Heilemann: Huckabee, Bush and 2016 Election Money

The transcript discusses Mike Huckabee's political journey, highlighting his past campaigns, strengths, and challenges. It emphasizes the importance of fundraising for candidates like Huckabee, Ted Cruz, and Jeb Bush, and how media attention affects their visibility. The discussion also touches on the GOP establishment's views and the potential contenders for the Republican nomination.

What was a major reason the candidate decided not to run in 2012?

• Lack of political experience

• Health issues

• Insufficient fundraising network

• Strong opposition from the Democratic Party

What was one of the candidate's strengths in the 2008 Iowa caucuses?

• Support from Wall Street

• Strong evangelical base

• Endorsement from the GOP establishment

• High media coverage

Which group within the GOP is not particularly supportive of the candidate?

• Evangelical conservatives

• Economic conservatives

• Social conservatives

• Libertarians

Which candidates are likely to face challenges due to their reliance on evangelical votes?

• Rand Paul and Marco Rubio

• Jeb Bush and Chris Christie

• Ted Cruz and Rick Perry

• Scott Walker and Bobby Jindal

Why do lesser-known candidates need more financial resources?

• To hire more staff

• To gain media attention through advertising

• To travel extensively

• To host large rallies

Who are considered the main contenders for big-dollar donations in the Republican Party?

• Ted Cruz and Rand Paul

• Jeb Bush and Chris Christie

• Marco Rubio and Scott Walker

• Mike Huckabee and Rick Perry

What gives Jeb Bush an advantage in the political race?

• His extensive political experience

• His innovative policies

• His support from the youth

• His high name recognition