The chances of the presidential candidates in Republican platform are hinged on the debate in Iowa. It is expected that the straw votes that are expected in Iowa will make or mare the chances of any candidate and that is why each of the candidates is bidding to ensure that there is no error or his or her side.
It appears that what will determine who carries the day in the debate is the issue of the economy. The candidates are expected to show case how they would better the American economy. The candidates are also expected to make there last exploits before Gov Rick Perry joins the race. Perry has economic advantage on his side having turned the economy of the state of Texas round. It is expected that the candidate who exploits the issue of the economy will have a lead in the debate.
One thing that would be clear in the debate is that all the candidates are going to be united in launching barrage of criticism against President Obama plan on the economy.
The debate was seen as an opportunity for two of the leading contenders Mitt Romney and Huntsman to show case the advantages they have as successful business people and successful public officers.