If I had to guess I doubt he cares about the specifics of any of the candidates. I think hes only concerned about wining and the part he might play in winning.
I think the Cruz thing is all appeasement of certain people in his life.
I dunno. He seems to have a heart, and he revels in politics. Hard to not have a favorite. I'm cynical and nonchalant in the extreme, and I have a favorite.
-- I think hes only concerned about wining and the part he might play in winning. --
That was a quality he attributed to the "wet behind the ears" pundits too, those who are looking for career advancement. They become invested in their role as influencing the way people view issues and candidates. It's exactly the same role Limbaugh sees himself in.
-- I think the Cruz thing is all appeasement of certain people in his life. --
That could be. I believe he is a good actor, and able to disguise and hide certain parts of himself. Part of the acting job is to convince the audience that you are always genuine.