[Squeako]

Meh. I have to say something that might be hard for some like Sean Hannity to admit: If Ben Carson were white, nobody would care. There are millions of conservative white people saying what he has (and not saying what he has about The Second Amendment) that nobody pays attention to. He is unfortunately being paraded around because he's a conservative black guy/brain surgeon. I'll give him credit for what he said in Obama's presence. But, what else is there? He's a brain surgeon. Got it. Any other conservative brain surgeons out there? I'd bet the house on that one. Doesn't mean I would pick them for the nomination for that reason alone.

Allen West, on the other hand, is a leader I could support, black or not. That's what I want in a president; a fearless conservative leader. Wouldn't hurt to help erase the stain that Obama will have left on the Office, either. But his whole military career is what I'd give him credit for, not something he said once.

[Squeako]

And I have to add that I love Ted Cruz, I just think his skill set is better suited for Senate Majority Leader.

[ExpatGator]

Well stated points, and accurate. I even agree with you about Allen West.

[T-Bird45]

Your evaluation of Carson v. West is exactly in line with my views, especially as regards intellectual lightweight Hannity pumping Carson for obvious reasons. Those in this thread advocating Carson needing some political seasoning are also right on the mark. This is especially evident in Carson’s inability to latch on to a consistent 2A position.