If the Republican Presidential race were decided on intensity of support, Ron Paul would be the frontrunner. Of course it's not, so Paul's constant showing of about 10% in nearly every poll allows the political class to treat him as a fringe candidate.
Whether or not you agree with his libertarian doctrines, he deserves more regard because of the loyalty he draws from his supporters and the importance of their votes. Handicappers will speculate on who will win Paul's voters when he is forced to drop out. I don't expect Paul to drop out, or for very many of his supporters to abandon him when the process comes down to the two-person race many anticipate between Mitt Romney and Herman Cain or Rick Perry. Instead, I could see Paul gaining support, especially if Cain's candidacy is blown up by sexual harassment charges.
Paul is the hero of libertarian voters.
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