I’m convinced CNN keeps pundits on payroll for shock value and ratings, not necessarily because it’s compelling or thought provoking commentary. Santorum belongs in a backwoods shack kissing snakes, not on TV talking about important issues of the day.

This is how extremism is amplified. Give them a microphone so they can say crazy shit and we can all go ‘OMG did your hear what Whacko said’ and the page clicks roll in.

That’s how Trump got free TV.