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Originally Posted by Brett Golden
But if Paul returns the money, he'll be violating his own stated principles of freedom for all, special rights for none, thus greatly disappoint many of his local supporters, who strongly believe in the US Constitution.
To deny financial contributions from any person, in effect, disinfranchises them, and prevents their equal participation in the election process.
I mean, if it's proper to refuse money from one group, then it should also be proper to refuse money from any group. Where will it end ??
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It can also be argued that if Paul keeps the money, he is violating his stated principals of freedom for all if the contributing group advocates special rights for one ethnicity over others. If, in his mind, this organization does advocate special rights, then Paul should refuse their sponsorship to remain consistent with his message.
Of course, this same litmus test, however, should also be placed on all of his other supporters as well
Additionally, I see no constitutional issue relative to voting rights effected by Paul's decision to accept money or not from any group or person