Wow! I am admittedly having trouble trying to enunciate the awesomeness of this speech. I’ve gone to the trouble of transcribing the entire speech for those of you who can’t watch it but to everyone else you must watch it. The transcription simply doesn’t do it justice. It may very well be one of the best speeches I have ever heard from Allen West.

I’m not kidding:

I bolded some exceptional lines:

Thank you for being here because this shows your commitment to your country. This shows your commitment to the principles and values upon which this country was established. And you know some of the things that people continue to ask me, they continue to ask me “well, why won’t you compromise, why won’t you negotiate?”. We’ll let me tell you something. Abraham Lincoln said very succinctly, he said “plant your feet in the right place and then stand firm”, and so I’m gonna be standing firm.

When I was a young Lieutenant and I was going through airborne school, the sergeant black hat said very simply: “If you set the bar low you jump low.” You did not send us up here to set the bar low. You sent us up here with some expectations. You sent us with a mandate. You sent us up here believing that we were here to do the things, to turn around this great ship of state called the United States of America. Because right now, this leaderless, rudderless ship is out in the maelstrom about to get tossed on the rocks.

And I’m sick and tired of hearing everyone talk about this great constitutional, conservative grass roots movement called the Tea Party. I am sick and tired of them trying to blame you, I am sick and tired of them trying to castigate you in a negative manner. No one says anything about Moveon.org; no one says anything about Organizing for America. You are what this country was founded upon and I am glad to be standing her with you.

We are not here to talk about shutting down the government. But if you want to know about shutting down the government, go right over there and talk to Chuck Schumer, go talk to Harry Reid, go down to 1600 Pennsylvania and talk to the President. We’re here to talk about the incredible fiscal irresponsibility.

And I gotta tell you something. Why would I want to sit down and compromise with people who enhanced this problem we have in America with the three years of deficit spending – 1.42 trillion, 1.29 trillion, 1.65 trillion. The debt in the past four years has gone up 5 trillion dollars. Why do I want to listen to people like that. Because I don’t think that they are going to give me any good solutions.

The bottom line is this: we have got to turn this ship around. I am not going to lower my standards, I am not going to do anything but stand upon the values you sent me up her for!

For twenty two years you asked me to do one simple thing. You asked me to always protect your life, liberty and pursuit of happiness. You asked me to guard the great symbols of this country. In November of 2010 you gave me the privilege and honor of to take off a uniform, put on a suit and tie and continue to serve you.

I will continue to protect you. I will continue to protect your life, liberty, and pursuit of happiness. I will not let you down!

God bless you all, God bless America, and thank you to the tea party.

(via SecularStupidest)




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79 comments
KKramer
KKramer

Allen West has shown himself over and over to be uniquely articulate and clear-thinking and knowledgeable about history. A real leader, too. Quite fearless.

Bdranoel
Bdranoel

and not a teleprompter in sight.

Liberty Roll
Liberty Roll

How can we get this man to run against Obama in 2012?? He would win hands down!

Marie
Marie

Allen West is a true American Patriot.

I love the strength of his convictions and his apparent love of America.

Lcs207
Lcs207

We need a strong candidate who supports our ideals n the 2012 election. Col. West is the best I've seen. Run Col. !!!!

Ray Farmer
Ray Farmer

another incomplete and hollow communication by someone who believes US history began in January 2009. I would love to read or here anything he commented on related to government spending and leadership prior to that date.

Ray Farmer
Ray Farmer

another incomplete and hollow communication by someone who believes US history began in January 2009. I would love to read or here anything he commented on related to government spending and leadership prior to that date.

Cheryl~
Cheryl~

He did not say he will not run...watch the video again...

Teacheru
Teacheru

He did not say it specifically, but he imply it. He admitted that he hasn't proved himself in the House of Representatives yet. I would love to see a Chris Christie/Allen West ticket in 2012, but I know that is wishful thinking. I am afraid we are stuck with a RINO next year.

Cheryl~
Cheryl~

Initially he definitely alluded to the fact that he hasn't proved himself but then he ended it with...but if God wills! So I took that as...well, I don't think I am ready but if God tells me to do it then I will...so I think it is still a possibility!

Cheryl~
Cheryl~

He did not say he will not run...watch the video again...

Letxequalx
Letxequalx

Castigation? How about social,political and economic exclusion-thats what they attempting to do to other groups they are ignorant, loud mouthed political bullies.most of them are retired that's why they have time to travel around. I wish they would all hurry up and die.

Kypopoloski
Kypopoloski

ALLEN WESR FOR PRESIDENT. PERIOD.

Tom
Tom

I hear ya BUT we have a problem. I live in Mississippi which is 37 percent black and 2 states over from FLA.

I know many blacks NOT ONE ever heard of Allen West ....... We need to get him known by the black community a lot of hard working blacks would enjoy his message BUT some how we need to get Him Known

Wayne Bauer
Wayne Bauer

Now you're getting it on. Lesten to Cain speeches side by side and educate your neighbors. Don't let media waste our time and money on elitist party followers. Let's pick and support now before washington media lead the party.

Robin Carmack
Robin Carmack

I love this man. He gets it and tells it just like it is.

rappini
rappini

I just saw and listened to a future POTUS.

Macwell
Macwell

An honorable man indeed. the only problem I can see is that the powers that be will not allow West to run. The people behind this great fleecing of America can not allow a man like Colonel West to gain power. He is the antithesis of the liberal mindset, and intelligent enough to understand what America needs. I pray for his safety, and I pray that he runs in 2012.

Dave Kawasaki
Dave Kawasaki

The powers that be would do well to remember Ceausescu.

Jasmine Clark
Jasmine Clark

forget biden, THIS is my vice president!!! (president palin) over any other choice, it's him!!! he's just amazing.

Persephone
Persephone

I would rather have West in the White House.

Palin would be great as Sec. of Energy....that is her area of expertise.

[And if she quits, it would not be an earth shattering thing.]

Jimlizmorg2
Jimlizmorg2

Awsome speech!! Not to many around taking a standing!!!

Josie
Josie

Let's hope that as he continues to speak out in DC others have the courage to hold themselves to a higher standard. Sure is great to hear at least one of them understands why and who put them in office. I really love listening to him. Hope he sticks around for a long time.

guest
guest

Rand Paul or Marco Rubio..... that's the "ticket"!

mel
mel

This guy makes me wish I was American. You are very fortunate to have him.

Jasmine Clark
Jasmine Clark

awww...

well we kinda have him... ^__^U he's not pres/vp yet... though i hope he will be!

Dave Kawasaki
Dave Kawasaki

This man will make a fine President - but first he'll make a fine VP.

Palin/West 2013--2021!!

restlesspatriot
restlesspatriot

Thank you, Allen West, a man of honor and courage. We need you now more than ever. Have the courage of George Washington and lead us to a new revolution.

TexasT
TexasT

Dang that was good! He's been listening to my conversations! After being called names by people in my own Republican party because I'm a Tea Partier, it feels good to hear Mr. West say those words. Hell, right here where I live, I was relegated to a lowly position because I am a Tea Partier. Let's talk about that! The Republican Party in my senate district couldn't ignore me because I continued to be faithful and helpful anywhere they needed me. I joined Republican groups and have done all kinds of volunteer work for the Republican Party. So, they decided to make me an officer of a particular Republican organization. Then, they found out I was a Tea Partier and man oh man, the shtf! I was told in no uncertain terms that the Republicans are where they are because of who they are! Not because of the Tea Party! I have to say, I'm pretty proud of myself! I showed amazing self control! Not one glass was thrown, not one insult was hurled by me! I kept right on doing what I was supposed to be doing. Yep! I think this soldier's ready! And I think Allen West is the man I'm gonna be voting for in the 2012 election.

Spirit
Spirit

I would like to defend myself from being put into the fawning category. I have followed Col. West for over a year and heard a dozen speeches, not one. While it is true we have not seen his votes or his strengths as a legislator with the difficult job of passing meaningful legislation, we who have been watching have had the opportunity to see his intelligence, wit, courage, integrity, and his core of honor.

You are correct, however, to warn (some others) against becoming "fans" of new politicians who have not proven their mettle on the political floor. That's what happened in 2008 for the highest office of the land: people became fans and forgot that their "savior" had but a brief, thin resume.

We who love Col. West and know he is a pillar of strength to help right the course of our country ought to refrain from making him a sex object or "star." I do not like him because he is gorgeous; I like him because of the truth that, with him, flows trippingly from the tongue, as Hamlet would put it.

Spirit
Spirit

I would like to defend myself from being put into the fawning category. I have followed Col. West for over a year and heard a dozen speeches, not one. While it is true we have not seen his votes or his strengths as a legislator with the difficult job of passing meaningful legislation, we who have been watching have had the opportunity to see his intelligence, wit, courage, integrity, and his core of honor.

You are correct, however, to warn (some others) against becoming "fans" of new politicians who have not proven their mettle on the political floor. That's what happened in 2008 for the highest office of the land: people became fans and forgot that their "savior" had but a brief, thin resume.

We who love Col. West and know he is a pillar of strength to help right the course of our country ought to refrain from making him a sex object or "star." I do not like him because he is gorgeous; I like him because of the truth that, with him, flows trippingly from the tongue, as Hamlet would put it.

debby
debby

Spoken like a true Military Man.

Nothing but respect for him.

debby
debby

As usual RS........awesomeness!!

Richard_l_hunter
Richard_l_hunter

Everytime I hear this man speaks, he makes me feel proud to be an American, my eyes water nearly tearing up, and I am more than ready to take on the left leaning, liberal, socialists, communists, and marxists who are all buried ball deep in the democratic ass.

mikemm
mikemm

But wait. Isn't important that he becomes a qualified "community organizer" before becoming President?

Eddie
Eddie

Hmmmmm...ACORN is a nut. It was organized by the BROWN CLOWN, And as we all know...birds of a feather flock together. If you lay down with dogs you WILL get up with fleas. What we have in the white house is a flea bitten Heinz 57 variety mongrel mutt with NO PAPERS ! Sounds like a trip in the back of a truck over to animal control for extermination ! Spay and neuter ALL liberals. We MUST rid our society of these liberal vermin. It's rather odd don't you think that we don't see these liberal nit wits trying to leave America and go to a communist/socialist country. I wonder why they don't ? If I'm sitting in a movie and I don't like it I get up and leave. I wish the liberals would.

DCG
DCG

Serious crush on this man...Go West!

Diablosho
Diablosho

Why couldn't he be running for president?!? When he does, he has my vote!

Constance
Constance

Great speech. I do like this guy.