Has Glenn Beck missed the “come to Jesus moment” in the Republican Party?

Posted by The Right Scoop on February 22nd, 2010 in Uncategorized | 33 Comments

Mark Levin first tweeted this article by American Thinker today as what I’m guessing is a prelude to his show tonight. You should read the whole article as it is much longer than what I am quoting:

So I just have to ask: what Republican Party has Beck been watching the past year?

The following lines from his CPAC address — which are the lines the media have been spreading as his theme — are simply baffling:

“I have not heard people in the Republican Party admit yet that they have a problem. I haven’t seen the Come-To-Jesus moment from Republicans yet.”

Huh? Is he serious?

Has he not heard about Marco Rubio? Rubio is now up 12 points on Charlie Crist among GOP voters. That sounds to me like a lot of Florida Republicans admit there’s a problem.

What about Governor Chris Christie in New Jersey? The lesson he is teaching the New Jersey legislature this week about government spending could have come straight off of Beck’s blackboard. He should be proud of this. Why is he ignoring it?

Has he not heard about J.D. challenging John McCain in the Arizona primary? Say what you will about J.D, but the idea that a 30-year incumbent is facing a serious primary challenge indicates that some Republicans are admitting they have a problem.

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And let’s not forge the tea parties. There’s a lot of anger there at Republicans, but much of it is from Republicans who have had their “come to Jesus” moment apparently.

I could go on. This is bewildering.

I don’t find it bewildering at all and I think C. Edmund Wright may be missing Beck’s point. While I completely agree that the Republicans are night and day different than the hard leftist statists who want to make America into their socialist wet dream, they still have a record as being big spenders. Take Paul Ryan for example. Here’s a guy who is being touted as the next up and coming true conservative who people want to run for President in 2012/2016. Admittedly I’ve heard him promote some very fiscally conservative ideas but when I look at his voting record, I am dismayed. He voted for the Prescription Drug bill in 2003, TARP, the GM bailout, and capping CEO pay. Are you kidding me? Give me Mike Pence how has a consistent record of voting no to all of the above.

But what I think Wright is missing here is that Beck’s criticism is of the Republican party establishment. He sites in his article all of these people who are either running against the establishment or are not even a politician. If the establishment has had this “come to Jesus moment” that Wright suggests they have, then why did the NRSC push Crist over Rubio even though Crist supported the stimulus package? Why did the Republican establishment, including Newt Gingrich, pick Scozzafava in the NY23 and spend a million dollars on her campaign when she looked exactly like a democrat, and you had Doug Hoffman running as a true fiscal and social conservative? It’s because they are still the big tent, big spending, moderate republican establishment that has helped to get us into this fiscal mess.

They need to repent and they need to do it for the right reasons.

Again, yes the Republicans are very different from the agenda the Obama administration is pushing, but that will only help in the short term. At a time when our debt is about to equal our GDP, we need congressmen who understand that and are willing to take the tough measures on cutting spending and programs, like Chris Christie is doing in New Jersey, so that we can be a self sustaining republic again. If we don’t find and elect those people who truly understand the gift of America that was given to us by our founding fathers, then there is little hope that will be ever be great again.

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davidegregory

I agree with your analysis. While we seem to be seeing some more conservative candidates who are Republicans, the party itself, which Beck speaks about, still is not showing itself consistently conservative. The party apparatus has not yet had its come-to-Jesus moment even if many of the party members have. And even so, I agree with Missouri, “Show Me!” Don't just talk a good game, let's see some results.
davidegregory

I agree with your analysis. While we seem to be seeing some more conservative candidates who are Republicans, the party itself, which Beck speaks about, still is not showing itself consistently conservative. The party apparatus has not yet had its come-to-Jesus moment even if many of the party members have. And even so, I agree with Missouri, “Show Me!” Don't just talk a good game, let's see some results.
davidegregory

I agree with your analysis. While we seem to be seeing some more conservative candidates who are Republicans, the party itself, which Beck speaks about, still is not showing itself consistently conservative. The party apparatus has not yet had its come-to-Jesus moment even if many of the party members have. And even so, I agree with Missouri, “Show Me!” Don't just talk a good game, let's see some results.
davidegregory

I agree with your analysis. While we seem to be seeing some more conservative candidates who are Republicans, the party itself, which Beck speaks about, still is not showing itself consistently conservative. The party apparatus has not yet had its come-to-Jesus moment even if many of the party members have. And even so, I agree with Missouri, “Show Me!” Don't just talk a good game, let's see some results.
jbluv

I'm with you Scoop, when Glenn said, “I have not heard people in the Republican Party admit yet that they have a problem. I haven’t seen the Come-To-Jesus moment from Republicans yet.” my understanding is, Beck points to the incumbent republicans who are in office or who left in office, admit they made mistakes! I don't think Beck meant to send his message to newly elected Republican officials such as Chris Christie, Marco Rubio, Scott Brown, etc. In fact, if I remembered it right, Beck phraise Chris Christie for doing what is right in New Jersey.

I guess, others just can't wait to take a ride on Glenns popularity.
jbluv

I'm with you Scoop, when Glenn said, “I have not heard people in the Republican Party admit yet that they have a problem. I haven’t seen the Come-To-Jesus moment from Republicans yet.” my understanding is, Beck points to the incumbent republicans who are in office or who left in office, admit they made mistakes! I don't think Beck meant to send his message to newly elected Republican officials such as Chris Christie, Marco Rubio, Scott Brown, etc. In fact, if I remembered it right, Beck phraise Chris Christie for doing what is right in New Jersey.

I guess, others just can't wait to take a ride on Glenns popularity.
jbluv

I'm with you Scoop, when Glenn said, “I have not heard people in the Republican Party admit yet that they have a problem. I haven’t seen the Come-To-Jesus moment from Republicans yet.” my understanding is, Beck points to the incumbent republicans who are in office or who left in office, admit they made mistakes! I don't think Beck meant to send his message to newly elected Republican officials such as Chris Christie, Marco Rubio, Scott Brown, etc. In fact, if I remembered it right, Beck phraise Chris Christie for doing what is right in New Jersey.

I guess, others just can't wait to take a ride on Glenns popularity.
jbluv

I'm with you Scoop, when Glenn said, “I have not heard people in the Republican Party admit yet that they have a problem. I haven’t seen the Come-To-Jesus moment from Republicans yet.” my understanding is, Beck points to the incumbent republicans who are in office or who left in office, admit they made mistakes! I don't think Beck meant to send his message to newly elected Republican officials such as Chris Christie, Marco Rubio, Scott Brown, etc. In fact, if I remembered it right, Beck phraise Chris Christie for doing what is right in New Jersey.

I guess, others just can't wait to take a ride on Glenns popularity.
thunderstruck

Spot-on… Beck was obviously referring to the party establishment.

Is it just me, or does some of the team seem a little jealous of Glenn these days?
thunderstruck

Spot-on… Beck was obviously referring to the party establishment.

Is it just me, or does some of the team seem a little jealous of Glenn these days?
thunderstruck

Spot-on… Beck was obviously referring to the party establishment.

Is it just me, or does some of the team seem a little jealous of Glenn these days?
thunderstruck

Spot-on… Beck was obviously referring to the party establishment.

Is it just me, or does some of the team seem a little jealous of Glenn these days?
http://www.foster970.com foster970

First, Beck isn't a republican, and doesn't need to shill for them, Too me it shows the arrogance of the hard line republicans, “How dare he say we are doing this or that”
That article was a joke, and I dont think they get it. It isn't the republicans its the progressives in both parties beck is pointing at
http://www.foster970.com foster970

First, Beck isn't a republican, and doesn't need to shill for them, Too me it shows the arrogance of the hard line republicans, “How dare he say we are doing this or that”
That article was a joke, and I dont think they get it. It isn't the republicans its the progressives in both parties beck is pointing at
http://www.foster970.com foster970

First, Beck isn't a republican, and doesn't need to shill for them, Too me it shows the arrogance of the hard line republicans, “How dare he say we are doing this or that”
That article was a joke, and I dont think they get it. It isn't the republicans its the progressives in both parties beck is pointing at
http://www.foster970.com foster970

First, Beck isn't a republican, and doesn't need to shill for them, Too me it shows the arrogance of the hard line republicans, “How dare he say we are doing this or that”
That article was a joke, and I dont think they get it. It isn't the republicans its the progressives in both parties beck is pointing at
tyknee

I always take Glen to mean “the leadership of the Republican Party” and not all “members of the Republican party” when he says that. How have Michael Steele, John McCain and Lindsey Graham changed?

And I agree with the above poster about Gingrich and Hoffman/Scozzafava situation as well.
tyknee

I always take Glen to mean “the leadership of the Republican Party” and not all “members of the Republican party” when he says that. How have Michael Steele, John McCain and Lindsey Graham changed?

And I agree with the above poster about Gingrich and Hoffman/Scozzafava situation as well.
tyknee

I always take Glen to mean “the leadership of the Republican Party” and not all “members of the Republican party” when he says that. How have Michael Steele, John McCain and Lindsey Graham changed?

And I agree with the above poster about Gingrich and Hoffman/Scozzafava situation as well.
tyknee

I always take Glen to mean “the leadership of the Republican Party” and not all “members of the Republican party” when he says that. How have Michael Steele, John McCain and Lindsey Graham changed?

And I agree with the above poster about Gingrich and Hoffman/Scozzafava situation as well.
http://blog.stixblog.com stix1972

Totally agree.
http://thehayride.com/ The Hayride

Agreed. Bill Bennett said something relatively similar in National Review yesterday. You're correct, though, that Beck's criticism of the GOP is going to remain valid until the party is run by the Jim Demints, Tom Coburns and Mike Pences and the Lindsey Grahams and John McCains clearly don't represent the party's leadership. Things have improved, but this process is clearly not complete.

More on this: http://thehayride.com/2010/02/the-bill-bennett-…
rikvind

Clearly, the thing is that currently NO ONE can be sure that GOP retaking power will lead to radical cut spending and consistent tax lowering. Even if main GOP leaders start to perform repentance and “come to Jesus” acts these will hardly be believable if looking up their past record they show no real conversion.
http://profiles.yahoo.com/u/R2ZTIY7SVDLPER2E3RFH5K42BI Robert

Republican Establishment – “How dare you try to hold us to some sort of standard! How dare you support primary opponents to our People In office! How dare you not fall in line with our hand picked people to run for positions!”

You know that doesn't sound like they get it to me. At Least Beck uses history and events in his own life that people can understand and relate too instead of High Minded Rhetoric that is devoid of meaning or arcane economic language that requires a calculator and a laptop. Using a Chalkboard to write and illustrate connections is brilliance because it is simple and easy to comprehend. Here are these ideas and this is what they mean.
http://profiles.yahoo.com/u/AWFGBE25JI3KM6S6OFRTR2Z2KA bluesingincat

I agree. I think Rush and others who seem a bit offended for Glenn Beck's comments at CPAC are missing the point. Although I admire Rush and Levin a great deal, the Republican party, in my opinion, has not had a complete conversion. They are waking up, but we have seen this before. We shouldn't have to give the Republican party a spanking every 8 to 10 years to “remind” them of what they should stand for. This is why we have had to face this very same issue time and time again. Yes, there are good Republicans who haven't strayed far from the core values of the party, and some who now are supporting and representing the concerns of the people, but that does not equal a “come to Jesus moment”. Beck is right. I seem to remember that very little credence was given to the Tea Party movement from the majority of Republican Senators at first. Now we see Republicans willing to listen to the American people who associate themselves with the Tea Party movement. The Republicans want to ride the tail of this movement now, but what about later? Conservatives need to hear that the Republican party is aware that they carry some guilt for the state of our nation. They have not stood strong against progressivism in the past, they have not been fiscally responsible, and they have tolerated far too much of this from the other side. It was maddening. I will take a Republican over a Democrat any day of the week, but lately it has been hard to differentiate between the two. A year ago, the Republican party was still talking about needing a “bigger tent”. “We the people” had to scream our bloody heads off to get the attention of the politicians and the White House, to make them listen. We NEVER should have had to scream to get the attention of our own party. Never. The Republicans NEED a “come to Jesus” moment. Almost anybody will listen and consider an argument when they are being screamed at. It doesn't mean they will continue to behave in the best interest of the people when the screaming stops, unless they have an epiphany. I want to see the Republican party epiphany. Don't kill the messenger Rush.
NAPP

I agree with Beck, I also have heard nothing pertaining to there actions, when they where misguided. In Order to resolve any issue you must first define the problem, if you went down the wrong road, You must be up front about it. An apoligy is not needed for me, But you have to at least tell me you know you strayed downed the wrong path.
rebart

What a dumb comment. This idiot can't tell the difference between Rubio and the Republican party. The Republican part is a mess. Maybe they are beginning to see that.

Mark Levin is a shrill-voiced loudmouth who isn't fit to shine Glenn Beck's shoes. He's the only conservative talk show host who bad-mouths other conservatives. I can't stand to hear him talk. He's as arrogant and egotistical as he is loud mouthed.
Robert R Smith

..absolutely, to talk a talk is nothing, but to walk the walk is another story….these “conservative” talking heads never give any real solutions to anything, Glenn does sometimes…are they not allowed to give solutions, or are they shooters of gasoline set up to fuel the flames of every lunatic in the country…and that goes for the progressives as well. Why can't we all agree that the Federal government needs to fire and release contracts with employees, why are these people allowed to maintain status quo while the true taxpayer has no say in anything…it's time to change that and I think Mr Beck is right on…
http://profiles.yahoo.com/u/AWFGBE25JI3KM6S6OFRTR2Z2KA bluesingincat

Reply to myself: Moments ago Sen. Scott Brown voted in favor of Reid's “jobs bill”. Sarah Palin endorses John McCain for another term in office. I guess Glenn Beck is right. The Republican party has not had their “come to Jesus” moment.
Rogert R Smith

..well what would you expect when the idea of a conservative is someone who just doesn't want as much government intrusion…
Robert R Smith

definition of a Conservative today..someone who doesn't want as much government intrusion as a progressive
Tyler

I think the rest of the posters to this point have summed it up pretty well. I think Beck HIT A NERVE. Aww…poor little babies. Well…sometimes people NEED CONSTRUCTIVE CRITICISM. That's all there really is to it. C'mon, now.

Has Glenn Beck missed the “come to Jesus moment” in the Republican Party?

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