Yep.

Many times we find ourselves making decisions about policy, whether in public or private life, without having our principles firmly in place first. This can lead to contradictory policy decisions...

For instance:

"The one thing that has struck me, though, is how frantic the Dems are to save the automobile manufacturers when so many of their other efforts are aimed at destroying the car."

Of course, it doesn't help to have principles if you are afraid to act on them. (Think "Republicans.")

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