You talked to Fred? That deserves a post of its own!
I cannot say for sure that he’s out. I can say that his chances are almost negligible, and diminishing rapidly. Perhaps he could win in a brokered convention ... but, it wouldn’t surprise me if he drops out before my state (Texas) votes — and I’d be equally unsurprised if Giuliani is out before Texas.
I’m scrounging for a third choice.
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