Bush: Thoughts?

[SomethingClever]

Since political threads seem to be all the rage, I'll add another.

I personally don't know anyone that supports Bush. But I live in a pretty liberal city, so that's probably why.

Since I've never really had a chance to converse with a Bush supporter, I'm very curious as to how they stand on various issues.

1) Stem cell research: For it or against it? And why?
2) Iraq war: Your thoughts.
3) Gay marriage: For it or against it? And why?
4) Birth control for 3rd world countries: Good thing or bad thing?
5) The environment: To what extent should we be policing corporations for violations?
6) Taxes: How much is too much? How much is too little? Who should pay the most? The least?
7) Military experience: Required to lead our country?
8) Religion: Are you religious? Do your beliefs influence your politics?

A note to those who might hijack this thread with Kerry-bashing: I haven't mentioned Kerry. I just want to hear the thoughts of the pro-Bush population on these topics. Feel free to bash Kerry in another thread.

Further disclaimer: Here are my thoughts.

1) For it. Not for cloning purposes, but to treat genetic diseases.
2) I feel somewhat deceived by Bush's justification for the war, but also that we can't simply evacuate the country at this point.
3) For it. Why not?
4) Abso-fricken-lutely a good thing. Teach 'em how to use it, too.
5) Heavily
6) Fewer loopholes for the rich and for corporations. I don't mind paying more as long as I know it's not being wasted.
7) No, and I think it's ridiculous that such a big deal is being made by both sides about both of the candidates records. I do think the Bush camp (including Cheney) is being particularly hypocritical in this area.
8) No, and they absolutely shouldn't. Separation of church and state, and all.