You nailed the concise HMFIC analysis. That is exactly what is going on.
As for Bray’s analysis, on target as well. Trump has changed the entire template of the debate to his and Cruz’s favor as far as the electorate goes. Giving up on “newsroom analysis” so many years ago is very refreshing and invigorating.
I am embarking on my own path for an alternative GOTV program. Essentially, it will be a CPAC type road show. I will be wrapping the back door of my racing trailer with their graphics so as I travel the roads of this country, I can do my part to promote it.
I love how Trump lends his megaphone to Citizens whose families are victimized by Illegal Aliens