Simmons versus the checkbook

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. . . Simmons has gone negative, repeatedly bringing up McMahon's leadership of the WWE, including the allegations of steroid use, the premature deaths of many past wrestlers, and the crude, violent and exploitive nature of the business that made her rich . . .

Simmons also makes the argument that with him as the candidate there will be no surprises. Having run in several elections and served as state business advocate, his record is well vetted, said Simmons. With McMahon, he argues, you can almost guarantee more unpleasant surprises . . .

During a recent meeting with the Editorial Board, Simmons said the race for the Republican nomination is about the very viability of the election process. If McMahon, with no political experience, who often did not bother to vote, whose company spread money to Democrats as well as Republicans, can defeat a former congressman, defense intelligence expert, party loyalist, and bronze star military veteran - Simmons - "then it's all about the checkbook and nothing else," he said . . .full text