It's easy to forget that most folks do not immerse themselves in the Political World as we do here. At one time, the campaigns did not begin until Labor Day and we've been at it for several months already. I think a lot of folks out there just began to take notice after the debate. And the fact that Ted got a nice bump is very encouraging.
I've been at it steady for 30 years...since a young'un....not months. But to your point, it's a very easy simple blunt and effective tactic to call it radical Islamic terror and point out the liberals will not do so. That's a great way to muscle into a few % of the low info minds. I stand by my point..this is a good move on Cruz' part. And yes, it is encouraging he got a debate bump....he didn't have enough questions to really accomplish much....so I'm doubly glad.