Agree Alan Ross. His strong polling among the Republican base, along with some likelihood (who knows if he is serious,) that he may run as an independent if he doesn't get the Republican nomination, will be the best thing since sliced bread for Democrats. (Of which I are one:>) I think most thoughtful Republicans also recognize what an ass he is and would not vote for him in the general election. Don't know if that means they would stay home or vote the Democratic ticket. If he runs as an independent, he splits the conservative vote. As long as he stays in the race, progressives win.

Huzzah The Donald! If, as a result of him staying his course, the Democratic candidate wins the presidency and the Dems also increase the number of congressional seats they hold, I will gladly kiss the ass of the Ass.

With his independent billions and his ego, he sadly but realistically represents the best hope of progressives to win in spite of Citizens United. He doesn't have to answer to the Koch Bros. And he really is unelectable.