit, conservative principles of less government and lower taxes don’t always lead to immediate popularity. They always lead to lasting growth and prosperity. I’ve always believed that conservatism isn’t an ideology for the weak willed and faint of heart, conservatism demands toughness, strength and boldness. Those are qualities that Chris Christie is using to turn New Jersey around.