I think another factor for me, and one that gets derided a lot on this web site is electability.
I simply cannot ignore whether the person I really like is going to win. I think in the primaries I can feel satisfied by voting for the person I like the most, even if they’re not ranking high in the polls, but I still make it one of my voting factors.
However, it is something I cannot do in the general election, as I will NEVER vote for a democrat, nor do I want a democrat—especially a socialist—have the reins of power in my beloved country!
Next year’s race is beginning to take shape. Unless things change, I see Carson winning Iowa, but then Trump winning New Hampshire, South Carolina and Nevada, followed by what I call the SEC Super Tuesday, which is March 1, 2016, with Georgia, Florida, Texas, Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee and Arkansas all voting. I do believe Trump wins them all.
Even if I hated Trump, I’ve got to admit this is the likely scenario. Does anyone see this not happening? What’s your (not just Morgan, but anyone) take?
As it stands today, you’re probably correct in your predictions. Even though events may change it all.
I also believe there is more support for Trump out there that’s not even considered. Reagan Democrats and the silent majority. I’m seeing Trump support in numerous unlikely places.