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Marco Rubio is the next nominee I will review as a Presidential contender. This one is the most difficult for me because I’m already leaning in his direction but it’s important for me to pull away from my biases and state the facts good, bad and in-between to determine whether this emotional pull is based on facts on the ground not one’s in my mind. As always I welcome with open arms your comments.
POSITIVE
1.LOOK- Senator Rubio has the look that can appeal to those “independent” to swing his way.
2. CONSERVATIVE- He has a consistent conservative record even stating he would rather stand for life then any elected office.
3.IMMIGRATION- Marco has stated his goal is to build consensus on this issue by securing the border first and only then see if he can build consensus on what to do with those who have come across the country illegally. His record shows that he will pull out of pushing legislation against the will of the people instead of forcing it upon them (Obamacare, Dodd Frank etc)
4. LIFE EXPERIENCE- This should be stated with Ted Cruz as well for their background is the story of the American Dream from rags to middle class and beyond.
5. YOUNG- Senator Rubio’s youthful look can draw young people to the Republican party and therefore build on it’s growth.
6. CONSISTENTLY BEATS DEMOCRATS- Marco Rubio consistently wins polls against any Democratic nominee that would run against him. This would make the general election race the easiest for us to win.
7. GREAT SPEAKER- Other then last weeks poor debate performance (in one spot) Marco has had the greatest speaking skills of any of the nominees.
NEGATIVE
1. LOOK –For some Senator Rubio looks to young for this position
2. EXPERIENCE- Senator Rubio doesn’t have the extensive resume of his opponents (Jeb Bush, John Kasich) .
3. HIGH EXPECTATIONS- Where others might flub a line or two Marco Rubio isn’t expected to perform as such and if it occurs those mistakes are painted in more bold colors then in others.
4. GO NEGATIVE- Does the Senator have the ability to attack his opponents and inflict injury as a Donald does in a general election? He had one brilliant moment with Jeb Bush in a previous debate but can he revive this skill for this Saturday’s debate
5. GRASSROOTS- Is there a strong loyal grassroots network in effect that can pull him through this entire race?
6. PASSIONATE SUPPORTERS- It appears the Senator doesn’t have the passionate supporters of a Ted Cruz or Donald Trump.
Jeb Bush, John Kasich, and Ben Carson coming soon…
The focus of this blog introspective will be on Ted Cruz and his strengths and weaknesses he brings to the Republican Presidential competition. Ted Cruz appears to have just the right parts (money, support, grown game) to stay in this race to the bitter end and even get the nomination but is he your best choice? I will again start with the positive and then the negative so you can get the full view. I again warmly request your comments as well.
POSITIVE
1. CONSISTENT CONSERVATIVE- Ted Cruz has a Conservative record in his policy decisions that has been shown for many years. There are always a few minuses that his competitors will bring up but they are much less then most.
2. STAND ALONE- Senator Cruz isn’t afraid to stand alone on an issue that he believes in no matter what the personal consequences might be.
3. ORGANIZATION- The Senator has produced an excellent grass roots campaign that appears to be unmatched by his competitors in the race.
4. DETERMINED SUPPORTERS-Ted Cruz strong actions have produced loyal followers throughout the country that will be with him throughout the electoral process.
5. INTELLIGENT- Even his strongest critics can’t argue with his brilliance.
6. WHITE HOUSE EXPERIENCE- Senator Cruz has actually worked in the White House in a policy role.
NEGATIVE
1.GRANDSTANDING- Many of his actions (closing down government) had a poor chance of being successful with this administration and only benefited his own political aspirations.
2. STAND ALONE- His stances against those in power may make it difficult to find allies in the legislative branch to pass his agenda.
3. LOOK- He has the appearance of a used car salesman and his performance on stage appears to theatrical.
4. DETERMINED DETRACTORS- Ted Cruz has some of the most virulent critics who will stop at almost nothing from having him enter 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
5. EXTREME LABEL- Senator Cruz wears it with pride but it could bring out those on the fence to vote against him.
One’s family name is not greater then another neither shall we belittle the great name we carry, that is what I believe is the significant message of the Bible/Torah portion that I’ve read. For the Kohen (Spiritual leader) was commanded by G-D to carry an Ephod (religious vest) which contained the names of the twelve tribes 6 on one stone and 6 on the other. G-D didn’t say make the tribe of Joseph larger because of their great accomplishment or neither make the tribe of Judah smaller even with some difficult moments in their past. For even if there were problems in our family history we should look to the good side that they’ve shown and honor it by keeping those values in our heart and soul as if they were imprinted in the stone of our being today.
The one ingredient that has separated American politics from the European is not the ocean between us but the Constitution and free enterprise system we have held dear until today. Bernie Sanders is a Democratic Socialist who believes that the government must play a leading role in our economic future, which is contrary to the free market system that has built great wealth for the people of this country and the world for over 20o years. Donald Trump has proposed “solutions” to problems that surely would be challenged if not overthrown by the courts (banning Muslim travel to the U.S.,) for their unconstitutionality. Similar to what is occurring in our White House today (Not enforcing Immigration law, EPA making laws, Regulating our 2nd Amendment, Obamacare mandates etc). Come to think of it the move to European Socialism has been in effect for c. 7 years under the Obama Administration and for most the pain continues to build. Therefore let us look to a leader who truly believes in what makes America special for the over 200 years our Constitution under G-D and the Free Market System and let the pain of the last few years go away instead of grow.
The Democratic Presidential Candidate will just have to travel to South Carolina before the primary to find garbage to slime the Republican Presidential Candidate with and the sad thing is it will be paid for and put together by those same Republican’s. In 2008 Newt Gingrich gave this ammunition to Barrack Obama and he used it to shoot deep holes in the Republican nominee Mitt Romney. Today some of those ads (see below) have already begun yet the race in South Carolina has just started. All the Democratic candidate will need to do is to take those ads edit a change here or there and say paid for Hillary Clinton, Bernie Sanders or Joe Biden (I think he’s going to jump in). The question that must be asked of these Republican candidates is it more important in the end for them to win individual or the nation as a whole? If it is the later (G-D willing) then be carefully what seeds you leave in the ground for they may grow into a poison that will sicken our country as a whole.
Ted Cruz ad campaign against Marco Rubio
Ted Cruz ad campaign against Donald Trump
To win the CBS South Carolina debate this Sunday will require unique skills and knowledge that haven’t been observed in the previous debates which include the following points (below). For those that have already decided will have to reason to change their vote and those that are undecided will have to hear something new to catch their attention.
(1) STOCK MARKET CRASH- Most American’s are being hurt by this downturn but it needs to be explained how it effects Mr. & Mrs Smith and what we can do to get out of it.
(2) SELF DEPRECATING – A candidate must be willing to go out of his (sorry Carly is out) way to find humor in a character or mistake they have made in the past.
(3) PERSONAL- It’s important that this individual tell how their life experiences relate to those that are watching and how they “feel their pain” (bite your lip if you must)
(4) OUTSIDE ATTACKS-Try not to name those that you are attacking or they have a chance for rebuttal but attack their persona in a way that is obvious to the viewer.
(5) NAMED ATTACKS- Start with a compliment then hit them with attack allowing them the chance to look bad on rebuttal.
(6) PAST ACCOMPLISHMENT IN STORY NOT RESUME- Tell how your past experiences (wins & losses) make you uniquely qualified for the job without resume building.
(7) PAINT A PICTURE- Make sure the words you use illustrate a grand vision that the viewer can hold onto till the voter booth.
They say that things occur in 3’s and now that this has occurred in the last few days I can’t wait for the positive 3 to change my path (G-D willing) . This week my pick for the Superbowl got eaten by some Bronco’s, the New Hampshire Primary was cruel to my favorite Marco Rubio and my cookies failed to win, place, or draw in a local baking contest. I do see some light at the end of this tunnel as Chris Christie has vacated the race but that light was dimmed as Carly Fiorina decided to hand in the towel as well. Yet that’s a 50/50 split so I guess things are improving. I’ll keep you informed of ( G-D willing) when the new positive 3’s enter into my life.
The trip took me over 4 1/2 hours of solitary drive time in horrible snow conditions but I’d do it again in a heartbeat. For the people of New Hampshire couldn’t be more friendly and you could talk about politics without fear of someone’s head blowing up. I personally met many of the top contenders for the G.O.P Presidential Race ( Marco Rubio, Ted Cruz shown above) with a different look then you get from watching it on the boob tube. Yes I know the pictures are sideways but I told you it was a unique look. I met these men with depth rather then the caricatures the news media portrays and their incredible volunteers/staff that come around the country and even world to take a pivotal role in getting them this far. If you haven’t got involved in Presidential Politics it’s not too late and there probably won’t be snow coming this way as South Carolina is the next tour on this exciting trip in the Presidential race.
I’m sorry not only for my horrible prediction on the Superbowl but by slacking off on my capitalist instinct. For today I’m embarrassed to admit that I’ve missed not one but several of the million dollar commercials. I know what excuse can I give you for missing a commercial worth over 1.5 million dollars but that I have to get up early to eat breakfast with G-D willing the next President of the United States and be somewhat awake. I apologize to mh fellow Capitalist and promise to be better in the future.