Ron Paul's Independent Streak

Personality
Despite his controversial and unorthodox views, Paul is consistently re-elected. One of his staff members explains this paradox: "So many times, people say to us, 'We don't like his vote.' But they trust his heart." Tim Delaney, an editor at a newspaper in Paul's district, says, "Ron Paul is a very charismatic person. He has charm. He does not alter his position ever. His ideals are high. If a little old man calls up from the farm and says, 'I need a wheelchair,' he'll get the damn wheelchair for him."