Florida is the first CLOSED primary where only Republicans can vote. Rick should stay in because this is the first test with only conservative voters.
My take exactly!
If Romney wins it, he wins BIG in FL and his momentum is reestablished heading into a sure win in Mormon-heavy NV.
Santorum should definitely honestly reevaluate his campaign this week
Maine caucuses Feb 4-11. CO, MN caucus on Feb 7... probably all Romney country. MO votes (Newt not participating) but their delegates are actually determined by a caucus in March; the vote is just a beauty contest.
Romney should get "favorite son" status for the MI primary on Feb 28th. AZ, on the same day, might be competitive.
Where will Santorum "break out" in February ahead of March's Super Tuesday? How does he picked up momentum? Does he sit around helping Romney take delegates while he waits like a vulture to see if Newt stumbles?
Ignoring FL, Ron Paul is focused on the caucus states. Santorum can't camp out in these states for a year like he did in Iowa. 5