You’d be right....IF debates were the only forum available to him. You’ll note that I mentioned them as an example. Look at all the Internet news outlets, discussion forums (like, well, this one), talk radio, Fox News, social media (HUGE)...there are more outlets for Conservative discussion and general public exposure than ever before.
Again, I’m not trying to be naive here in the least; I’m making the point that millions upon millions required to get your name and message out are simply no longer required.
Yes, the internet can be a great tool — but not everyone uses the internet like we do here at FR.
Many morons out there have no idea how to use it. Many older folks don’t get on it. My MIL comes to mind ...gets all her news from her liberal hometown paper and Newsweek.
We have friends who watch SNL and get their political news from such shows — and it’s totally frustrating.