Republican Party Ninth District Jay Neal

In September I will have the privilege of representing the 9th

Congressional District as a Delegate at the Republican National Convention. As I look forward to this Convention and the election in November, I cannot help but think that this may be one of the most pivotal elections in American History.

This election pits opposing approaches to governing. It is apparent the Democratic nominee will be Sen. Barak Obama, and we face the possibility of electing our most liberal President.

Sen. Obama recently said voters are looking for someone who will "solve their problems". A President who believes it is his responsibility to grow our Government to the level that it assumes the responsibility of solving individuals' problems is unacceptable.

Our next President may also nominate three Supreme Court Justices. That fact in itself may be the greatest impact our next President will have. Sen. Obama will appoint activist judges who view the Constitution as a living organism to be adjusted according to Societal demands.

"When we get in a tussle, we appeal to the Founding Fathers and the Constitution's ratifiers to give direction. Some, like Justice Scalia, conclude that the original understanding must be followed and if we obey this rule, democracy is respected.

Others, like Justice Breyers, insist that sometimes the original understanding can take you only so far--that on the truly big arguments, we have to take context, history, and the practical outcomes of a decision into account.

I have to side with Justice Breyer's view of the Constitution--that it is not a static but rather a living document and must be read in the context of an ever-changing world. " The Audacity of Hope, by Barack Obama.

Obama may be the fulfillment of modern liberalism. Explaining why many working class voters are "bitter," he said they "cling" to guns, religion and "antipathy to people who aren't like them" because of "frustrations."

The voting strength of conservative evangelicals has impacted the outcome of the last two Presidential Elections, and I believe may very well be the key in 2008 as well. I have heard uneasiness from some of my conservative, evangelical friends. There are those who allow their disagreements with Sen. McCain to overshadow their areas of commonality. When people are not excited about the candidates, they tend to be less motivated to go to the polls and cast their vote.

As a conservative, evangelical voter I will proudly stand with John McCain and vote for his nomination at our National Convention. I will then go to the polls on November 4 and cast my vote for President. For the sake of our country, please join me and cast your vote for Sen. John McCain on Nov. 4. We cannot afford to allow voter apathy among conservatives to usher in Sen. Barak Obama's brand of change.

Rep. Jay Neal pastors a church in LaFayette, GA and represents parts of Walker and Catoosa Counties in the Georgia General Assembly. He is currently serving his second term.

Quick Fact: In the November 2008 election cycle, there will be a record number of Republicans on the ballots in the 15 counties that comprise the 9th Congressional District of Georgia..