Newt Criticizes Top 4 Republican Presidential Candidates for Skipping Black Forum

Rudy, J-Mac, Mitt and Fred! all cite schedule and fundraising conflicts for not appearing at a forum on Thursday sponsored by Morgan State University.

Mike Huckabee and the (some of? not listed) other long shots have agreed to appear.

I'm puzzled by their decision. I can't speak for them. I think it's a mistake. I wish they would change their minds — they still have a few days — and I wish they would in fact go to the debate Thursday night," said Gingrich, who is considering entering the race for the GOP nomination.

Is it really a big deal? I don't know. It still makes me laugh that the Dems all turned down a debate on Fox, a supposedly "unfriendly" venue. I do think if one of these front runners found some time in their schedule, the others would as well. I don't presume this is necessarily a "tough" crowd to play to, but if it is, answering tough questions can work to your advantage, if you handle them well. I'd rather see that than Dems fielding softballs for an hour and a half.

Ok, I'd pretty much rather see the bearded lady at the carny than that too. Bad example.

posted by Dave In Texas at 01:11 PM

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