Ted Cruz the "runner-up" to the GOP nominee, Donald Trump, undoubtedly led a respectful campaign. After suspending his nomination for President in May, a majority of Republicans expected him to endorse Trump. After all, a majority of other top Republican contenders had pledged their support to the Republican nominee: Chris Christie, Rand Paul, Marco Rubio, Scott Walker, and Rick Santorum. But Cruz, has yet to do so.
During his speech at last week's Republican National Convention, Ted Cruz sparked even more controversy. Instead of supporting Donald Trump, he spoke against him. "I am not in the habit of supporting people who attack my wife and attack my father. And that pledge was not a blanket commitment that if you [attack] Heidi I'm going to nonetheless go like a servile puppy dog."
Ted Cruz is clearly hesitant. Should he vote for a man who insulted his family, and who does not share the same opinions? Furthermore, at the Fox News Republican Debate in November, 2015, Cruz pledged that he would not run as a third-party candidate, and also pledged his support to the eventual Republican nominee. It is morally wrong for Cruz to break his promise to his party, but his reasons for doing so are valid.
Even though it is impossible to say whether Ted Cruz will endorse Trump, the runner-up made one thing clear at the convention. "...I can tell you I'm not voting for Hillary."
As of now, America is uncertain. Perhaps the country will never know who Cruz supports. Contrastingly, Trump may come to terms with his previous opponent and eventually earn Cruz's support. Only time will tell.