I was a Cruz supporter. I didn't trust Trump because he was an unknown. I wasn't sure if he was running for fame, or because he meant what he said. I knew Cruz could counter-punch. I voted for Trump, and I'm really glad he won and I ended up being wrong, but Cruz isn't swamp. He's just been in the game long enough to learn to compromise.

I used to see that as an asset. Now I realize compromising with the democrats is shaking hands with death. I hope Cruz has come to the same conclusion. His Twitter game is strong, and he has the bonifides, but I'll have to be convinced he can stand against the political machine if I'm ever going to back him for president again.