Newt has been great and I’d vote for him if he’s the nominee.
But expect Newt’s troubles to just be beginning. As he climbs in the polls, his political and personal record will be re-scrutinized. Is it surmountable? Sure. But it’s not a slam-dunk.
Also as time goes on, the importance of the debates will be put into their larger context. It’s great to have someone who can debate, but there’s a lot more to being President (and, for that matter, to winning the presidency).
Finally, the things Newt has done to win support in these debates are not the kinds of things he could do as POTUS. Yes, he could be forceful, clear and direct. But he would not be able to throw the sharp elbows he does now and not be considered “unpresidential.”
So just saying don’t get too much in love with his debate persona. It’s not the one he could use, at least not as he is now, if he were prez.
If my memory serves Newt has some awesome political skills. AND no matter who becomes the nominee (or the leading contender) the media will go after big time. So, yeah, it’s not a slam-dunk, but none of the potentials we have are. At the moment, with all of the deep concerns in the world, Newt (to me) looks better and better. He is a seasoned and skilled candidate who I think may be the best person to lead us thru what may well be a very dark and dangerous time ahead. A few months ago I was not even giving him the time of day.