I’m not sure how much validity to give this straw poll of 7th CD Republican convention delegates by The Bull Elephant, but the conclusion is intriguing: “a large and unexpected lead by Dave Brat over Eric Cantor, and Shak Hill as a continuing but distant threat to frontrunner Ed Gillespie.” One more conclusion that should give the Can’tor folks significant heartburn: his “opposition isn’t just among fire-breathing Tea Party-types, but also among a significant portion of the GOP base in the 7th who prefer the “mainstream” candidate for Senate.” Thoughts? Time for yet more popcorn? 🙂
P.S. Click here for my original story about the stunning defeat this weekend of Eric Cantor’s close ally as 7th CD GOP Chair.



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