” I think Perry showed ZERO class to announce when he did and draw attention away from this event.”
I agree!
I agree!
I see it sort of like this.....Perry only decided conclusively to run last week. Therefore, he was unable to participate in the Iowa debates from a practical standpoint. Furthermore, to announce "IN IOWA" would have been frowned upon even more - stealing the thunder from those who worked so hard in Iowa, in Iowa.
I think he made a respectful decision by announcing OUTSIDE of Iowa. And by visiting Iowa as soon as the other candidates had their day in the limelight. If this in your eyes showed ZERO CLASS, then I hope you feel similarly toward Palin - who busted into the Iowa scene and still won't tell anybody her intentions.
my .02