The speech was great. He is getting more comfortable. Speaks like a regular guy...not rehearsed like the professional politicians. He knows he is speaking for all of us. Incredible compassion for those who have lost loved ones in this current world problem...soldiers and innocents that have been murdered by illegals.
I predict that the French attack will make a few more people sit up and pay more attention to what Trump is saying. His ratings will go up. He is the only one who will REALLY tackle the problem. The others just talk the talk.
I don't know if it has been mentioned elsewhere on FR about his Fort Dodge appearance, but he was a bit late in arriving because he made a somewhat impromptu stop in the area before the event. Nevertheless, he still was speaking at the podium for a long time, and what is more, he went to a building where the overflow crowd was and talked to them afterwards. He's got stamina.
A few more observations about the Fort Dodge speech (in no particular order of importance) from a trusted source who attended-
He has a sharp team: very professional, polished and smart in appearance. I never watched "The Apprentice" but the source thinks DT really can "pick them."
DT's actual appearance is bit different than what was expected. In person, he's a bit more slender than he appears on camera and his hair is less "flamboyant" (that was the word used).
His subtleties do not necessarily translate well when used in clips, and his use of sarcasm to make points isn't always picked up on.
The central Iowa newscasts that followed were execrable in editing and editorializing, particularly the DNC's oldest friend in the Des Moines market, WHO TV.
Mr. niteowl77
Yeah look what has happened since he said "Let Russia take care of ISIS." Real leadership there.
Agreed! Great speech and he stuck to the issues. Did mention other candidates but only a few words in passing. No more rants on certain candidates as heard earlier in the week. When the family members of murdered victims all came on stage holding the large newsprint articles, a John Boehner was needed as the tears began to flow. Good speech from a big man.
GO TRUMP! GO CRUZ! ~ YOU WIN OR WE LOSE!