Ted Cruz has a phony facial expression that betrays the conceit that he is the smartest person in the room. He is probably right, at least when he is staring at his contenders for the Republican nomination. Cruz capped off an ivy league education with a degree from Harvard Law School. His rhetorical skills were honed as national debate champion and Texas Solicitor General. More importantly, he is the top GOP political tactician.
From his first day in the Senate, Cruz surveyed the potential presidential field. He was locked out of the establishment slot by Jeb, pre-bridgegate Christy, Walker, Rubio, and potentially Kasich. His attacks on his own party leadership were strategic. He positioned himself near the line, so no hits could get through to his right.
His analysis was flawless. Current polls show that disgust with party leadership, has anti-establishment candidates dominating. But as a religious man Cruz should appreciate that, "Man plans, God laughs." Cruz is hanging on as Trump's rump, hoping for a turn around. But, if Trump falters, Cruz is best positioned to pick up the droppings.
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