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At today's CNBC debate Texas Gov. Rick Perry was asked a question about his tax and spending plan — but completely blew an otherwise strong answer by looking like a complete fool. Perry was listing the three Cabinet agencies he wants to abolish — and forgot the third one. From the transcript: Perry: And I will tell you, it is three agencies of government when i get there that are gone. Commerce, Education, and the — what's the third one there? Let's see...Okay. Commerce, Education, and the —" Ron Paul: EPA? Perry: EPA, there you go. Moderator: Seriously -- is...