The only time Newt had any traction was when the "Talk Radio" community decided he was the alternative to Mitt, that was before Rick received the blessing. Neither of these guy's would have done squat against Romney without a lot of Free media from Talk Radio. Romney is the one who overcame tremendous attacks from both the Democrats and the so called Conservative Media. Romney is still standing and I support him for President. Never ever vote for a Democrat!!

By far the biggest factor in the "vast Left-Wing Conspiracy" is the Democrat Parties efforts to change the Demographics of the USA. Along with a lot of help from Republicans like Reagan, Bush, McCain and others there is now enough so called "minority" vote to push the country far to the left. If the country had the Demographics of the 50's there would be no chance the Communists now running the Democrat party and the country would ha a chance of being elected.

I've lost a lot of faith in your logic and insight Dr. Sowell. Either you're a conservative in the mold of J. C. Watt or Colin Powell, who both pose as conservatives, but vote for Obama because of Race, or your really stupid. I know you're not stupid, so how on earth do you think Newt Gingrich gets enough votes to be President of the United States? Please tell me, considering Newt wasn't even adroit and organized enough to be on the ballot in all the states, how he gets nominated, fist, and then elected? Be honest, who are you trying to fool?

The biggest supporter of segregation was the Democrat Party. Check your history. By the way, Abraham Lincoln, the man who freed the Slaves, was the first Republican President.

Dr. Sowell, surely you know that the statements Politicians make are nothing more than Political calculations. What will get the most votes. Romney is the most organized candidate in the race, with the resources, looks, and family structure to beat Omama. I suspect you are an Obama supporter. I notice a lot of so called Conservatives, like Colin Powell and J.C. Watt, support Obama. Are you an Obama supporter? Did you vote for Obama? Tell the truth now.

Dr. Sowell, I don't know what you're talking about when you talk about the "Establishment". Name Names. Those of us who are actual 100% Republican, and always have been, know that Newt Gingrich cannot win a National Election against the Democrat Cheat Machine. I'm surprised that you of all people can't see the big picture. Maybe you want Obama to win? NEVER EVER VOTE FOR A DEMOCRAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Well said Mona. I wish some of the other commentators, particularly in the Radio Talk Show media, would quit attacking Mitt because he's rich and appears to be a nice guy. Mark Levin refers to Mitt as "Mr. Goody Two Shoes". Why would self described Free Market Conservative Republican, like Levin use that kind of language to describe a fellow Republican? I expect all Conservatives to show a little class, and Romney has "Class" in Spades. That's why he's the best Candidate who has a chance to defeat Obama. NEVER EVER VOTE FOR A DEMOCRAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

First you need to win. Romney is the best candidate. If you don't win, nothing else matters. Jim Demint said we just need a Republican in the White House who will sign the Repeal of Obamacare, I believe Romney would do that, providing the Congress and Senate do their part. NEVER EVER VOTE FOR A DEMOCRAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Dr. Sowell, I'm really losing faith in your judgment. If you can't distinguish between and good candidate and a bad candidate, you do not have the insight I thought you had. Mitt Romney is an infinitely better Candidate that Newt Gingrich. If you do not believe me, if Newt gets the nomination, watch and see what happens. I guess that's why I'm a Psychologist and you're an Economist. We're not picking a President now, we're picking a Candidate. There is a big difference.

If Whites are Racists why is there flood of non-whites into the USA? NEVER EVER VOTE FOR A DEMOCRAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!