Bachmann signs pledge implying blacks would be better off as slaves

[Zarn]

If Ron Paul ends up being the only conservative without egg on his face from constant stupidity, he might actually have a shot at Iowa.

I guarantee that Romney would much rather go up against Bachmann, Cain, Palin, Perry, or Santorum (lol Santorum) than Paul. Paul would force the debate to be mainly about economics, fiscal issues, and the size of government with the exception of one issue: abortion. Romney would get killed in the 'who is more pro-life' question. He wouldn't fair any better with the other issues.

On the other hand, if Pawlenty actually cripples Romney, I think Paul would have a tough time with Pawlenty. Pawlenty can out so-con Paul without sounding crazy. Although no candidate can out fi-con Paul.

Now, the main feature: There are too many so-cons in the race for Bachmann to make too many errors. She will continue to make these gaffes, which may draw Perry or Palin into the race. That would likely kill her chances. Pawlenty is attacking her record, too. If it weren't for him and Paul, she likely would not even be a Congresswoman right now. Her 'pastor' is another problem. So is her own husband. I'm all for too many so-cons and moderates jumping into the race.

[Zarn]

I just can't get my mind around the concept of Pawlenty "crippling" Mittens myself. He just doesn't have it.

Yeah, I don't think so either, but if someone from the future told us two in 2006 that Bush was going to hand the Crats the White House on a silver platter and Clinton was running, we would assume it was going to her.