I agree. For most voters, a vote for Rubio for VP is not a vote for his qualifications, but a statement to themselves and others that they’re a “good” person, not prejudice against Hispanics. Like buying a Prius. Or voting for Obama.
BTW, does “Rubio” translate to “Rube” in English?
Interest in Rubio is a lot more than just his family heritage. He is an excellent communicator, has conservatism in his ‘gut’ due to his family’s move from Communist Cuba. He knows what a tyrant is, and understands freedom. There are times when he speaks that I hear Reagan circa 1965-1980. Highly articulate, unambiguously conservative, and gifted in clear, direct communication.
He’s got more upside than any politician I have seen since Reagan, if he stays true and stops using liberal speak on immigration. (immigration seems to be the Achilles heel for anyone from Texas or Florida, unfortunately)
I think DC insiders see hispanic, and Florida electoral votes, but base voters (immigration aside) see the articulate leadership we have all been desperate to find.
I honestly don't know but I think it should be a FreeRepublic rule.