From what I have seen of Cruz I feel like he is a sociopath or psychopath? Psychopaths are usually smooth talkers, above average IQ, and show no real concern for others. Given the sequester and Cruz's almost absurd ambition to defund a law that will help people in need, you can only arrive at that conclusion. He reminds me also of Joe McCarthy, a comparison shown by his behavior during the Haggle confirmation - he even looks a bit like Joe.
