Clarifying on Ron Paul

My comment about Ron Paul representing the future of the GOP polarized a few people, judging from responses I've received. Allow me to clarify a bit...

I'm not saying that Ron Paul needs to be the nominee in 2012 or 2016. What I'm saying is that by the time the next presidential election occurs, we need to be aligned with the vision of true conservatism. Rep. Paul is the current torchbearer within the GOP of Barry Goldwater's beliefs and philosophies. He doesn't pander to interest groups, be they religious or corporate in nature. He supports the Constitution, and the Constitution alone.