The serious news about Bin Laden has really hurt the already ailing Republicans. They’ve become so invested in silly conspiracy theories and reality show candidates that serious issues make them look foolish. The first Republican debate is tomorrow and nobody wants to participate….
Republican debate will feature depleted lineup

In the latest chapter in the sputtering start to the 2012 White House race, Republicans will hold their first candidate debate on Thursday with a depleted line-up without the party’s most high-profile contenders.
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Former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney, who has formed a committee to raise money and explore a possible run, is skipping the event. Four other potential candidates who score well in early opinion polls — Sarah Palin, Mike Huckabee, Donald Trump and Newt Gingrich — have made no move to run.
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Joining Pawlenty at the debate will be U.S. Representative Ron Paul, former Senator Rick Santorum, former New Mexico Governor Gary Johnson and former Godfather’s Pizza executive Herman Cain.