The Definitive H&H Rand Paul Scouting Report
Mark Halperin and John Heilemann analyze the Rand candidacy in 22 points.
It’s Official: Rand Paul Announces 2016 Candidacy
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What he’s got: Built-in activist base; distinctive quasi-libertarian orientation; manifest intelligence and political agility; understanding of need to attract voters not currently part of the Republican coalition.
What he lacks: Thick skin to deal with criticism and tough questions from rivals and the press; hands-on foreign policy and/or management experience; a substantial record of legislative accomplishments.