It wasn't a 'knee-jerk' statement...it was simply confusing. I was lamenting the loss of Newt as a presidential candidate, not Akin. As previously stated; I have supported Akin from square one, even while many Freepers turned against him.
I also, apologize. Thanks for clarifying your post. I wish Missouri had not used a back room caucus to elect the nominee Romney. We, did, have a primary later on but it was only for state candidates and not presidential candidates. Missouri needs to do away with the caucus process and go with only a primary which includes presidential candidates as well as state candidates.