You won’t get any play-by-play of today’s ridiculously over-hyped event here. (Although Dillon might feel otherwise…) Nate Silver this morning tries to argue that Ames “actually matters,” citing 2 anecdotal examples where it did, and 2 where it didn’t — but there are some fancy graphs and tables! Sure, I suppose — but much in the same way, I’m sure you could argue, with some nice graphics, that Mark Halperin’s post-debate grades “actually matter,” too.
That said, here’s hoping for a 5th place finish for Tim Pawlenty!
Too nice a day here in Vermont to pay attention to Iowa — at least until the results are in.
I’m sad to report that I’m doing some work inside and… listening to CSPAN radio. Iowa straw poll coverage is on.