A dear colleague of mine brought to my attention a piece written on Human Events’ internet blog.  Human Events’ reporters have the distinct privilege and opportunity to report on the state of the conservative movement on a daily basis.  They not only report amidst the hustle and bustle that is known as “inside the beltway” but also live their personal lives there as well.  So it is of no surprise that one Human Events reporter took great notice in the personal character of Indiana Congressman Mike Pence.  Here is that article. 

It's What You Do When No One Is Watching
By: Amanda B. Carpenter

I'll admit, I am biased. My college town of Muncie, Indiana is in Rep. Mike Pence's district and I had the pleasure of meeting with his campaign staff on one occasion last year.

Now that's out of the way, walking down First Street last night, in the middle of a drizzling rain, I passed the Congressman also walking in the rain with what appeared to be a younger staffer.

Mr. Pence, who Human Events voted the number one up and coming House conservative two weeks ago, was holding an umbrella for his companion leaving his own highly recognizable white head to soak.

I can't say I was surprised to see such an act of kindness, but it's certainly pleasant to see such a humble act by such a busy elected official unexpectedly.

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My dear friend Amanda understands that it is the personal character of an individual that produces principled leadership.  It is not what you do or say when your colleagues are around or when the television cameras are pointed at you.  But rather it is the little thoughtful things one does to consistently put others before themselves, regardless if anyone notices.  Mike Pence truly embodies the humble servant leader as he not only proclaims conservative values and principles in the public arena, but he lives them out on a daily basis.

One of the most common things that people say when describing Pence is that he is “The Real Deal.”  People who have met him personally or heard him speak can immediately sense his authenticity and sincerity.  Mike Pence is the genuine article of conservative leadership as he passionately proclaims and lives out his Christian conservative worldview. 

Ladies and Gentleman, like I constantly proclaim, our nation is no longer in need of a political leader, but rather in need of a spiritual leader.  We need a man of genuine faith who can lead our nation to restore and reclaim the American principles of limited government and traditional moral values that our Founding Fathers boldly laid as our nation’s foundation.  The Lord continues to lift up Mike Pence as he sacrifices daily to serve the great citizens of our nation.  And it is through this dedicated service that he has effectively advanced the conservative movement waving high the banner of individual liberty, personal responsibility, and sanctity of life. 

As Pence remains optimistic not only in our most cherished principles but also in the American people, we too must remain steadfast in our pursuit for freedom.  The American system is only as strong as her people.  We must be aware that our system is being weakened because it has been over-run by self-seeking career politicians.  Pence does not fit that mold as he only seeks to serve Jesus Christ and the American people.  We must not take for granted his brilliant service, but rather supplement his efforts with our own individual sacrifices to stand by his side in strengthening the conservative movement. 

When a man makes a principled stand, those who take notice and hear the calling, will too take that stance along side him.  My fellow Americans, it is time for us to take notice of Mike Pence, it is time for us to head to that calling, and it is time for us to take that stance along side of our heroic captain whose humble mission is to right our ship back to the promising principles of limited government and traditional moral values that have seen our country through and through. 

God Bless