* even though you specifically requested it not be discussed, it is a valid point: you are investing in a hand with lots of equity.
* When the flop hits you you will always have TPTK.
* Weaker players will not consider what an EP raiser has, and often play AQ-Ax, and they will be dominated.
* If the flop misses you, and there are no backdoor draws to speak of and your overcard outs are not clean, the hand is easy to release.