[CitizenUSA]

It’s good to hear from a FReeper on the ground in Iowa. I’m glad Fred is in the trenches so to speak. He really needs to upset conventional wisdom with a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd-place showing, and I actually think anything less than 2nd is going to be very problematic.

Some FReepers think the media is intentionally trying to pump up certain candidates in a conspiracy to help Hillary. I don’t believe that. I think the media simply likes to create excitement and focus on change. If Fred wins big in Iowa, his campaign will be revitalized. On the other hand, a weak showing that is consistent with the polls is going to be nearly impossible to overcome.

I really dislike the way our election is so dependent on the vetting that goes on in Iowa and NH, but it’s the system we have. Candidates who ignore those states in hopes of winning elsewhere do so at their own peril. Guiliani comes to mind. How he expects to come back after a couple months of nearly zero press is beyond me.

BTW, what’s your opinion of Congressman King? Is he as popular in Iowa as the press reports?

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“BTW, what’s your opinion of Congressman King? Is he as popular in Iowa as the press reports?”

Yes, Steve King is a great conservative. The libs actually hate him more than they do Bush, if that gives you any indication. But among conservative Republicans, he is THE MAN!

[Conservativegreatgrandma]

It looks like the press might be overlooking a story in the developing. I just returned from lunch with some friends. Either all the friends have already commited to Fred or are thinking about it. Bill Salier's endorsement will help.

I can name you a whole list of Republicans supporting Fred but I can only name a few (collectively) who are supporting other candidates. I might get fooled but then, it may be others who will be fooled.

Congressman King is incredible. The libs hate him, the conservtives love him. But whatever Steve King says will be the truth. Maybe you've been fortunate enough to catch him on CSPAN with his 1 hour special orders. If not, watch for him. You will be impressed.