Just like a student who gets called on in class to answer a question about an assignment he hasn't read... Frightening to think that this is a front-runner for the highest office in the country.

Mr. Cain also said that a "a very prominent voice in the Muslim community" told him that the majority of American Muslims "share extremist views". Of course, he didn't name the source because "he said he wouldn't want to be quoted or identified as having said that". From The Hill newspaper: http://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/193361-cain-says-he-believes-a-majority-of-american-muslims-hold-extremist-views

#facepalm

You're giving him too much credit. He doesn't know domestic policy either.

Based on the Intrade numbers, Romney is the overwhelming favorite (70+%) and has been ever since Perry flamed out over a month ago. Any commentator that talks about the realistic possibility of any other candidate should be first forced to bet at least 3% of their net worth on another candidate. It's fine to critique other candidates views, but don't act like anyone but Romney is going to be the nominee unless your willing to put your money where your mouth is.

Since I live in Atlanta I've listened to Cain periodically over the years. My impression is that he was an effective CEO, and is skilled at making connection with his radio audiences

His policy acumen is so weak, though, that I place him about on the same level as Bachmann in that respect. It isn't just foreign policy, either. On economics and a variety of social and "culture war" issues he's a walking, talking bumper sticker, who's only been able to maintain the illusion of authority by keeping tight control of his forums.

All in all, you're correct, though. Unless he inexplicably gains momentum in the primaries, it's better to focus on candidates with more developed views.

That's just painful...

I respect your decision to implement the "mercy" rule but I do believe you are throwing in the towel a little too soon. I know your blog combines humor and critique, and is there be a better candidate for this than Mr. Cain?

Can you imagine a Carlin routine without the "7 Words"? Or perhaps Foxworthy not identifying potential rednecks?

Has the Cain campaign even asked for this mercy? I doubt your followers are.

When you hone a routine, I say own it!

It's not the 5th inning of 10 year olds -- we are talking electing our President!

The point of the article is that unless Cain suddenly surges in popularity, he has become an irrelevance like Bachmann (and probably Perry). Kicking him when he is on such a downward slope is pointless at this stage. [But it is getting to be quite fun]

Not that he was ever a serious contender from the get-go.

Its hard to see how a person expects to be elected by touting a plan to make 85% of Americans pay a lot more in taxes and the ultra-wealthy get a major break. But then again, the Lord loves stupid people because he made so damn many of them.

Drezner is typical of the thought train of anyone who's life evolves mostly around Foreign Policy. They put all together too much emphasis on Foreign issues than on the real issues that confront this country today - mainly getting our own country in order. WE CAN'T SOLVE WORLD PROBLEMS until we get our own house in order. The American People are speaking loud and clear that they are angry about what politicians are doing and NOT doing. First and foremost, Politicians, are not listening to the people and hearing their frustrations.

They want Government and the Politicians to get out of the way and out of their lives. They are tired of government interference in private business and industry. Business, industry, including small business and THE PEOPLE do not want government run health care. The American People do not want One World Government. The American People WANT the UN out of the US. The American People want the Government to stop funding countries who use the money we give them to be used against us. The American People want a President who can once again instill hope and a sense of pride in their country, not a President who travels around the world putting down and apologizing for what our Country has done for the world, while at the same time continues to involve this country in conflicts not the the best interest of this country.

THE AMERICAN PEOPLE WANT A GOVERNING BODY THAT LIVES BY THE SAME RULES THEY ESTABLISH FOR US TO LIVE BY. Congress should establish a health program they themselves would live by and all laws established should be laws they are also required to follow.

I'm not a RINO, I'm an American! I would like to see our Country once again "The Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave". A country where all could look forward to a good, prosperous life. I'd like to see a country where those wanting to come here, could without the unnecessary hassle encountered by many. This would go a long way to eventually eliminate the illegal problem.

Let's get our own house in First!