Not only that, but it is telling that Cain has risen so far without a lot of funding and without the name recognition that Perry has as a long-standing governor of a large state.
I am still not sold on Cain, but it is amusing to watch the impotent attacks on Cain by the Perry supporters at FR. The further Perry sinks, the more shrill and absurd their attacks on Cain get.
When Cain was dealt the race-card, put it in his hand and then played it to sweeten his winnings, that's when I started looking closely at him, his record and his association with Mitt.
McCain had so little money that he had to fire his campaign team. He travelled by himself to the early states and simply spoke with voters. That’s what Cain did in Florida and it worked.
The big money may never get behind Cain. They may wait until the general. We’ll have to see what they do.
I have some serious questions about Cain’s judgment. He was #2 on my list, but I’ve replaced him with Gingrich.
Cain’s inexperience isn’t an issue for me because he’ll surround himself with solid conservatives. He isn’t a narcissist so he’ll listen to those advisors when he needs to draw on their experience.
My issues with Cain are 1) his flip-flops on issues and 2) his endorsement of Romney.
I know you don’t find the level-playing field comment troubling but I do in light of the empowerment zones in his economic plan. I need a lot more detail before I come to any conclusion on it though.
Perry supporters have been put through the wringer at FR. (So have Palin’s.) I think you should consider their treatment when analyzing their posts. When you’re continually insulted and attacked, it’s difficult to keep things in perspective. It’s natural to be defensive and it’s natural to lash out. It’s been pretty one-sided here against Perry supporters. We don’t need a purge and we don’t need to alienate other FReepers. We need all hands on deck to defeat Romney & Obama. (JMHO)