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CRUZ or LOSE!
Posted on 07/07/2015 2:23:49 PM PDT by 2ndDivisionVet
How's this for a Dream Ticket?
Cruz/Trump 2016.
Probably wouldn't get far in a general election, but wouldn't it make for something most definitely entertaining to watch? Why, they'd serve up at least a year's worth of SNL skits just by announcing.
Tempting scenario, but even in the circus-like atmosphere that the GOP primary is already turning into, there's actually a much more realistic – and likely previously worked out – strategy between the two loudmouths.
He may still act all tough, but Trump has already publicly admitted not expecting the mega blowback he has received since unleashing his tirade against Mexican immigrants when he announced his run for the White House.
Trump has started feeling it in wallet, as numerous businesses have told him he's fired.
And though at first tepid, the backlash in political circles – particularly within the GOP – has also intensified. Other leading GOP presidential candidates chastised Trump, mostly for his poor choice of words.
Indeed, it has been mostly solo sailing for Trump since he came out with this campaign announcement and maintaining a steadfast defense.
Emphasis on mostly – Texan Ted Cruz has come to The Donald's rescue.
The Canadian-born and Houston-raised son of Cuban émigrés has become the lone public defender of the embattled billionaire, telling people Trump has a flair for "colorful language" and that his political stance is a sound one.
From the get-go, Cruz welcomed Trump to the ever-growing field of candidates vying for the GOP nomination, praising "his experience as a successful businessman and job creator."
But Cruz didn't stop there. Amid the barrage of attacks on Trump, Cruz put himself front and center as his personal shield.
"I like Donald Trump," Cruz told Fox News. I think he's terrific. I think he's brash. I think he speaks the truth."
The truth, such as basically saying millions of Mexican immigrants trekking north are criminals and rapists.
"I don't think you should apologize for speaking out against the problem that is illegal immigration," said Cruz, who is notorious for side-stepping the issue, particularly on specific steps on how to deal with it.
Trump was quick to recognize the Texan's overture, sending a heartfelt merci beaucoup through his 3.1 million Twitter followers.
Say what you will about Cruz, but it's highly likely that he didn't simply want to Trump to keep getting trumped by his critics. No, actually, there could be a political strategy brewing here.
It could possibly be the makings of the aforementioned Cruz-Trump ticket, though the more plausible scenario involves Cruz predicting that Trump will eventually head for the exit and, hey, he does actually have millions of diehard supporters and, well, they would need someone still in the race to support.
And they would not need to hesitate. They'd turn to Cruz, the only one who dared back Trump when everyone else threw him under the bus.
And obviously Cruz is in Trump's good graces already. In fact, Cruz is just about the only person whom Trump praises these days.
"I respect Ted Cruz for the view he's got. He was really out there and strong on it," Trump said on CNN, still trying to explain his immigration stance. "I shouldn't say this because, I assume, he's an opponent, but the fact is he was very brave in coming out."
Shrewd guy, that Cruz. Maybe a better politician than people think. Still unlikely he could win the GOP primary, never mind the general election, but props to him for keeping things lively.
If Ted does not have a brain stroke after getting the nomination, this will never happen.
Trump uses the term “constitution” like it will be a new chic restaurant in his new hi rise.
Cruz wouldn’t want a pro-abortion gun banner on his ticket.
In the end, it will all depend on who wins lot of delegates during the primaries to help in final nomination -or- improve chance of electoral votes.
JFK picked LBJ whom he despised.
Reagan picked Bush-41 who had described Reagan as Voodoo Economist.
Politics can and will make strange bed fellows.
Rubin was on Brett Buyer Special Report. Bet tried to get him to react to Trumps criticism of him. He didn’t take the bait Handled himself well. Didn’t criticize Trump personally just said he could have made a better choice of words to make point.
Walk back imo
Make Trump the Southern Border Czar and the Visa Over-stayer Czar.
son of Cuban émigrés
Trump is losing money on this.
He either gets out soon or he’s in it to win it.
I don’t see a combined ticket either way.
Well it would have to be a Trump/Cruz ticket. I would welcome that hook up.
Cruz is smarter than that. Everyone chill.
Cruz has refused the media’s bait to denounce Trump, but he has not agreed with him. He said he wouldn’t have said what Trump said and he is too smart to do that.
He would not touch Trump with a ten foot pole to be his VP.
Ted Cruz Ping! Trump would never go for VP. Might as well offer him Secretary of Agriculture.
All you F.R.s need to get back on drugs!
Just who has been slacking?
Duly noted.
Ted Cruz is demonstrating his usual class toward Trump, but I don’t imagine Cruz takes him seriously. He understands that Trump is a liberal Democrat. He’d never have that on his ticket.
The principles of JFK and LBJ were fluid.
Pretty certain that’s not the case with Cruz.
Trump will never be #2 on anyone’s ticket.
Yes I agree. Trump never had a boss for 50 years since he became an adult, and I doubt he will want one at age 69.
Nope, Trump won’t play 2nd fiddle to anybody. That ain’t happenin...I Wouldn’t mind seeing Trump/Cruz, I don’t think Cruz is really ready to run the show anyway. A few years as VP though...I can see that going somewhere.
I’m waiting to see, but I get the feeling Trump may be in it for the long haul, I think he knew he’d lose some business. One thing you can’t call Trump is dumb.
I’m glad someone else sees it, I pegged Cruz as making a political move first time I saw his response to Trump’s statements. And as usual he handled it well.
These are the two the opposition fears the most. All you have to do is look at who the media is trying to ostracize. All the publicity has been mainly on these two, a little on Rubio, Paul is almost forgotten...
I think they’d make a killer tag team, and have been wondering if there’s a backroom agreement here.
Oh and if you can find it, read the book “The Dark Side of Camelot”. Really interesting read about JFK, he and LBJ hated each other, Kennedy thought LBJ embodied everything he hated about DC politics, Bobby called him an ogre. Reading between the lines, it sounds a lot like LBJ blackmailed his way into eh VP seat. John and Bobby had a list of people to pick from, LBJ was not on it. One half hour meeting and LBJ walked out VP, JFK was almost in tears...get the book, it’s good...
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