The National Journal asked top GOP leaders in D.C. who they prefer to win Iowa: Donald Trump or Ted Cruz? The answer?
It’s the $64,000 question for establishment-minded Republicans: Would they rather see Ted Cruz or Donald Trump win the Iowa caucuses, assuming none of the more moderate candidates prevail?
In an informal survey of senior GOP strategists, the clear winner was Trump. Their arguments were reasoned but underscored: a) how they’re still underestimating Trump; and b) how much they personally hate Cruz to the point where emotion is trumping strategy.
H/T: Erick Erickson.
Terry Schilling is the executive director of American Principles Project.
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DorisGilbertLauter Mike Lee likes Cruz just fine. That’s a good friend to have. Trump can keep “friends” like McConnell, McCain, Pelosi, Shumer, and Reid. Go ahead and judge a man by the company he keeps.
@Nebqt Not surprising. Cruz is not likable and has no friends in the Senate. Trump is one man that can’t be bought. Cruz is the one that would have to give in to the demands of his donors.
This isn’t surprising at all. They know Cruz is serious about his conservative principles. He proves it constantly. Trump’s #1 priority is Trump, thus, he’s more “persuadable”.
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