[FourPeas]

I think it’s twofold.

First it’s exposure. Carson hit the media focus with his boldness at the prayer breakfast. Willingness to stand up to Barry made him a hero. He’s an underdog. He stood up to Barry and was attacked by liberal media — the same liberal media that’s now “attacking” his positions. The media killed it’s credibility in covering Carson after the prayer breakfast.

Second, it’s Carson’s response to the criticism. He’s been firm, but not obnoxious. The “pray for him” comment was perfect for appeal to evangelicals. His quiet confidence goes a long way.

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Carson hit the media focus with his boldness at the prayer breakfast. Willingness to stand up to Barry made him a hero.

We should be careful of politicians foisted on us by virtue of a single speech. Barkie went national at the 2004 Dumbocrap convention with his keynote.

But Barkie only faced Hillary after the Edwards meltdown. Carson, fortunately, faces much a steeper climb.