Which 2016 Republican candidate do you support and why?

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Response by SSG Audwin Scott made Jan 26 at 2016 9:25 AM

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Neither!

Response by MSgt C Madd made Jan 26 at 2016 9:28 AM

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Senator Cruz, seems to be the closest constitutional conservative of the bunch.

Response by SGT William Howell made Jan 26 at 2016 9:30 AM

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Maybe Rubio, but the gene pool is pretty shallow this go around. Still better than a socialist and a compulsive lair.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2016 9:46 AM

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I am not voting for any of them. I don't think any of them are quality candidates. I also don't think any of the democratic candidates are quality. It amazes me that this is the best we have to offer to be the President of the U.S. Each of them have good sides but they also have weak sides. To me, none of their "good" sides outweigh their weaknesses.

Response by MSgt James Mullis made Jan 26 at 2016 9:50 AM

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I'm supporting Trump because I believe he is the only Republican candidate who has a shot at beating the Democrat candidate (whoever that ends up being). None of the other republican candidates can bring enough additional voters to the table, so they can win. Trump is both popular across the board and will bring disgruntled liberal voters to his side (no other candidate can do that). Cruz, Rubio, and Bush are the opposite, they will incite the Liberal Left to show up in large numbers, just to see that they don't win.

That said the Republican Primary system will make it extremely difficult for Trump to win the nomination, even if he has a clear majority of voters on his side. Because of the large number of superdelegates to the convention, Trump will need to win a 55% majority in the 15 states that give all their electoral votes to the majority winner. That's why the moneyed republican interests are still giving money to candidates who have no shot at getting more than a 10% vote. They are despoilers, being kept in place to ensure that Donald Trump loses and a traditional Party Republican wins.

Response by SGM Mikel Dawson made Jan 26 at 2016 10:10 AM

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If your going to do a poll, list then all. Ben Carson to me, will not get the vote, but he is the most thought provoking, stops to think what he says better than any of the others. Trump has the highest chance of getting it because he says what he thinks, others money can't buy him, and he's not afraid to face others. Ted Cruz is "fairly reliable" and has a track record some what to back him. Jeb Bush is a shirt tail joke and should just admit it.

My choices are listed in order except Jeb. I'd write in Micky Mouse before him.

Response by PO3 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2016 10:13 AM

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I follow my principles .... :) I would rather lose with principles than win without principles. :)

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2016 10:19 AM

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Marco Rubio. I think he's the conservative voice of reason and the right way ahead for our country.

Response by SGT Roberto Mendoza-Diaz made Jan 26 at 2016 10:19 AM

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Response by SGT Roberto Mendoza-Diaz made Jan 26 at 2016 10:20 AM

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Response by CDR Michael Goldschmidt made Jan 26 at 2016 10:24 AM

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It has become a game. The only one I could actually support is Rand Paul, but, like they did for his dad, the MSM has no interest in giving him air time. The call of liberty and fiscal responsibility has become a faint one. The laugh is that Rand is now considered an insider, when he, a first-term officeholder, has opposed out of control spending and filibustered to get the Obama Administration to admit it does NOT have the authority to kill American citizens on US soil without due legal process. You may remember that Eric Holder claimed "due process is not judicial process".

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2016 10:32 AM

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Neither!

Response by SGT Jimmy Carpenter made Jan 26 at 2016 10:49 AM

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Cruz because he is the closest constitutionalist of the bunch. Trump talks a good talk but it wasn't that long ago he was a democrat and donated lots and lots of money to them.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2016 11:17 AM

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I think Trump is a political buffoon. Cruz leaves much to be desired, Rubio would be a great VP and possibly POTUS after, Jeb is a great political mind that has a ton going against him, and the rest of the pool is very very shallow. I want a strong and decisive candidate from either side of the aisle that is willing to work together for the greatest good.

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2016 11:20 AM

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I liked Lindsay Graham, but Bush is now the only one standing who isn't an anti-immigrant xenophobe.

Response by LTC Paul Labrador made Jan 26 at 2016 11:21 AM

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None of the above. And I have the same answer for the Democratic candidates as well. NONE of the individuals running in 2016 impress me.

Response by MSG Brad Sand made Jan 26 at 2016 11:26 AM

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Because as we go farther into this, I find myself being less decided than I was when this all started. I think there are a bunch that need to go away. I think Trump, Rubio and Carson (who I am surprised not to be on your list) are possibles. I like Fiorina, but Trump bleeds off most of her support. Cruz is not eligible to hold the office if one takes the time to understand 'natural born' in Section 1 of Article Two of the United States Constitution...and because of that I have been able to also see what a hypocrite and fraud he is. I think Bush, Christie, and Kasich all steal each others air and if you could combine them or stop them from cannibalizing each others support, one could be an option? Right now, for me, it is ANYONE BUT CRUZ.

The good thing for the Republicans is that as bad as their mess is, it is still better than what the Democrats are offering up?

Response by SPC David S. made Jan 26 at 2016 11:31 AM

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At this point I would prefer a furlough candidate - this is not the best and brightest group from either side.

Response by SSG Warren Swan made Jan 26 at 2016 12:06 PM

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None. The Republicans flood the field with rather weak candidates, and got punked into liking Trump when he is known to flip flop just like Cruz. His own books tell it. The Dems thought Hillary was unbeatable, and had she not (she is still innocent until proven guilty in court) had the email issue, I believe she'd be in the White House. But even with that, they gave no real contenders, but "fill ins". I think the best thing for the Dems is to bring Joe in, move Hillary to the back, and move on. For the Republicans, ditch Trump and get someone who would be respected by all (don't have to like him, just respect the position), and they too move out. Neither party has a knock out punch, but if Hillary doesn't make it to court, I have a happy meal for anyone saying she'll be in the White House in 17. If all else fails, Kaiesch for the republicans and O'Malley for the dems.

Response by 1st Lt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2016 12:11 PM

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Easy...Trump

All American
No politician
Speaks with strength
Surrounds himself with educated people then makes tough decisions without any fear of recourse
Wears the American flag with pride
Loves veterans
Businessman
Wants to protect Americans and America

All others can't hold a candle to him.

Response by SSG Michael Scott made Jan 26 at 2016 12:15 PM

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Ok, I am being completely honest here and remember, you have to work with what you have gotten, because, it could be a lot worse. My first pick would be Ted Cruz. Why? He follows the US Constitution and took the same oath I did to serve the United States of America. He tells it like it is, and he is not a coward. Second, I would choose Donald Trump. Why? The man speaks his mind, confronts individuals who want to cause commotion all the time. He is business oriented. He does not lie like the current president. Oh, both of them have values, morals, and principals. Plus, the two of them believe in God and Jesus Christ.

Now, for the Donkey's. I would not vote for a lying, cheating, incompetent b!@#h for all of her lies, especially with Benghazi, the emails, the money donations from other countries, and her negligence of handling classified and top secret information on national security. I want safety for my country, family, and community. I do not want anyone to mess with my guns, retirement, and take away Veteran's benefits and healthcare for the very people who fought for theirs and others. I do not want
migrants or immigrants coming into the US without have a complete background check, and our country to have a system in place. I do not want to have the problem like Europe is having now, because it would not be pretty here in the US. Own our land, there would be no rules of engagement.

Response by CW3 Jim Norris made Jan 26 at 2016 12:15 PM

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I was a Carson guy. Then his percentages chances of winning Iowa went to hell. So Cruz is the most logical second choice, since the only other true outsider is Trump. I will support whom ever is the Republican nominee, for I truly believe that this election is the last that we will see under a semi-Constitutional Republic if either Clinton or Saunders is elected.

Response by Lt Col Timothy Parker, DBA made Jan 26 at 2016 12:22 PM

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Interesting question. For me, I'd support the candidates who think rationally and does not pander to the "money" (unrealistic, I know). I also prefer someone who has a trustworthy support network. Finally, I prefer someone who behaves "presidential" now more or less (as opposed to hoping for the presidential demeanor to appear once in office). So far, not much to pick from. In my opinion, Trump and Cruz are loose cannons based on their extreme opinions. Rubio may be too junior and inexperienced. Bush doesn't appear to have "executive presence" but has others he can rely upon (brother W. and dad H. W.).

My other concern is some translate "business smarts" into political smarts - not the same thing (this is the "great man/woman theory" meaning if a person is successful in one area he/she must be brilliant in all areas, which isn't necessarily so). Trump can't realistically take some of the positions he has supported if he is elected (same with Cruz). Just my humble opinion.

Response by 1SG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2016 1:15 PM

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I have struggled with this some, and that is pretty unusual for me. It ended up being a process of elimination.
Trump is well... Trump. He's a chameleon, and I despise that trait in a politician. I think he would do well for the country in economic matters, but is clearly out of his depth elsewhere.
Cruz says some good things... but I am of the belief he would not be able to do anything in the face of Congressional leadership that can't stand him. Effectiveness matters.
Jeb is done. I don't know why folks even thought he had a chance, aside from money. He comes off as a wuss, and we don't need one of those. He reminds me too much of Mitt Romney.
Rubio is charismatic. I wonder about his experience, though. I very much value his command of foreign policy issues. As of today, he is my first choice.
I want to like Chris Christie. I really do. I know him to be tough and effective. He doesn't seem to be garnering support, though. He is my second choice.
Rand Paul is an outlier - which is a good thing, I suppose. His voice is a needed one, and I admired his stand against domestic surveillance. But his isolationism is something I can't look past.
Carly Fiorina talks a good game, but when the rubber met the road, she failed dismally as CEO of Hewlett Packard, taking a company that was dominant in the printer market and making it a poorly performing PC maker by purchasing Compaq. I want a winner.
Governor Kasich has a lot going for him, and he has presided over an amazing turnaround in Ohio. He is my third choice.

The others are too low in the polls to even really mention.

Response by SMSgt Thor Merich made Jan 26 at 2016 1:40 PM

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I am not sure yet, but I am leaning towards Trump as of right now. I like Cruz and Carson too. I hope that one of them breaks away from the pack soon. We need a strong Reagan-like leader in this country and I am not really seeing any of them filling that roll. Put me down as undecided but hopeful as our current situation cannot be tolerated any longer.

Response by LTC Bink Romanick made Jan 26 at 2016 1:48 PM

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LTC Yinon Weiss None, I'm a lifetime democrat.

Response by Sgt Kelli Mays made Jan 26 at 2016 2:17 PM

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Marco Rubio, then Ted Cruz and Dr. Ben Carson.

Response by Cpl Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2016 2:18 PM

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Cruz! His voting record is the closest to a Constitutionalist in my opinion. I'm sick of the embedded lifetime self appointed leaders who no longer understand "representative republic." As a Texan who voted for him during the Senatorial and runoff election, he's done his state responsibility with regard to representation.

Response by SSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2016 4:14 PM

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Trump. Every politician says stupid and some ' Hillary' are sociopathic liars. The same politicians who screwed this country are marginalizing, perhaps a bit caustic, but just as qualified. Imho.

Response by LCDR Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2016 4:49 PM

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For me, as there are no candidates currently on the Democrat ticket I'd even think of voting for...I would vote for any of the Republican candidates who secured the nomination. That said, I'd like to think Ted Cruz could get elected, but I don't. I suppose I'll hold my nose and vote for the "Donald" because despite my misgivings...I think he understands that "Rome is the Mob" and could maybe get elected. If he does, I'll be interested in seeing how he staffs his cabinet, and whether or not he makes wise choices on advisers for foreign policy and defense. Either way...it's really about who he picks as VP, because I don't see a second term in his future, though he could pick the "Heir Apparent".

Response by SFC Thomas Twigg made Jan 26 at 2016 5:01 PM

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There have always been a few items that matter the most to me. First, the right to life. Second, the right to bear arms. Third, national defense. The right to life is a gift from God. I will never support anyone who believes in abortion for any reason. Second, the right to bear arms is a fundamental principal that our founding fathers believed in. That we have a right to protect our life, property, and our liberty. Ted Cruz is the only candidate that has defined that right all the way to the SCOUS.

Response by SMSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 26 at 2016 7:57 PM

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The democratic side offers America a sleazy lifelong politician who would easily fit in as a character on House of Cards (and give Kevin Spacey a run for his money on crookedness and sleaze), hard to believe she is an actual candidate and not in jail! The other is an outspoken socialist, a non-starter for me. For the GOP, Trump is an undeniable narcissistic egomaniac with ideas that will never be reality but sound good on the surface. Cruz was never my favorite but is the only real prospect as a conservative constitutionalist. I liked Carly Fiorina and Ben Carson carson had me intrigued right until he unveiled his pacifist ideas, kind of expected from a medical professional (thats not a dig, just reality). Carly would have been the best "outsider" with some level of qualifications, not sure why she never got traction. I suppose I will unenthusiastically wave my Ted Cruz 2016 flag at this point.

Response by Capt Brandon Charters made Jan 26 at 2016 8:03 PM

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In the debates, I've been most impressed with Rubio out of the GOP field.

Response by SrA Matthew Knight made Jan 27 at 2016 3:58 AM

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I don't know yet. I had high hopes for Rubio at first but he just hasn't wowed anyone enough to really become popular. I liked Carson during his rise but he started saying things that he should have just kept to himself and ruined himself. Cruz has started to sound good but the whole Citizenship thing has come into question with him being born in Canada that could ruin his chances. And as for Jeb, I kind of like Jeb but I think his family name is his downfall at this point.

Trump I can't stand but unfortunately it's looking like he might be the one on the ticket. All of the rest like Christie, Fiorina and whoever else I just haven't seen or heard enough about to really form any opinion on.

Response by PO3 David Fries made Jan 27 at 2016 6:28 AM

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None of the above. At the end of the day, there is not a single candidate, neither Republican nor Democrat, that I believe is worthy of the position of Commander In Chief.

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 27 at 2016 6:41 AM

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I lean towards Ted Cruz. I believe he has the moxie to right the ship and get this country on the right track. None are perfect! The best you can do is support the one who best matches your own ideas.

Response by SPC Nathan Freeman made Jan 27 at 2016 10:09 AM

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Ted Cruz is a constitutionalist who has actually memorized the Constitution and has debated and won debates (including with his professors) at Princeton. He has a long track record of defending conservative values.

Donald Trump should be running as a Democrat. He doesn't have any conservative values. He was the first to put strip clubs in casinos. He has spent decades supporting the campaigns of liberals. Most importantly, he is an ego maniac and we have already had eight years of that.

Response by Col Joseph Lenertz made Jan 27 at 2016 12:19 PM

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Cruz. I actually thought my ideas aligned more with Rubio until I did some checking on voting records and policy positions. But Cruz's foreign policy is less interventionist and his desire to reduce size of government and increase oversight of social welfare abuse has brought me over. I think overall he would spend less money and reduce the number of regulations which harm small businesses today. Here's one comparo that's decent: http://www.nationalreview.com/article/428855/ted-cruz-marco-rubio-republican-primary-fight

Cruz vs. Rubio

Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio are both senators from the conservative wing of the Republican party looking to amplify their small differences in the GOP primary.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 27 at 2016 2:33 PM

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Trump. His stern believes and drive to America beautiful again is what our land needs.

Response by Capt Richard I P. made Feb 12 at 2016 7:59 PM

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Response by TSgt Ken Bachmeier made Feb 23 at 2016 5:13 PM

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The ONE to ELECT, is Kasitch. He has the experience, and sensibility to make the well being of the country his primary concern, and NOT SO MUCH the parties concern.

Response by Sgt William Coffee made Feb 23 at 2016 5:47 PM

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NONE ! !

Response by PO1 Cliff Heath made Mar 14 at 2016 4:56 PM

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Just tired of lifelong politicians who are owned by lobbyist, the more they hate him the more i like him.

Response by MSgt Neil Greenfield made Apr 7 at 2016 9:25 PM

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The only one that sounds reasonable to me is Kasich at this point. But he doesn't really have a chance.

Response by 2LT Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 8 at 2016 11:08 PM

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Support Ted Cruz for the following reasons:
1. He is consistent in his message, demeanor, and conversation.
2. I'm from New York City and Donald Trump is a crook.
3. He has elaborated on sensitive issues respectfully and thoughtfully more than the 'Front Runner'.
4. I refuse to use the anti-establish politician argument as a valid approach to picking a candidate.