I'm completely bummed out. Rand has been the one candidate out of everyone I've honestly really backed and wanted to see. The past few elections, I picked the better of two evils and voted Republican because it's where I side with the most, but wasn't a fan of McCain nor Romney. This election, I felt a connection and liking for Paul that I haven't had in awhile. Though it was a long shot, and honestly knew he likely would never stand a chance, I felt some momentum was going his way a bit lately, and a strong showing at the next debate could continue it.
Now I could honestly give a rats ass. I despise Trump and his idiotic remarks and still feel him even being in the running, let alone leading/2nd place is a complete disgrace to a party I've always supported. To me it's a joke he is, and what infuriates me to no end is that no matter what he says, no matter how wrong or off the wall it is, you have people who will back it. The concept of "Sheep" that is used quite frequently is a perfect example of some of Trump Supporters. The idea of Trump at first I honestly wasn't against, I even liked the idea, but as the months have gone on, that has turned to dislike. Half the time he acts like a little bitch when something doesn't go his way, or someone calls him out or says something about him. He's nothing more then a egotistical jackass who expects everyone to just praise and give him what he wants. There's no disputing he is a good businessman, and in doing so must be intelligent at least in business, but that alone doesn't make you a good President, and that alone doesn't mean you can say what you want without repercussion.
I'm sorry, I don't mean to offend anyone, but I've wanted to rant for awhile, and hearing about Rand dropping out has lit a fire under my ass. I don't despise Cruz, I don't despise Rubio, if I had to pick I'd probably go Rubio at this point, but neither were my favorite. Needless to say, if Trump get's the nomination, I will likely vote 3rd party or not at all, I will not vote Trump, and I certainly won't vote Clinton or Sanders. And I'm not alone in this, it's surprising some of my friends who are more far right then me stating "I don't know/think I can vote for Trump." Not that a few votes matter, but there are many that struggle with such an idea, and if gets nominated and wins the election, it won't be from me.
Needless to say, I will truly look down on the party as a whole if Trump is nominated.