Trump is looking at all of the angles. Trump needs to decide if he wants the job and if he can win. If both happen, we'll enter the race as a brand rather than a Republican.
For his planning, the first option is Republican which is out of his control. The second option is Independent which is in his control.
I think he could win as 3rd party. He might entice more Democrats and Independents.
If the Republicans promote a weak candidate, I'd seriously consider a 3rd party Trump because I believe he could win and he'd be a better choice that dumb or dumber.
Interesting times...
Interesting times...
Right. If the Repubs put up a yawner like McCain who was not serious in winning, chances of losing greatly increase.
The thing is, although I don’t think it would happen (see post 75), Trump is the one guy who probably COULD win as an independent.