As you know I have expressed only my admiration for Hunter only my doubts about his being able to win the nomination stops me from supporting him and I could wind up voting for him in the Illinois primary should certain circumstances prevail.
Comparing him to Hagel is disgraceful. Brownback not so much so though I do not appreciate some of his latest statements.
NO candidate tops Hunter wrt National Security issues and anyone claiming that is a flat out LIAR.
And I notice the poster never came back to defend his statement or offer proof.
And that is a very fair concern.
I don't buy into the No Congresscritter since 1880, or whenever it was - supporters of Rudy are completely overlooking the history that no mayor has ever been elected without a federal office as well. But candidates have to prove they can step up to the plate, and Hunter will need to demonsrate fundraising and speaking capabilities over the next 6-9 months to have a chance.
But debate needs to be based in reality. It's a fair fight to discuss Hunter's bringing home some defense bacon for contractors in his district, or certain votes of his.
But on the whole, his defense and national security bona fides are outstanding.