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Originally Posted by Jet Gorgon  ^ I think Paul lost out on his lack of social skills and ability to connect with everyman. |
No.
Ron Paul lost because of his views. Criticizing the M3 money going to the MIC. Taking the US out of Iraq.
Ron Paul was lucky he was even allowed onto the debates. There were several attempts to block him from participating in the debates. If you don't cater to the powerful interests that truly run the US, you are not heard. Oh, you can talk and write. But your message will only be recieved by a few.
Also, even though Paul was running on the GOP ticket, he ran as a Libertarian candidate in the past. Big government doesn't like this.
Third parties are basically not allowed in the USA. The legal structure, and mechanics exclude any 3rd party.
The Dems and Repubs are a single monopoly - one party - in collusion.