Cruz–interesting attack against Trump. Does he know the principles that made American great first. He should be asked that. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Cruz–we have beaten Donald Trump again and again. Weak sauce when Trump has him 10-4 in state victories. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Rubio goes for #NeverTrump movement and tries to pull it his way. This is, for Rubio, about the "conservative movement." #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Rubio's voice sounds like mine. Poor fellow. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Kasich says he can win crossover votes. What about Republican votes? Ummmm. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

So for Trump. Do as I say, not as I do. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Cutting waste will not get anywhere near reducing spending. It is all about entitlements. Trump will not touch those. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Chris Wallace is doing his father Mike Wallace proud tonight. Hammer of facts? Meet nail of nonsense. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

People love to hear "abolish this" & "cut the waste." Drops in bucket of federal spending. It is all SS, health spending, etc #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

"We need to get along and get things done." Trump will make deals. Those deals will cut both ways. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Kasich can make arguments from experience that no one else on the stage can. But in this electorate, it will not matter. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Cruz–Trump supported Carter, not Reagan. Cruz/Rubio tag-team is alive and well. Brokered convention strategy engaged. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

What is Trump's principle? Business. That is what matters. What else will he sacrifice to pump up business? #GOPDebate.

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Trump right. Candidates must go off the record with publications. It is essential for journalists to get to know these people. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Are there any issues where there can be no give and take? Are there any lines in the sand for Trump? Serious question. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Trump is partly right that Washington has been hideous at compromise. At the same time, not every issue can be negotiated. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

I think Fox and CNN both do a pretty good job with these RNC debates. The crowds are ludicrous, but that is another story. #GOPDebate.

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Nothing wrong with changing your mind. But it must be explained in light of strong principles. This is where Trump struggles. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

I am half expecting a Cruz-Rubio/Rubio-Cruz ticket announced tonight during the debate. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

I guarantee Trump is making up the 98% on the spot. Maybe I am wrong? #GOPDebate.

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Trump insults casually. That bothers me, I must admit. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Kasich. "My experience…90s…doing something…old people." Probably not the best approach. Fair? No, but reality. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Does Trump know difference b/t being a corporate chieftain and a persuasive leader of people who may choose not to follow? #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Fox asking Trump tough questions, so he is the focus. But, that allows him to dominate time. Focus on Trump cuts both ways. #GOPDebate.

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Trump doesn't know enough to have a principled stand on the issues. He learns, he changes. So, will he "learn" as pres? #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Fox is going at Trump. Hard. Kelly shows why The Donald ducked her last time. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Trump admits he gave many people their money back. That says something, right? #GOPDebate.

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Marco does the dirty work, and Cruz hops on with both feet to compare him to HIllary. #GOPDebate. Tag, Marco's turn next.

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

If Trump is not electable, his argument collapses. But it is too early to tell, to be fair. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Kasich needs to debate in a cardigan. It just makes more sense, am I right?#GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Ouch. https://t.co/hJmK3Eek1D

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Detroit is, like it or not, the legacy of progressive politics. Will someone say this? #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

John Kasich. The Stuart Smalley of this debate. "I am smart enough. I am good enough. And doggone it, people like me." #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

And Cruz drops the hammer on democratic politics in Detroit. Painful truth. #GOPDebate.

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Cruz may be right, but man, he has a hard edge. This answer demonstrates his great strength and his great weakness. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Kasich going to get dog-piled on the religious freedom issue. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Truth. https://t.co/AuBsJBaZ2l

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Kasich–Think of your fellow man. Lend him a helping hand. Put a little love in your heart. #GOPDebate. https://t.co/D5dPrVOtUd

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

2nd Amendment question is a good one. Rubio answers it well, but he still ducked the issue of what is a reasonable regulation. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

John Kasich. #huggerinchief

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

I loved that movie. Awesome. https://t.co/fYiqMqV8YP

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Trump calls professional politicians "all talk, no action." Politically, Trump has no history of either talk or action. #GOPDebate.

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

I like Rubio's yoga line. Good stuff. #GOPDebate.

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Mr. Trump: What is your view on foreign policy.
Trump: "Pass."#GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Kasich: "Chris, I am not going to disagree with Mr. Trump because I desperately hope he chooses me as his running mate. Ok?" #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Kasich is desperate to stand behind Trump with a fearful look on his face during a rambling press conference in about two weeks. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Good question about supporting Trump. Rubio did not hedge a bit. Fascinating, not playing for the #NeverTrump crowd. #GOPDebate.

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Cruz also promises to support Trump if he is nominee. #NeverTrump comes up short on this stage. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Kasich: would I support Donald Trump? I would shine his shoes if that is what it takes, Chris. #GOPDebate.

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Kasich is a compassionate conservative minus the conservative part. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Yep. https://t.co/dqc5wcMVqR

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Takes: Rubio was weaker but more relaxed. Cruz was strong. Kasich was cloying, as usual. Trump: gassy. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

O'Reilly and Trump: Mutual Admiration Gasbaggery. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Did Trump just win the election? Did Rubio and Cruz just squelch the #NeverTrump movement? Will they really "go along?" #GOPDebate.

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016

Why are commentators going after Rubio and Cruz for personal attacks when they have facilitated Trump's behavior? Nonsense. #GOPDebate

— Mark Caleb Smith (@markcalebsmith) March 4, 2016