I think the winner in all this is Obama’s team, they must love how we’re being whipsawed.
Take a look at the (some consistent/some not) bashing back and forth here between just a few hours on the “endorsing Newt” thread.
Some ITYS’s form some posters, some very consistent. Anyway, it’s interesting to see what “they” can do to us.
Trump has one HUGE strength. He can shut the media up. And put them on his side because they are terrified of him. BIG HUGE advantage. And also I think he works with Sarah - he loves her and she likes him. These 2 are on to something.
50 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 1:03:33 AM by American Dream 246
So now it’s Sarah against Trump! I thought they liked each other...so much for the theory that they in on it together (my theory.)
194 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 4:46:31 PM by American Dream 246
Well, Drudge has big headline: DONALD DOUBLES DOWN: ON MITT ...Who knows! Drudge has gone to the dark side....
109 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 8:26:11 AM by Bushbacker1
Trump endorses Romney, cites tough China position and electability
As he continues to buy his windows, etc. from China for his projects.
177 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 4:28:35 PM by Bushbacker1
Hey I’d rather have him for Newt than running as he said he would....I have to say “endorsements” are certainly telling which side of right and wrong folks are on.
9 posted on Wednesday, February 01, 2012 11:53:59 PM by caww
Trumps..(and Trumpett’s like Bondi) are all lining up for their pay offs and kickbacks in business...(and government positions).
There’s so much bartering going on and will be increasing as this year moves along....I bet behind the scenes it looks like a flipping hurricane of activity we’ll never see.
181 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 4:30:05 PM by caww
AND now they are saying he’ll be endorsing Willard...Regardless you’ve earned a t shirt for your post. Click to Donate to Newt Gingrich
116 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 9:34:30 AM by hoosiermama
Wonder what kind of a deal “the Donald” made with “the Mitten”...you can bet he didn’t do it for the “good of the country” or is he setting him up later for a ‘YOU’RE FIRED’ Click to Donate to Newt Gingrich
14 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 3:06:52 PM by hoosiermama
I would vote for Trump 3rd Party over Romney, no contest.
106 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 8:16:17 AM by KansasGirl
That is hilarious! I hope the GOP wakes up before it’s too late and nominates somebody else!
26 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 3:10:49 PM by KansasGirl
Trump is an ego maniac who always plays the odds. He’ll back Romney, JUST LIKE THE REST OF THE ELITE SNOBS.
117 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 9:41:58 AM by NKP_Vet (creep.)
“The problem with Donald has always been that he doesn’t have a solid set of core values”
Then it’s only right that he endorsed Willard the liberal, who also has no core set of values.
63 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 3:20:43 PM by NKP_Vet
As the world knows, Trump is a very successful businessman. Remember Mitt turned down that debate w/Trump as moderator for a reason. Mitt would have been toast if he accepted and Mitt knew it. The man is weak, very weak.
Newt is a far better businessman than Mitt. Instead of bringing his brilliance to a company, he chose to go the political route because of his love for America. That is where he put his focus, where his heart is.
He balanced the budget quickly and got things done with opposition. It’s easier to get things done when a company is geared in one direction unlike DC.
Then there is the work ethic - we can agree that is Trump’s mo as well as Newt’s. This endorsement does not surprise me at all. He knows the one more than capable of turning around America. Mitt can fool those everyday voters with lies but never a savvy successful businessman like Trump.
118 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 9:54:43 AM by presently no screen name
It doesn’t figure to me, at all! I thought for sure Trump knew mitt is weak. I wonder exactly what is going on behind the scene. 3rd party - I see it coming.
166 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 4:19:42 PM by presently no screen name
This should play well with the Trump Chumps that actually believed he was running.
What ever happened to Trumps investigators on Hawaii? He said they uncovered striking evidence that Obama was not eligible to run, and he would SOON show it, then he disappears. Now the same MSM that made him a Republican star won’t ask him about his past claims.
Trump Chumps never learn!
41 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 12:41:01 AM by sickoflibs
RE :”heads-noot, tails-mittens...
all the trumpbots heads most certainly are exploding over the ‘tease’ of the last 24 hrs...
HA-HA. This is supposed to HELP Romney??
This looks even worse for Romney than it would have for Newt if he was the one blessed by Trump. Romney wouldnt even join a debate moderated by Trump, yet Trump picks him. .
As I recall there were a few threads in December where some giddy with Newt were singing the praise for Trump.
85 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 3:30:20 PM by sickoflibs
Lindsey and now the Donald. If the way these two have been trashed on FR, including by those who are now pushing Newt, I assume there will be mass disavowment of the endorsements.
Why?
Do you always think completely linearly with no attention to context?
54 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 1:16:25 AM by SoConPubbie
In hindsight this isn’t surprising bc Romney emphasizes making China play by the rules and that is Trump’s main theme.
Why is it whenever you post something about Myth Romney I get the suspicion you really support him?
78 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 3:26:21 PM by SoConPubbie
Fox & fools now speculating that Trump will endorse ROMNEY (Doocey) or that he’s not going to endorse anyone (Gretchen)
76 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 6:17:21 AM by sodpoodle
I’m thinking that during his conversations with Newt - Newt stood firm on issues so Trump felt stupid and his ego couldn’t take it.
OTOH - In his conversations with Romney - flip flopper Mitt agreed with Trump on everything and it made Donald feel good.
60 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 3:20:07 PM by sodpoodle
I’ll believe it’s an endorsement for Newt when I see it. He’s probably going to announce he’s not going to run for president and nothing else. If he was going to endorse anyone why not just come out and do it.
27 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 12:21:21 AM by Terry Mross
We’re being played by everyone of them. Some of the class of 2010 played us. They saw an opportunity to get to congress to cash in.
We all might as well go ahead and throw up and get it over with. Before it’s over Sarah will be cam”pain”ing with Mitts. As will Newt. As will Bachman. As will Santorum. As will Cain if he’s wanted. Ron Paul is the only one who won’t be playing.
And don’t be surprised if Steve Wynn endorses Romney.
Then come 2013, obama is sworn in for a second term and we watch it all go away.
193 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 4:45:07 PM by Terry Mross ( We need a SECOND party.)
Please let this be true......
71 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 4:14:36 AM by The Wizard
this is a joke right?
35 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 3:12:43 PM by The Wizard
Unbelievable. What is wrong with Trump?
128 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 2:59:53 PM by Wisconsinlady
The Donald is nuts.
2 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 3:01:56 PM by Wisconsinlady
That was a treat - thanks for the honorable mention;) LOL!!
Another day - another drubbing. It’s getting to feel as if someone put us in a front load washing machine on a hot/cold setting and maximum spin cycle. We can look out, but not get out.
Now we’re hung out to dry - again!!!!!
Hey I’d rather have him for Newt than running as he said he would....I have to say “endorsements” are certainly telling which side of right and wrong folks are on.
9 posted on Wednesday, February 01, 2012 11:53:59 PM by caww
Trumps..(and Trumpett’s like Bondi) are all lining up for their pay offs and kickbacks in business...(and government positions).
There’s so much bartering going on and will be increasing as this year moves along....I bet behind the scenes it looks like a flipping hurricane of activity we’ll never see.
181 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 4:30:05 PM by caww
“A conservative is not electable, but Dole, a moderate, is electable because he will appeal to independents and the center!” /1996
“A conservative is not electable, but McCain, a moderate, is electable because he will appeal to independents and the center!” /2008
“A conservative is not electable, but Romney, a moderate, is electable because he will appeal to independents and the center!” /2012
It’s gotten so ridiculous and so childish. Anyone who wanted to run for President on the Republican ticket was free to jump into the race. The people voted. Some candidates won states, some didn’t. Those who did badly dropped out. Going forward to the rest of the states, it is the voters who will determine the outcome. Unfortunately, we freepers don’t have control over the entire Republican electorate.
That is hilarious! I hope the GOP wakes up before it’s too late and nominates somebody else!
26 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 3:10:49 PM by KansasGirl
No, I wasn't whipsawed. I stand by what I said. I would vote for Trump over Romney. Romney ranks right down there with Pelosi, Reid, and Obama in my book. Saying I would vote for Trump over Romney is an expression of just how much I despise Romney. And I stand by what I said, that video showing Trump bashing Romney and then the narrator saying he endorsed him because they both like to fire people is hilarious! And I do hope the GOP wakes up and picks a candidate who will not be so easily bashed by the Rats and the media!
What would you expect? I’m sure you’d see similar comments about anyone - especially those candidates who won with conservative vote and now support Mitt. Just think of drudge.
Oh my.
OK cause there were thing that really needed to be done.
Thanks sam for the synopsis of “the Donald” threads.
My take on the fiasco:
Trump is a wheeler/dealer. He doesn't do anything without getting something for it.
He was late to the integument. Deal wasn't set or changes were made to Trumps advantage
Two commentators mentions the sour look on the wives faces (One related it to a child's look just before they have to take bad tasting medicine)
The odds in Vegas said that anyone who Trump endorsed would not necessarily be favorable to their campaign.
Newt not only was given the impression, but comments by Donald were replayed today that indicated he favored Newt till twenty four hours ago.
Not sure what to think...but one possibility is Donald is setting Romney up for a “Your Fired” in the future.
Donald has been promised something in return for the endorsement....He sure doesn't need money....What could it be...He certainly doesn't need power...Money buys power.
Could he exchange his endorsement for an agreement that Mitt would stop attacking Newt. Just saw Mittens on Hannity and he didn't say one bad thing about Newt...Kept waiting for it and maybe it was missed, but still. Sure seems like a different person.
Who knows?????
/rant
REFERENCE 1
This should play well with the Trump Chumps that actually believed he was running.
What ever happened to Trumps investigators on Hawaii? He said they uncovered striking evidence that Obama was not eligible to run, and he would SOON show it, then he disappears. Now the same MSM that made him a Republican star won’t ask him about his past claims.
Trump Chumps never learn!
41 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 12:41:01 AM by sickoflibs
REFERENCE 2
HA-HA. This is supposed to HELP Romney??
This looks even worse for Romney than it would have for Newt if he was the one blessed by Trump. Romney wouldnt even join a debate moderated by Trump, yet Trump picks him. .
As I recall there were a few threads in December where some giddy with Newt were singing the praise for Trump.
85 posted on Thursday, February 02, 2012 3:30:20 PM by sickoflibs