[DanMiller]

Yes, he seems to be. Unfortunately, none of this is happening in a court of law, where the various accusations would not stand up. They would not even be admissible. They have not been under oath and his accusers have not been subjected to cross examination. Neither, for that matter, has Mr. Cain.

Things may eventually be resolved favorably to Mr. Cain in a court of law and there may well be appellate proceedings. However, that will be too late to do Mr. Cain -- or the country -- any good vis a vis the 2012 elections.

Unfair? Of course.

Mr. Cain has fumbled his handling of this matter, as he has also done in his handling of the abortion issue.

I like Mr. Cain very much and had hoped that he would be the Republican nominee. Had he consistently engaged his brain before opening his mouth -- not to fashion politically acceptable obfuscations but to tell his side clearly and truthfully -- he would remain a viable candidate, likely to win next year's election. Now, I am afraid that he is toast.

I shall try to keep an open mind and hope for the best. However, at this point I see no reason to expect it.

[goldstategop]

What’s your basis for that assumption? I do not think Cain could have handled the controversy any better than any one else could have today. He demonstrated composure in the face of a personal crisis. That’s the one of qualities we expect a President to have.

I grant he’s not slick. But you’ve been accustomed to professional politicians who know what you want to hear and whom decades of experience has taught them which button to press produces the best results.

[Netizen]

Anyone STILL questioning Cain’s abortion stance loses credibility with me.

[Sea Parrot]

I would find it most fun, if Mr. Wood could somehow bring a suit against Ms. Allred.

[wardaddy]

Now, I am afraid that he is toast

Some here will hang on to the bitter end..like I did waiting on a certain woman to announce...in fact I still pray for it

But Cain?

I always had questions...my opinion wavered...I sensed some hype and showmanship I didn't like and I didn't like the I don't recall at first...and so it goes..and I never liked national sales tax

I can see why Cain's zealots are denying and defending him against the media double standard..since there is indeed a disgusting media double standard.

But were this a Democrat with now 5 allegations and 2 settlements/severances..folks were would not be so understanding...

whatever happened to "dead girl or live boy"?

I agree with you...this is gonna keep on coming and talk radio and freepers won't be able to stop it

and if I'm wrong folks here can sure beat me up over it later...be my guest

[Graybeard58]

I like Mr. Cain very much and had hoped that he would be the Republican nominee. Had he consistently engaged his brain before opening his mouth -- not to fashion politically acceptable obfuscations but to tell his side clearly and truthfully -- he would remain a viable candidate, likely to win next year's election. Now, I am afraid that he is toast.

Perhaps, you could cite for me an instance where you have posted a reply on Free Republic that was supportive of Herman Cain or in any way favorable towards him.