Cruz has no appeal outside of the conservative core and is far from well known. Rand, like Reagan, is a coalition builder who can pull the conservative, evangelical and libertarian vote all while siphoning a bit of DEM vote too.
I think its a bit odd that the GOP establishment is throwing out Cruz’s name on the heels of new polling which puts Rand on top of the 2016 field.
When James Carville gushes over Cruz, you can bet the Democrats are propping Cruz up early to go for the kill later. It is because of his issue of ineligibility as President that will become his downfall.
Its best to keep Cruz in the Senate. He would make a great majority leader!
Rand Paul? No, thanks.
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