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Is Ted Cruz The New Favorite? (In Iowa)
Redstate ^ | November 24, 2015 | Leon H. Wolf

Posted on 11/24/2015 10:28:07 AM PST by JSDude1

A new FoxNews poll shows that Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) 100% has pulled into a virtual tie with Trump in Iowa, as Carson continues to tumble headlong out of the picture. Trump registers 25% in the poll, followed by 23% for Cruz, 18% for Carson, 13% for Rubio, then the also-rans far behind. It looks an awful lot at this point like Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) 100% has to be considered the prohibitive favorite in Iowa – he has a ton of money to spend in a state where spending money can actually do you some good, he is building a ground organization where almost no one else is, and he is capitalizing on Carson’s recent foreign policy follies.

There’s a long way to go before February 1st, but it would be a surprise at this point if anyone other than Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) 100% won Iowa.

Now of course, winning Iowa does not make you the favorite to win the nomination, as Mike Huckabee and Rick Santorum can attest. But it definitely helps. Winning the first contest provides a national boost in a candidates’ poll standing, as Huckabee was catapulted to “last man standing” against McCain and Santorum likewise enjoyed a brief national lead. If Cruz comes into Iowa in third or fourth place and walks away with an unexpectedly easy victory, it can only help his national chances.

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TOPICS: Editorial; Extended News; Politics/Elections; US: Iowa
KEYWORDS: cruz; mediabias; president; primary; trump
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To: straps

LOL....you have quite a sense of humor there.


21 posted on 11/24/2015 11:15:34 AM PST by traderrob6
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To: straps

Two polls have come out showing Cruz pulling ahead of Carson and within striking distance of rump. The polls you are showing are a week old.


22 posted on 11/24/2015 11:17:31 AM PST by conservativejoy (Pray Hard, Work Hard, Trust God,,,, We can elect Ted Cruz!)
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To: dforest
He has big donors. I can’t imagine those particular donors not being in favor of amnesty.

You're not right.

23 posted on 11/24/2015 11:29:48 AM PST by FreeReign
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To: dforest
Goldman Sachs and The Club for Growth ? Really?

They aren't Cruz's big donors!!!

24 posted on 11/24/2015 11:30:42 AM PST by FreeReign
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To: JSDude1
it would be a surprise at this point if anyone other than Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) 100% won Iowa.

I have to agree.

"Who won Iowa and went on to win the nomination?" --Karl Rove on 11/23 O'Reilly Factor

Jeb's at 5%. Rove's plan is coming together.

25 posted on 11/24/2015 11:33:07 AM PST by St_Thomas_Aquinas ( Isaiah 22:22, Matthew 16:19, Revelation 3:7)
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To: straps

Trump would make a good VP for Cruz.


26 posted on 11/24/2015 11:34:40 AM PST by St_Thomas_Aquinas ( Isaiah 22:22, Matthew 16:19, Revelation 3:7)
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To: St_Thomas_Aquinas
"Who won Iowa and went on to win the nomination?" --Karl Rove on 11/23 O'Reilly Factor

Since 1976, there have been 10 caucuses. In three of them, there was no opposition, so we won't count those. Of the remaining seven, we have George W. Bush (2000), Bob Dole (1996) and Gerald Ford (1976) all getting the nomination after winning Iowa. That's 3 out of 7. In a fifteen man race, winning it is a good way to separate yourself from the pack.
27 posted on 11/24/2015 11:47:36 AM PST by Dr. Sivana (There is no salvation in politics)
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To: Dr. Sivana
In a fifteen man race, winning it is a good way to separate yourself from the pack.

It is. I just enjoyed watching Karl grasping at straws. He also took pains to defend American Crossroads record of failure.

He seemed pretty pleased with himself. The delusion level was almost Obamic.

28 posted on 11/24/2015 12:22:03 PM PST by St_Thomas_Aquinas ( Isaiah 22:22, Matthew 16:19, Revelation 3:7)
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To: dforest

“He has big donors. I can’t imagine those particular donors not being in favor of amnesty.”

That’s why he’s been silent on immigration, both legal and illegal, for most of his campaign. The others came out with detailed policies - and Cruz said... nothing. He did say, build a wall, but said the American people didn’t want to discuss what to do with all the illegals. Huh? I switched to Trump because I sure the hell did want it discussed! Now, he’s finally come out with a plan, but the details about dealing with the illegals here are vague.

Yup, donors at work. There’s no other explanation why someone who is conservative would not take a clear, detailed conservative stance. We keep hearing how liberal Trump is - yet he has the most courageous and conservative stance on immigration and terrorists. Having escaped Mexifornia, I’m going with the guy that will stop my new home from becoming an invaded cesspool.


29 posted on 11/24/2015 12:41:31 PM PST by CottonBall
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To: CottonBall
“He has big donors. I can’t imagine those particular donors not being in favor of amnesty.” That’s why he’s been silent on immigration, both legal and illegal, for most of his campaign.

Another one posting false information.

30 posted on 11/24/2015 12:48:40 PM PST by FreeReign
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To: FreeReign

Post a link to his plan then. I’ve read it - and it is vague on the illegals here. Prior to that, he has said nothing other than Americans don’t know to discuss it.’ I can dig up that interview for you.

But you need to provide links if you can prove I am wrong. Which I am not, I supported Cruz until he was silent on illegal immigration for so long so I’ve read or watched every interview and press release.


31 posted on 11/24/2015 12:55:19 PM PST by CottonBall
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To: FreeReign; dforest

http://www.opensecrets.org/politicians/summary.php?cid=N00033085

Club for Growth is Cruz’s top donor. Goldman Sachs is 4th.


32 posted on 11/24/2015 12:57:31 PM PST by CottonBall
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To: conservativejoy

Sorry, that link should’ve gone to you

http://www.opensecrets.org/politicians/summary.php?cid=N00033085

Club for Growth is Cruz’s top donor and Goldman Sachs is 4th.


33 posted on 11/24/2015 12:59:32 PM PST by CottonBall
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To: CottonBall
Club for Growth is Cruz's top donor. Goldman Sachs is 4th.

You're posting only the small Campaign Cmte Fundraising PAC. Cruz's PACs in total have raised about 38 million.

Here are the top four donors.

Link

Anti illegal immigration billionaire Robert Mercer is the top donor at $11 million.

34 posted on 11/24/2015 3:09:04 PM PST by FreeReign
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To: FreeReign

I was wondering why the numbers were so small.

“Anti illegal immigration billionaire Robert Mercer is the top donor at $11 million.”

Then I wonder why he’s been so wishy-washy on what to do with the illegals here. If he had said anything the least bit authoritative/forceful/not-the-right-words-really about them, I wouldn’t have switched.


35 posted on 11/24/2015 3:13:49 PM PST by CottonBall
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To: CottonBall
Post a link to his plan then. I’ve read it - and it is vague on the illegals here.

From the plans:

"Deportations and returns have to be taken seriously. Ted Cruz has promised to rededicate the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to "fully enforcing the law."

36 posted on 11/24/2015 3:17:19 PM PST by FreeReign
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To: CottonBall; FreeReign
Then I wonder why he's been so wishy-washy on what to do with the illegals here. If he had said anything the least bit authoritative/forceful/not-the-right-words-really about them, I wouldn't have switched.

Rather than wishy-washy, it's a carefully crafted strategy to finally end the games the Democrats want to play on immigration. Refusing to discuss specifically what is to be done with people here illegally now is not a ruse to keep hidden Ted's intent on the topic (not a Rubio-like betrayal).

Consider Step 1 is making it very difficult to cross the border illegally, can't be hired or receive gov benefits, deported whenever discovered by DHS, etc., and Step 2 is what to do with illegal aliens here already.

Democrats (and their liberal media shills) *ALWAYS* insist on talking Step 1+2 together (so-called comprehensive immigration reform). What happens is Dems get their Step 2 immediately and the Republicans never get Step 1. They ran this scam on Ronald Reagan and Cruz refuses to repeat his mistake.

Forcing Dems to complete Step 1 before agreeing to even talk about Step 2 drives them crazy. It actually will make Step 2 much easier to decide later due to the large number that can be expected to self-deport if Step 1 is thorough and rigorously enforced.

37 posted on 11/24/2015 4:30:47 PM PST by Unmarked Package
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To: FreeReign; CottonBall
Robert Mercer is also a fan of free market economics, skeptical about the climate change hoax, and no fan of a tyrannical, politically motivated IRS which all fit perfectly with Cruz's conservative positions.

The NYT published a pretty good profile last April of Mercer who lives a very private life, see Hedge-Fund Magnate Robert Mercer Emerges as a Generous Backer of Cruz

FreeReign, thanks for the link to the article about the new director of the Keep the Promise Super PAC. I really like David Barton!

38 posted on 11/24/2015 4:44:16 PM PST by Unmarked Package
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To: Unmarked Package

“Rather than wishy-washy, it’s a carefully crafted strategy to finally end the games the Democrats want to play on immigration. Refusing to discuss specifically what is to be done with people here illegally now is not a ruse to keep hidden Ted’s intent on the topic (not a Rubio-like betrayal).”

Is this something he’s said or hinted at or is it a guess or hope?

IMO, he’s lost support due to this strategy, so it could backfire. Especially since Trump came out with guns blazing on the issue, leaving no doubt of his intent.

I don’t like guessing or blindly trusting when it comes to politicians, especially after being stabbed in the back with the 2014 congressional elections.

Thanks for the explanation though. I will keep my eyes and ears open. If Cruz comes out on top, I won’t be as worried now. I thought he was planning a Trojan horse of his own.


39 posted on 11/24/2015 4:52:09 PM PST by CottonBall
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To: FreeReign

yeah, I saw that plus that he would use deportations, along with other means. I liked hearing that - a lot - after months of silence. I’d just like a little more fire and emphasis. Citizenship could be squeezed in there, and if passed via congress-would then be lawful.

I’ve escaped Mexifornia, also escaped Texas previously, and LOVE being where English is spoken and seeing American flags. The other issues don’t matter to me if the stance on this one is wrong. It will bankrupt and change this country permanently.

Trump and Cruz are our only hope, now ;)


40 posted on 11/24/2015 4:59:19 PM PST by CottonBall
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