SCOTT WALKER DROPPING OUT OF THE RACE. According to the New York Times, the Wisconsin Governor will announce his withdrawal from the presidential race at 6:00 pm tonight. Which is a real shame, as Walker was one of the very few on the stage last week who has proved that he has the wherewithal to stand up and fight–and win–against lib-progs on their own turf, repeatedly. (And, I might add, he’s the only candidate with the advantage of being a Green Bay Packers fan).
The big question for us in Virginia is, of course, where does Walker’s organization go now that their candidate has gone away? Walker’s state chairman is Sen. Mark Obenshain (R-Harrisonburg), who is one of the most popular politicians in the state. It’s a terrible bit of bad luck for Obenshain to have backed a seemingly strong candidate only to see him back out well over six months before the results will start to take shape. More as things develop.
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Who will the Kochs cut next month? Paul’s out, Carly is in? Then Cruz goes home?
No Honey, No Money.
As I commented on a month ago here at TBE to an article you authored, a nice guy but a very poor campaigner from what I could see and a strangely uncomfortable public speaker in front of large groups. I was amazed when I first heard him speak but on the second opportunity clearly saw this just wasn’t his strength and in a crowded field clambering for sound bytes that can be deadly. Next up in my opinion will be Rand Paul. I’ve spoken with several Ron Paul supporters recently and they appear rather disappointed with son Rand. Trying to span and ride herd over several constituencies must be challenging particularly when their policy positions often stand in such stark opposition. What a strange, strange presidential primary season this is turning out to be and one with a load of twists and turns to come. As an aside have heard him twice now and Trump does NOT speak extemporaneously, that is plain BS, works off a set of small note queues. The reality up close looks a lot less imposing then the self perpetuated legend.
Too many cooks in the kitchen….but take heart, Walker would be an excellent Veep for Carly.