(08-01-2015 04:09 PM)blunderbuss Wrote: No because there's a lot more at stake than just president.
I will say this, If Jeb gets the nod, I see no difference between him and Hillary. If Bush is the Republican and somebody like Paul, Cruz or maybe Trump decides to run 3rd party I'll vote for them instead.
Trump -- is a cartoon character and if he is the best the Republicans have then prepare for Hillary.
Cruz -- doesn't have the temperament to be President and represents the Tea Party nuttiness that has hijacked the Republican Party
Paul -- there are no perfect candidates and his temper tantrums should void him from being President but as center left "liberal" I like some of the things he stand for. I guess you and I can't share a beer when I travel to ECU this Fall ;^)
Bush -- he was an effective Republican Governor in my home state...as much as that pains me to say. The guy is smart and has a better world view that is needed to guide our diverse country.
L. Graham -- lots to like about his foreign policy position in Western Europe and abroad in general. However he is just saber rattling on the Iran deal....
Fmr Gove Huckfinn -- no way he can win and he is just building his conservative stred cred/brand to earn him another 5-7 years as "leading conservative" thinker on FixNews for a couple million/year. Must be nice to make that kind of dough for a couple hours a fearmongering a week; he is either a liar or suffering from Alzheimer's based on his juxtaposition on how to deal with Iran.
BTW...I think I'd rather vote for Sanders than Hillary...not sure he can win but can be a thorn in her side. Her political leanings seem "manufactured"....if that makes sense and has no true sense of true self. Say what you will about Obama, but he got his agenda that was important to him and made impact. Longterm US healthcare will be better for the work started in his administration. We should haven't have health disparities based on economic standing and we shouldn't have to throw up our hands in trying to eliminate the fraud and waste of the former system. Instead of Repeal or Replace....the mantra for Dems and Reds should be to Repair.
I'll just say this: until we have legitimate campaign finance reform, where candidates are free to be themselves and truly represent the people instead of their PAC sugardaddies....American Politics is going to be like watching a bad reality shows. Shameful how we conduct our politics...on both sides.
