GOP debate

The Don said:
GOP Debate is hilarious.

Rubio and Rand going on it.

Cruzbot, Rubiobot, and Fioribot are continuing to be boring.

Jeb is Jeb which is non interesting.

Trump vs. Kasich continues.

Carson continues awkwardness.

Kasich still looks like the only sane, most pragmatic, and most logical on that stage.
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You can tell he is just beside himself that Trump is making a mockery of this whole thing.
 
CrimsonCowboy said:
Uh oh. Kasich just defended bailouts. And the crowd did not like. He has been quite annoying tonight.
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Bank bailouts made nobody happy, generally speaking. For me, it was more because there was little accountability and meaningful regulation that followed. But it's a great example of an unappealing thing that would have been economically insane not to do. Another example of Kasich being basically same and pragmatic and getting treated like the weirdo in the room for it (see also mass immigration, border fence, 10% flat tax.)
 
Rand came out strong tonight... too bad republicans hate when someone suggests being fiscally responsible on defense
 
weso1 said:
I learned it's not important at all. Resume is relatively meaningless.
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Let me put it this way then. I'd trust Kasich a thousand times over just about anyone else up there. If you think Donald Trump, Ben Carson or Ted Cruz would be better, then Idk what to tell you.
 
Yes, I am talking politics tonight. I know you all are kinds shocked!

My thoughts:

Ted Cruz: I thought he probably was the winner tonight. I liked how firm he was on his answers and I found myself agreeing with him the most, something I didn't think I'd do before this whole process started. I did like his answers on immigration.

Marco Rubio: I also thought he did well, though I was hoping for some more clarification on his immigration policy ideas. However, the other answers I thought were well thought-out and firm. Got his message across, which is what you have to do. His line about needing more welders than philosophers was real good.

Carly Fiornia: I don't think she has much of a chance to get the nomination, but she is a very sharp lady. She's not an empty suit, or dress I guess, like Sarah Palin. Had some good responses when challenged.

Ben Carson: Had one of the best lines, thanking the moderator for not asking about his tenth grade year. I still want to see a bit more energy out of him. He didn't hurt himself too much, though I didn't care for an answer he had on foreign policy.

Jeb Bush: He didn't hurt himself too much, but he definitely didn't help himself. His answer in regards to bank bailouts (I think it was that) was wishy-washy at best. Also, where was the attacks on Rubio that we all thought were coming? Did I miss them?

Rand Paul: Bright guy to be sure, but he's not my guy. Some of his foreign policy thoughts and ideas about defense kind of worry me. That was the biggest thing that keeps me from supporting him.

John Kasich: Just get out now. He had the worst night. I don't know if it was desperation because he was the lowest rated (probably) candidate on the main stage. He had to butt in more than anyone else and his bank bailout answer bothered me greatly, and also the crowd, who loudly booed him.

Donald Trump: He continues to remind me why I am so against him as the nominee. He so full of hot air it's not funny. I'm concerned about illegal immigration too, but how are you going to kick millions of people out of this country? Be realistic. Pretty clear his favorite word is "wall".

Special booby prize goes to Ann Coulter: Even as a conservative, reading her garbage on Twitter, she drive me insane.
 
Yeah, I don't think many liberals/progressives are lining up to support Kasich.

From a debate standpoint tonight, I think Rubio was the winner. He's pretty well-suited for the format. Cruz, as much as it frightens me, is getting stronger too. Fiorina had a nice night.

Bush didn't really hurt himself, but he didn't distinguish himself either.

Kasich just isn't cutting it with the right, which is a shame because I think he's got some decent ideas. Same with Paul.

Trump and Carson didn't have good nights.
 
still waiting for the birthers and Trump to come after Cruz

i am sure it is going to happen any minute now
 
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