Republicans Think They’ll Outfox Trump? Think Again

The Daily Beast ^ | 04/18/2016 | Adam Goodman

[JBW1949]

Exactly right....

[cba123]

Completely wrong.

Cruz won’t do well against any democrat. He is only doing a bit well now, because he is completely threatening the authenticity of the entire GOP primary system.

Cruz will lose BIG, if he somehow manages to be the nominee.

Historically big.

Go Trump.

[CA Conservative]

If they try that kind of chicanery they will be finding out if you can have a political party without voters.

Trump voters are a minority of the party, and only a portion of that minority would go off into the irrelevance of a 3rd-party. I'm not saying it wouldn't have some impact, but nearly as much as the Trumpkins like to envision.

[taildragger]

Excellent analysis. With that said, maybe Trump will be the man to deliver the not so good news metaphorically tomorrow, aka "Ted, your Fired"...

[jim35]

Trump is such a genius deal maker yet can’t even figure out the primary system and resorts to cheating claims. If Trump’s IQ matches his verbal skills it is about 85.

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Hmmm, seems like you are confused. Trump is a highly successful businessman who has won big in a highly competitive world, and has drawn millions of new voters. Cruz is a slimy sleazebag, who spits on democracy, wants to be awarded the election by party bosses, and repulses every decent person. Cruz supporters must be very proud of their “candidate.”

[JayGalt]

A really intelligent person can speak simply. Trump doesn’t need to impress people with ten dollar words. That would stand in the way of connecting with people and connecting with people has been essential to Trump’s success in business. It will also be vital to the deal making needed for an effective Trump Presidency

Simplicity of speech is a beneficial approach to life for many reasons not least of all because others underestimate you and then you can get the drop on him/her.

This quote speaks to one of the essential differences between Trump & Cruz.

“Most people do not listen with the intent to understand; they listen with the intent to reply.” – Stephen Covey

[tennmountainman]

LOL. Now that would be very fun.
Millions of us showing up in Cleveland.
The GOPe’s would be p!$$ing in their pants or pants suits.

[Nervous Tick]

Confident “smack talk”, yes — but only “smack talk”, not accurate future-telling.

I believe differently, and I’m willing to wait and see.

[CA Conservative]

And that is why actually getting your supporters selected as delegates is an important part of the process - one that Trump has ignored until now.

[JayGalt]

Another statement without proof..way to go.

[TomGuy]

from: RNC Convention ‘Rule 40’ May Have Unexpected, Shocking Result

So according to the rules, Trump is the only candidate—at this time—who qualifies to be nominated.

A similar claim that Trump has reached the magic 8 number is in this WSJ article:

40 Is the New 1,237

It seems that Trump has met the Rule 40 requirement, as of April 1. Cruz had not. Kasich would have to win all of the delegate in seven of the remaining states.

[Forward the Light Brigade]

He’s a Deal maker—a brokered convention will be a piece of cake for Donald Trump. He’s a lot smarter than people give him credit for. You don’t take a million dollars and make it in to 10 Billion by being stupid. Yes, he has a funny accent, strange hair, and a brash New York Style but he will never give up! We needd his leadership skills NOW.

[Lurkinanloomin]

Currently a bigger slice than Cruzloyalists.

[cba123]

Trump is a very strong candidate. He appeals to a (large) number of people across the spectrum. His appeal is a lot like Reagan’s was.

He is for America.

He is for American jobs. He is for our borders, and our military. He is winning, and you just can’t get, that he is a very strong candidate.

You and the entire GOP establishment, are backing the wrong guy.

[jim35]

Thank you for that articulate, well-reasoned discussion.
When all else fails, ad hominem is such an effective persuasive technique.
I am beginning to believe all those polls that show Trump winning big among the less intellectually capable.

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Were you polishing your monocle in the library when you wrote this? What a great intellect you must have. You must be a great self admirer.

[JayGalt]

Ya think Trump voters are in the minority?
The daily caucus on FR suggests you are wrong, the enormous turnout at rallies throughout the country suggests you are wrong, all the polls where he is ~50% and the other candidates are at ~20% suggests you are wrong but don’t give up hope, pigs can fly sometimes, Right?

[heshtesh]

Republicans Think They’ll Outfox Trump? Think Again

Somebody must not think Cruz is a Republican, because as far as i’ve noticed Cruz has been out foxing Trump .....HARD!!!

[TomGuy]

how many billions have YOU made?

I am working on my second million.




I gave up on the first million a long time ago.

:)

[CA Conservative]

So according to the rules, Trump is the only candidate—at this time—who qualifies to be nominated.

Cruz also has a majority of bound delegates from more than 8 states.

[tennmountainman]

You will get what you always get.

Nothing.

What has the GOP done for you the last 30 years?