[ClearCase_guy]

Trump is innately fascinating to a lot of people. He understands media and marketing. He has a certain level of charisma.

He's talking about stuff that other people don't want to talk about.
He does not back down.
He is unafraid.

All of this is refreshing and may convince the public that smarmy, vapid career politicians (Hillary, Jeb) are not what the country needs.

I do not expect to vote for Trump. He is currently my #2 pick. But I do not expect to vote for Trump.

I'm for Cruz all the way, and in some respects I think that Trump helps Cruz. There is an overlap in their views and Cruz is actually a more mature, smarter and experienced politician. I think Cruz benefits from Trumps willingness to talk boldy early in the race.

[quantumman]

Trump does help Cruz. Cruz came out with favorable remarks about Trump the other day - their positions overlap on many issues and Trump has been somewhat of a lightening rod on issues other candidates (except Cruz) avoid. A Venn diagram on their supporters would have too much overlap for them to be running mates thought.

[patriotspride]

You and I are of like mind.

Nice post

[trisham]

Well said.