CNN Undercard Republican Debate: Live Coverage

The party, not deciding:

I think these are also previews of what these notable Republicans and those like them might say if they end up campaigning for the ticket, speaking at the convention or even, long shot, running as VP.

Rothenberg is right that this undercard debate will have little effect on the horse race, but I think Clare is also right: It is an interesting measure of where the Republican Party stands on these issues. A couple of years ago the GOP seemed like it was becoming more dovish. That seems like a long time ago listening this evening.