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There are many things that can happen even within a 24-hour period to change ones mind. It drives the campaign workers nuts, as they like to mark their candidate down as your choice.
I just had an Edwards campaigner drop by yesterday. I know he was eager to put a check mark in the Edwards column, but I wouldn't confirm any preference nor indicate who I was leaning toward.
You have to realize that there can be almost daily contact with one or another of the candidates as they crisscross the state. They are in and out of the area on a weekly basis. That's a tough road for them to travel. The weak will fall by the wayside, which is one way of culling the crowd. Look at the number of candidates running...don't forget those standing in the wings, waiting for the right time to pop into the show....most will have to leave the race, so you don't want your choice to be one of them, or you have to start the process all over again. Shoot! They are still selecting DURING the caucus.
One thing Iowans will declare is their party affiliation, and they usually stick to it, although I see a change from the norm with this upcoming election. There can't be much argument that the number of Republicans has dwindled with this administration in charge. I can't even find anyone who will admit they voted for Bush in either election.
It's an interesting process.
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