[LuvFreeRepublic]

If Santorum had been vetted and attacked as Newt has, Santorum would NOT be doing as well as Newt is, and his negatives would be very high. In addition, while Santorum’s positions on social issue are praised/liked here on FR, they don't go over real well with the general population. In addition, those that want the spending under control, debt reduced and taxes lowered, don't see Santorum as the person who will do that. Have a nice day.

[phil413]

I agree that some of RS’s positions are somewhat unpalatable with the general population but unfortunately it will be very hard for Gingrich to undo the negatives that have built up over many years. Again, let me re-emphasize that if he’s the pick, I’ll support him. I’m more anti-Obama than pro-GOP. But I would just hope that everyone would support Romney if he’s the pick. I’ve heard time and again that he’s no better than Obama. Baloney! “The enemy of better is best”.