‘Democracy Now!’: About That Whole Iowa Caucus Thing
It's Iowa Caucus Day, everyone -- can you feel the excitement? Now, you've probably heard a lot of white noise coming from certain other outlets that shall remain nameless about the GOP's big campaign 2012 kickoff extravaganza, so here's some welcome commentary to cut through all that from some smart people who do have a clue.It’s Iowa Caucus Day, everyone — can you feel the excitement? Now, you’ve probably heard a lot of white noise coming from certain other outlets that shall remain nameless about the GOP’s big campaign 2012 kickoff extravaganza, so here’s some welcome commentary to cut through all that from some smart people who do have a clue. Take it away, “Democracy Now!” –KA
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