Ron Paul loses momentum in Iowa, Santorum gains support

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Monday, January 2, 2012
With the nation’s first primary vote just a day away, Texas Rep. Ron Paul has lost his momentum after climbing to the top of the polls. He is down four points from last week, according to a survey released by Public Policy Polling (PPP) on Sunday night.
Despite the drop, Paul is still on top with 20 percent of the vote. But former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney trails behind by only 1 percent and Rick Santorum trails behind by only two percent.
PPP notes that “momentum in the race is completely on Santorum’s side.” He has gained 8 points in support since last week, while no other presidential candidate has seen more than a one point gain. Among voters who say they decided who to vote for in the last seven days, Santorum leads Romney by 12 points and Paul by 13 points.
The final result of the Iowa caucuses will probably be determined by who turns out to vote. A strong turnout among young voters and independents could propel Paul to the top, while a strong turnout among traditional Republicans is likely to bolster the chances of Romney or Santorum.
Paul’s campaign is still optimistic, regardless of losing their momentum. The candidate who once labeled nothing more than a “gadfly” by a former Bush strategist is still on top, albeit barely.
“As evidenced by the standing-room only crowds, Ron Paul has broad support and a top notch ground organization,” said Ron Paul 2012 National Campaign Chairman Jesse Benton. “Despite a coordinated assault by the establishment, Congressman Paul is in the lead and headed toward a top finish in the Hawkeye state.”
http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2012/01/02/ron-paul-loses-momentum-in-iowa-santorum-g...
"LMFAO!!!!! Ha ain't neither one of them worth a Sh*t!!!!" Oh I can barely Stop Laughing... =) =) =) =) =) =)
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crash_text_dummy
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iowa has everyone on pins and needles
iowa... - 1 year ago
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crash_text_dummy
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rerushg
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Just thought I'd share part of Amy Goodman's intro to her blurb on Iowa this morning (DemNow): "...... If recent polls are accurate....."
Everybody got that? This is bullshit on parade.Even better is Dave Weigel's retweet of Dan Foster: "Couldn't be more excited for tonight's non-binding vote awarding zero delegates to any candidate."
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rerushg
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MotherForTruth
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Welcome to four more years of bushobamia.
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MotherForTruth
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warman1138
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Santorum will probably slide ahead of the rest. ( must be all that lube )
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ThirdSection
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I suppose that once Iowa's done, the pundits will have New Hampshire to cream their shorts over.
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joeredford [removed]
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At 42 % undecided any one of these troglodytes could pull off a victory. May the most psychotic claim the mantle and scare the crap out of the American people. I guess that means Paul wins.
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joeredford [removed]
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KB723 [removed]
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joeredford:
Heh, I guess we wait and see...
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ThirdSection
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joeredford:
Perhaps Bachmann and S______m forming a ticket?
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ThirdSection:
Now that's a scary thought. I may have to consider suicide at that point.
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joeredford:
Now I want him to get the nomination so that poster of yours will proliferate!!!
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jackhole
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It says a lot about Paul when Santorum moves up, tho' he better be careful I hear Ebola is gaining momentum and may win Iowa.
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jackhole
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jackhole:
LOL!!! It's all just a Dog and Pony show... =)
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jackhole
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KB723:
I would say ugly mutt. After Paul goes who will be next any predictions?
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jackhole:
Huntsman, Huntsman, Huntsman!!! What have they got to lose, since they lose all potential candidates weekly.... =)
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jackhole:
I don't know, between Ebola and S______m, it may be a toss-up!
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Leen61
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The saying used to be "What's Wrong With Kansas?" Now it should be "What's Wrong With Iowa?" Santorum?! What part of this batshit crazy's stump speech are these people warming up to? OMG! I thought there was hope in Iowa when that guy told Newt he was a f**king asshole!
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Leen61:
Heh, I sure would hate for folks to look at my state as the Butt Hole of the Universe... Aww heck Leen, it doesn't matter, we all know we are stuck with our new dictator for another 4 years???
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Leen61
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KB723:
Iowa is meaningless.
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Leen61:
Yeah Leen, I know, but it sure makes the losing side feel good... =)
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Leen61:
There are a lot of wonderful smart people in Iowa, but the media likes nutjobs and there is no Democratic caucus this time.TeeHee.
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Leen61:
Whith all due respect and I do admire your positions almost all the time .I do not think that describing them as batshit stupid does them justice.Troglodytes comes to mind. excrement comes to mind. Uneducated simpletons comes to mind. A vile form of life I think describes Santorum...... Oh I am so sorry.....santorum
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KB723:
Well, it is kind of hard to see THIS as the "butthole of the universe"!
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rhythmstick:
"What part of this batshit crazy's stump speech are these people warming up to? OMG!"
I was describing Santorum. Not the people of Iowa. - 1 year ago
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faye59:
I can't argue with that, faye. :)
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ThirdSection:
Perhaps I was leaning more toward the leadership at hand in Wisconsin... =)
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rerushg
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Ok KB, after a lot of research and observation I think I've got the Iowa thing figured out:
1. Nobody knows what's gonna happen....
2. But when it happens it will mean SOMETHING to someone unless...
3. You didn't do very well in which case it instantly means nothing but....
4. If you do well it means a LOT, for a while, and...
5. In about two weeks it will mean nothing to anyone.So we can declare right now that it means nothing and be 100% certain that we are correct. Since the GOP and the media will spend the next few weeks interpreting the results in every possible way before resolving that, indeed, it means nothing, we have a lot of free time to kill.
So... what shall we do with ourselves?
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rerushg:
It's like buying a new computer... Next week it will be Outdated and 6 months from the time of purchase it will sell for less money... Hey Happy New Year BTW... =)
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ThresholdBroken
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Hmm???
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ThresholdBroken:
Hey Cool, Thanks for the video graphic, doesn't mean anything to me, cos none of the GOP wannabe's can beat Barack Obama... Believe me, I am just as let down as you are... =)
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KB723:
So.... Obama's disapproval ratings do not equal real chance for reelection to you?
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ThresholdBroken:
His actions mean more to me than the Polls....
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faye59
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KB723:
Obama will be reelected.
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faye59:
Yeah I know, but he really let me down the last four years, I sure hope he has more power in his Diplomacy this time around...
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KB723:
Me. too. I've been more frustrated that Congress has been so ineffectual when millions are hurting. We really need to clean House literally. They know how bad things are , but sat on their hands and just let the President try to solve problems by himself. It takes all three branches to work in concert. There is just so much the President can do alone. He can't cure greed or racism, which much of this happens to relate too.In our long history, this House is the worse. Obama can do very little with them willfully being incompetent.
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faye59:
Very Well stated faye59, I agree, I guess I was just expecting more of a Fist in the Face as the GOP has done for far too long... Yes, congress is at a whopping 9% approval rating, seems to be total BS to be paying them to do nothing... =(
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KB723:
Nothing makes fools sit up and take notice like a recall election. Here's hoping that the Badgers get rid of their dictator real soon. On Wisconsin. Hello Michigan.
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faye59:
I am wishing the folks in both states the best... =)
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KB723:
Me, too, but thank God Wisconsin has that old fighting spirit. I'm worried about Michigan. I hear about a few people willing to fight back, but they need to organize like the folks in Ohio and Wisconsin.
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faye59:
Yes faye59, the folks need to gather together especially at the Ballot Boxes... =)
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KB723:
Yeah. I've done a little canvassing and helped with voter registration. I hope to do much more.
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faye59:
The last time I canvassed was for Kerry, I threw in the towel after hearing Pelosi say 'Impeachment' was off the Table... Many folks voted just for that reason and to hear her say that was the last straw for me... =(
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TheForeteller
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Can you explain this?
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TheForeteller
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TheForeteller
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Can you explain this?
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KB723 [removed]
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Paul’s campaign is still optimistic, regardless of losing their momentum. The candidate who once labeled nothing more than a “gadfly” by a former Bush strategist is still on top, albeit barely.
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With the nation’s first primary vote just a day away, Texas Rep. Ron Paul has lost his momentum after climbing to the top of the polls. He is down four points from last week, according to a survey released by Public Policy Polling (PPP) on Sunday night.
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Ron Paul loses momentum in Iowa, Santorum gains support
"LMFAO!!!!! Ha ain't neither one of them worth a Sh*t!!!!" Oh I can barely Stop Laughing... =) =) =) =) =) =)
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KB723:
Great post. Paul was always a racist in libertarian clothing. He's finally letting his inner thoughts out so the nation can judge him. A pox on him and his minions.
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faye59:
Thanks faye59, I am Happy to see you and wish you a Happy New year... =)
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faye59
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KB723:
Same here. I've been working a lot lately and haven't been on much. I depend on people like you , Kennymotown , Misty and SFirman to keep me abreast of the current issues. Chin up and don't let the nutballs get you down. Sanity and polity will be restored .LOL.
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faye59:
I would send you stories but you are not a follower, even though I follow you, I know a little while and it will all be water under the bridge... Thanks again... =)
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faye59
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KB723:
I'd appreciate anything but please no pro-Ron Paul stories or Mr. Dog-on-man Santorum stories.LOL
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faye59:
Ok, sounds good to me... =)
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