So now that the debate is over - and closing statements done - my take is SIMPLY STRATEGICALLY SPEAKING:
* Rubio knew he had to target/pickup those Cubans in Florida to gain points. I think he did that, since he played to his advantage in that regard regarding the question of relations with Cuba. This will help him in Florida - but I do not think he will catch Trump overall, we will see.
* Trump stayed focused on what this debate was in play in this cycle - he focused on the concerns of the American worker. He excelled! This will be important in Ohio. He inspired the very spirit of the American worker by talking to them directly through their concerns. This was a huge A+ for Trump tonight, and will have huge dividends in Ohio and beyond. I think he has a great shot at winning Ohio.
* Kasich didn’t do bad, actually. He tuned into those things that are “his base” in Ohio. In that, he did well. But I think Trump has a great shot at Ohio and winner take all thanks to his outstanding performance tonight (again) speaking for the American worker.
* I think Cruz had the WORST night tonight. Not that he couldn’t speak to issues. It is just that he didn’t focus on WHAT ISSUES at this juncture in the election cycle. I think he will lose bigger both in Ohio and Florida now, and in other more Northern states.
Trump was the biggest winner tonight. No question about it.
Rubio for Post Master General.