A few very BAD choices can taint a candidate for life, or at least the length of an election.
In this case, the initial support of TPA, Corker, and Cruz’s (apparent) unwillingness to be bold on the immigration problem have tainted him in the eyes of many.
Long, consistent track record.
Highest conservative ratings by every conservative organization that gives them.
Did exactly what he promised unlike Rubio and the rest of the politicians.
Hated by all the right people.
Don’t be fooled by the deceptive hit pieces.