[Brilliant]

Bachmann and Perry ought to pack it in as well. Actually, I suspect the reason they are still in is simply that they think they might get the nod for VP if they can make a dent in the polls. Right now, they are probably hoping they’ll pick up some of Herman’s support. That seems like a pipe dream to me.

I think it’s really going to be a two man race, maybe 3 with Ron Paul a distant 3d. If Santorum’s going to make a move, it’s gotta be quick. He’s a more credible VP, however, than any of the others I think.

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Bachmann and Perry ought to pack it in as well. Actually, I suspect the reason they are still in is simply that they think they might get the nod for VP if they can make a dent in the polls. Right now, they are probably hoping they’ll pick up some of Herman’s support. That seems like a pipe dream to me.

I don't think anybody should leave the race as long as they have money and are above 5%. This isn't 2008 where you can just about win the nomination by the end of February. Having a good mix of candidates keeps things interesting.

Plus people shouldn't sink to the level of the Bachmann and Perry supporters who believed that other candidates should be dropping out when Bachmann and then Perry was on top earlier this year. Very unseemly and childish.

I agree about the support - Bachmann and Perry are not going to pick up Cain supporters if he drops. Those folks already took a look at Bachmann, then left for Perry, then left for Cain. The things that they saw and didn't like with Bachmann and Perry are still present.

Doubt Cain will leave at this point though.