But they may be wrong about that. I think SC also has a bit of arrogance related to their place in the process - and they might knee jerk react in favor of Newt just to put Iowa down. I mean these early state voters are just like the media - they jealously guard their over wrought influence and it does impact how they vote.
I would categorize your comments as “insightful”. You may be correct about the outcome in SC. Perhaps, if Paul steals one in Iowa, (Which I still highly doubt.) Romney takes New Hampshire, (Small delegate advantage) then Newt takes SC, that leaves Florida the key state in the puzzle.
And Newt is very strong in Florida. The Paulistas can’t get over 4% there.