Ben Carson is officially an establishment tool. He’s not running a campaign and hasn’t been since november. His campaign has raised more money than anyone else and he enjoys the private jets and luxury accommodations. His only mission is to depress Cruz with the help and blessing of the Republican establishment.
Their positions aren't that different, are they?
Would Cruz gain if Carson dropped out? Probably. Would he automatically collect all or even most the Carson votes? I doubt it.
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His campaign is flat broke.