From a conservative standpoint, there is much to like about Trump. The colorful way in which he brings certain needful issues to the forefront of discussion is refreshing. Liberals are appalled, which is typically a nice byproduct of such discussions. However, if you remember 2012, several contenders had their day in the sun only to eventually fall by the wayside. I think that when conservatives eventually focus more on some of Trump’s earlier statements and less on the temporary thrill of the moment (exciting as it may be), Trump’s support will diminish among conservatives. Although his spot at the top will likely be seized by one of the Bush, Rubio, Paul, Walker, Christie group, it is my hope (fragile as it might be) that the top spot will eventually yield to a Cruz, Santorum, Jindal type of candidate.
Enjoy the thrill of the moment. Revel in it. But keep an eye on the long road ahead as well.
The other day another FReeper said that if it came down to this in 2016: Hillary (Dem.), Jeb (GOP) and The Donald (Indy), that is a 3-way race that Trump will win.
Normally, I wouldn’t give a Third Party candidate the chance of that proverbial snowball in hell. But, I think our FReeper friend could very well be right on this one.