I've been all-in with these people since 1995 (with the exception of two years starting eleven years ago when I went two falls out of three with cancer, the Big C, as John Wayne used to call it).
If Bush or Romney or Paul get the nod, I think I would rather walk barefoot through shattered glass than work for any one. The higher on the ticket we went, the more one-way it became. When George W did everything in his power to destroy the Republican brand, I struggled against the current to help it survive. When that used-kleenex brain left office, he said I was a bloviator. I'm not positive what that is, but I don't think it's a complement.
I worked hard for Romney several years ago. When he lost, I felt really lousy. Since then, on the salient issues, he convinced me if he had been elected, he would have done zip but embarrass me.
We now have another Bush in the middle of the hunt. On salient issues he has done zip but groin kick me. If he gets the nod, he will expect my effort and support. I'm confident Rand Paul isn't my guy. He seems to like to embarrass Republicans when he gets the chance.
With these people it's all one-way. I don't even get insincere lip service.
I think I could work for Cruz with enthusiasm. These other clowns would make me want to resign in favor of a series of extra dry, extra delicious martinis.
Ted will have a tough go at wrestling the nomination away from the established money managers aka the GOPe. They have their hands out to whoever bids them the best price. Yes, they are political whores.
I hope Ted gets the nod but if he doesn’t he has a good shot, perhaps a better shot at running as an independent. Because in 2012, Independents made up 24% of the electorate. But in 2014 they comprised an astounding 42%! (It’s true; look it up.) And Independents are not squishy moderates. They are persons who are fed up with both parties. They like Ted Cruz, a lot.
Another way to burn the one-way DC aristocracy is to join the COS Project (http://www.conventionofstates.com). Look into it. But before you do, watch Mark Levin’s Tour De Force speech before ALEC:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tdZuV8JnvvA
Keep your head up. Stay the conservative course. ..
Sounds like you’ve had a hell of a ride, but it’s time for a new one.
Get behind Cruz and push for West in a supportive role.
We can do this!