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New Globe poll shows Rubio closing in on Trump in N.H. (Trump 29 Rubio 19 Cruz 7)
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Posted on 02/05/2016 9:32:01 AM PST by springwater13

Edited on 02/05/2016 9:47:59 AM PST by Admin Moderator. [history]

With four days until New Hampshire's first-in-the-nation presidential primary, the Republican contest is tightening at the top and churning in the middle as one third of likely Republican voters say they could still change their mind, according to a new Suffolk University/Boston Globe poll released Friday.


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To: springwater13

After Iowa, does anyone really believe polls?


61 posted on 02/05/2016 12:03:08 PM PST by catfish1957 (I display the Confederate Battle Flag with pride in honor of my brave ancestors who fought w/ valor)
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To: Bruce Campbells Chin

No, I’m not a Trump “guy.” I’m a Trump gal, and Trump wasn’t runing for office back then and quite possibly did’t have all the details on immigration that he now has. People grow and learn - apparently, youdon’t though. Still stuck with the same ideas you had when you were young? It didn’t amtter what Trump said back then - are you new to politics? It sounds like it. SO, stick with your open border, amnesty loving Rubio and then kiss your country goodbye. Trump will build the WALL _Rubio won’t. He will cater to the deep pockets supporting him. Romeny is the one who lost the last election - not Trump. SO, get your facts straight. I can’t believe you are blaming Trump for Romney’s failure to go after Obama in the 2nd debate and pin him to the ropes. Buy a clue! It sounds like you fall for slick-talking lawyers.


62 posted on 02/05/2016 12:03:42 PM PST by Catsrus (I callz 'em as I seez 'em)
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To: Bruce Campbells Chin

Oh, so Trump can’t change his mind, but Rubio can? Rubio hasn’t changed his mind - remember the gang of 8? I’m sure you have fogotten it. Rubio hasn’t changed his stance on illegals - not one iota. But, you can believe whatever lies you want - sounds like you are dug in - so, this is the end of this conversation. Hope you enjoy your slick-talking, foam-party boy.


63 posted on 02/05/2016 12:05:36 PM PST by Catsrus (I callz 'em as I seez 'em)
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To: usafa92

My gut tells me Cruz is still second, but close to Rubio. But it’s polls.


64 posted on 02/05/2016 12:17:38 PM PST by LS ("Castles Made of Sand, Fall in the Sea . . . Eventually" (Hendrix))
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To: springwater13
It's in both Cruz and Trump interests now to have a ceasefire and focus their attacks on Rubio.

Almost every article on this site is geared toward taking Cruz out. Screw Trump supporters. I don't want to partner with them. He is to the left of Rubio.

65 posted on 02/05/2016 12:18:26 PM PST by Starstruck (I'm usually sarcastic. Deal with it.)
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To: Catsrus
Oh, so Trump can’t change his mind, but Rubio can?

Sure he can. A Cruz supporter would probably say neither of them can, but that's why I said I can at least understand them. But if you're going to argue that Rubio is disqualified because of his prior stance, then Trump should be disqualified for the same reason. So which is it? Either, or both?

And moving on from there, the thing for me is that Rubio is a good conservative on issues other than immigration (just put a deep dagger into Obamacare), and Trump isn't.

66 posted on 02/05/2016 12:28:50 PM PST by Bruce Campbells Chin
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To: springwater13

Marco Romneyo is the flavor of the month for the GOPe.


67 posted on 02/05/2016 12:50:22 PM PST by jmaroneps37 (Conservatism is truth. Liberalism is lies.)
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To: Lurkinanloomin

Rubio as the nominee will give us Sanders or Hildabeast.


68 posted on 02/05/2016 12:54:05 PM PST by calisurfer
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To: LS

I hate to admit it but Rubio gives the best speeches of the three and would probably do best against Hillary. I just hope he can stay somewhat conservative if he gets it.


69 posted on 02/05/2016 12:58:45 PM PST by ez (Abashed the devil stood and felt how awful goodness is... - Milton)
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To: randita

Trump’s attacks on Cruz have driven voters to Rubio. It was a gamble which Trump probably was forced to take although I think he could have played his hand better.
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Trump didn’t need to attack Cruz to get a 2nd place finish in Iowa...it was an unforced error by Trump. A rising Rubio is the fallout. If Trump does not win NH...he is through...leaving Cruz & Rubio to duke it out.


70 posted on 02/05/2016 1:00:53 PM PST by calisurfer
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To: calisurfer
leaving Cruz & Rubio to duke it out.

Are small rodent fights legal?

71 posted on 02/05/2016 1:08:25 PM PST by Stentor ("Millions for defense, but not one cent for tribute." Robert Goodloe Harper)
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To: Stentor

leaving Cruz & Rubio to duke it out.
Are small rodent fights legal?
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LOL...not sure about rodents...but there is no love lost between these two snakes.


72 posted on 02/05/2016 1:14:58 PM PST by calisurfer
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To: Bruce Campbells Chin

Oh, Bruce, you are such a tool. Look where Rubio gets his funding - Goldman Sacs (who by the way, also supports Cruz), The Koch Brothers, Sheldon Adelson, etc. But, carry on with your foolishness and Rubio, if nominated, will take a dive so Hillary can win. Mark my words and do your vetting.


73 posted on 02/05/2016 1:16:04 PM PST by Catsrus (I callz 'em as I seez 'em)
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To: ez

Rubio’s gift is being able to lie with the most convincing face. He is a spineless puppet.

More people will stay home than for Romney. He will accomplish nothing from a conservative standpoint.

Do all you can to denounce Rubio or get used to President Clinton II.


74 posted on 02/05/2016 1:30:31 PM PST by bramps (It's the Islam, stupid!)
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To: Catsrus
As soon as you say that Rubio (or any other Republican) would "take a dive so Hillary can win"), you reveal yourself to be a conspiracy nutter rather than a remotely serious person.

Have fun getting fitted for your tinfoil hat.

75 posted on 02/05/2016 1:41:59 PM PST by Bruce Campbells Chin
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To: ez

His speeches sound to me exactly like that, speeches.

Cruz, by far, gives the best analytical answers.

Trump, by far, gives the best one-liners that connect . . . most of the time.

Rubio’s position on immigration, to me THE #1 issue, by far, excludes him from my support.


76 posted on 02/05/2016 1:52:14 PM PST by LS ("Castles Made of Sand, Fall in the Sea . . . Eventually" (Hendrix))
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To: springwater13

Closing in? He’s closer...but 10 points down is hardly “closing in.” That would be like 5 points or less to be “closing in.”

Ridiculous title they gave this.


77 posted on 02/05/2016 2:05:35 PM PST by Republican Wildcat
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To: Bruce Campbells Chin

I would bet that the establishment candidates (Bush, Christie, etc) have been given their marching orders. Lay off Rubio and go after Cruz and Trump.


78 posted on 02/05/2016 3:15:56 PM PST by VerySadAmerican (I doubt seriously that any vote is really counted.)
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To: VerySadAmerican
I would bet that the establishment candidates (Bush, Christie, etc) have been given their marching orders. Exactly what are the names of the people who give these "marching orders", and why would a guy with the independent power base of a Bush listen to them? Anyway, the facts don't back up your conspiracy theory, because I literally just watched Jeb trash Rubio when questioned by Bret Baer 3 minutes ago.

So how come he is ignoring these " marching orders" you're so sure have been issued?

79 posted on 02/05/2016 3:33:02 PM PST by Bruce Campbells Chin
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To: Bruce Campbells Chin

Who gives marching orders? Koch brothers, K Street...Bush may play the game for a while but you can bet the establishment has picked their winner and his name is Rubio.


80 posted on 02/05/2016 3:56:35 PM PST by VerySadAmerican (I doubt seriously that any vote is really counted.)
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