[AmericanInTokyo]

We ask Mr. Cain would think better of this. Mr. Cain is trying to build a whole powerful political empire based on the most logical "9-9-9 Concept", and having an impact on elections and social commentary on behalf of Conservatives, however at least in speaking for myself, he will find no more donations nor support from me if at this critical juncture--and I will encourage across the board that other conservatives behave accordingly--if he were to endorse in critical, turning-point South Carolina the phony RINO Mitt Romney, author or supporter of such monstrosities as Romneycare and pro-abortion/pro-gay unions and one the least conservative in the GOP presidential race remaining.

This statement is made respectfully yet seriously. Any other members-emeritus on FR of the Cain Machine who feel likewise, are more than welcome to add their names to this general appeal and advise against such an inprudent move.

[Bigtigermike]

who is your source for this information? give us a clue at least!

[Bobalu]

If Cain does this it will be really depressing :-(

[freespirited]

I don’t think Cain is going to endorse a person. He hinted as much on a recent interview.

[FrankR]

[Dysart]

If he’d throw his support behind Newt, along with J.C. Watts, a Conservative just might win SC!

[Bikkuri]

I am in the same boat as you AiT.. I am hoping that was just rumor.

[NoPrisoners]

Does anyone really give a rat’s rump what Cain says anymore? He jumped ship and never looked back. So much for all that “patriotism”! /S

[tsowellfan]

I guess it would be "unconventional" given that Cain and Newt were working quite close to each other in the campaign. Before the problems started with Cain one could have almost assumed that if either of the two had won the nomination, the other would be on the ticket as well.

I'd be surprised if Cain endorsed Romney, but stranger things have happened.

[vmivol00]

He’s angling for a cabinet position or something. Remember they are all politicians or at least wannabe politicians.

Put your faith in the ideas....Never put your faith in the man....he will ALWAYS disappoint you.

[Grunthor]

I respect and admire Herman Cain.

Used to respect and admire Nikki Haley.

Keep that in mind, Herman.

[FryingPan101]

Mr. Cain was ONLY on the train to help Romney from the beginning. Every sceptic he had pointed to that probability and yet Cainiacs were in denial.
He’s a showman and a book salesman and a talk show host. He wanted to fry Mexicans on an electric fence. Tsk Tsk Tsk. He’s heartless. Now proving it by endorsing Romney.

[Aria]

What political risk does Cain have?

He was a one shot deal.

[Leep]

Didnt some speculate that possibly Romney played some part in bringing down Cain?
At least the establishment that appears to be mostly is behind Romney didn’t do anything to help Cain.

[Utmost Certainty]

Pretty sure Herman Cain will indeed endorse Romney (he already did in ‘08, so there’s precedent).

He’s been co-opted by the Establishment now and feels like he’s part of the big boys, so he’ll do his part to curry favor with them.

[CainConservative]

Willard is NOT a Fair Tax guy. That’s Cain’s passion to revive the economy. As it was Huck’s in ‘08 and now but moreso.

I really think Cain endorses Newt but is waiting for AFTER SC for some dumb reason.

[Noob1999]

In that “Lincoln/Douglas debate” it sure looked like Cain and Newt hit it off famously. I’d be surprised if Herman went for Mitt, although he may be angling for a cabinet position!

[llandres]

Herman made it pretty clear on Sean that he wouldn’t be endorsing any individual but instead it would be an idea (or set of ideas) and a movement. He said he’s still dedicated to defeating BHO, and I’ve gotta think he’d never endorse Mittens over Newt - unless that’s the nominee and he said he’d support ANY nominee running against BHO.

[South40]

That’s impossible. Cain wants to be Romney’s vp. Just ask anyone of his detractors.

[BenKenobi]

You know me.

I’m going to reserve judgement and participation until his endorsement.

I figure I owe it to him, to at least give him a chance to speak first rather then engage in speculation.

[justsaynomore]

That is NOT TRUE. Cain has no plans to endorse ANYONE in this race.