article_snippet: While popular in conservative and tea party circles, Cruz has a long way to go in terms of broader support in the GOP base, according to public opinion polls.
article_snippet: A CNN/ORC International survey conducted this month on the hypothetical Republican primary showed Cruz came in with 4% support among Republicans and independents who lean Republican.
article_snippet: But the field is still relatively open, with the top contender -- Bush -- coming in at 16% support, followed by Scott Walker at 13%.
article_snippet: But Cruz has relatively strong favorability numbers.
article_snippet: According to a recent Quinnipiac University poll, Cruz is viewed in a positive light by 45% of Republicans, compared with only 8% who don't have a favorable opinion of Cruz.
article_snippet: Still, 46% say 46% haven't heard enough about Cruz to form an opinion.