who will be in the 5/5 debate?

[heavenlyboy34]

Got this note from Ron Paul 2012:

We've taken a big step forward!

Last week, I formed a presidential exploratory committee as the next step toward a possible 2012 run. And, let me tell you, the response has been overwhelming!

Our announcement was covered by virtually every major media outlet and generated tremendous attention. Just think how far we have come!

In 2007, our exploratory committee barely registered on the national radar, and we had to fight just to get on television. Now, we get so many interview requests I can not physically do them all!

Our issues have been thrust into the spotlight during a critical time in America - a time like no other in my life. More and more Americans are waking up to the fact that we need to balance our budget, rein in the Federal Reserve, restore civil liberties, and return to a constitutional foreign policy.

This Thursday, May 5th, I have agreed to participate in the Fox News debate in Greenville, South Carolina. The debate itself will be a major factor in determining if we launch a full-fledged campaign later in the month.

There is another factor we will consider as well.

The Grassroots have been organizing a Money Bomb on the day of the debate, and its success is crucial to my final decision. Our team will have a counter up at our new website, www.RonPaul2012.com (http://paracom.paramountcommunication.com/ct/5863664:8667203382:m:1:230477376:856FAA76394F68E41 6CA91BCE8B43912), for all the world to see.

I hope you will help show them how strong we are.

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I hope you will consider chipping in to help make the Debate Day Money Bomb a huge success. Please remember to mark your calendars for Thursday, May 5th, and check in at www.RonPaul2012.com (http://paracom.paramountcommunication.com/ct/5863664:8667203382:m:1:230477376:856FAA76394F68E41 6CA91BCE8B43912). And, if you can, please also remember to watch me fight for our principles in the debate that night!

Thank you for your consideration.

Who else is going to be in the debate? :confused: /curious

[kah13176]

Huckabee, Romney, and Palin have not confirmed yet. I'm pretty sure Trump hasn't either. It is getting awfully late for them to confirm as well.

Gingrich, Roehmer, Pawlenty, and I can't remember the other 1 or 2 that will be there..

[tsai3904]

Participating: Ron Paul, Gary Johnson, Tim Pawlenty, Rick Santorum, Herman Cain
Possible: Mitt Romney, Fred Karger, Buddy Roemer
Unlikely: Newt Gingrich (http://hotlineoncall.nationaljournal.com/archives/2011/04/gingrich-unlike.php), Sarah Palin
Definitely Not: Mike Huckabee (will make decision in summer), Donald Trump (can't make a decision until after his show ends in mid May)

The deadline to form an exploratory committee is May 3 to participate in the debate.

[Johnnymac]

plus 1 nice catch

[sailingaway]

Participating: Ron Paul, Gary Johnson, Tim Pawlenty, Rick Santorum, Herman Cain
Possible: Mitt Romney, Fred Karger, Buddy Roemer
Unlikely: Newt Gingrich (http://hotlineoncall.nationaljournal.com/archives/2011/04/gingrich-unlike.php), Sarah Palin
Definitely Not: Mike Huckabee (will make decision in summer), Donald Trump (can't make a decision until after his show ends in mid May)

The deadline to form an exploratory committee is May 3 to participate in the debate.

Where did you find this?

[tsai3904]

I compiled it myself. The one's I listed as participating have confirmed they are. Mitt Romney meets all the requirements but has stated that he will make a decision soon. Karger and Roemer want to participate but I don't know if they will meet the polling requirements. Newt's spokesman has said he is unlikely to participate. Nothing has come out of Palin's camp so it's highly unlikely she will form an exploratory committee within the next few days. Huckabee has publicly stated that he will make a decision in the summer and Trump can't participate because of his show.

[kah13176]

I don't think GJ was even invited, nor has he polled 1% nationally, an entry requirement.

[tsai3904]

I don't think GJ was even invited, nor has he polled 1% nationally, an entry requirement.

You're right about Gary. There hasn't been any official word from him and I'm unsure about his polling. I saw this post (http://www.ronpaulforums.com/showthread.php?286770-May-5th-Debate-Greenville-SC-Official-Organization-Thread&p=3233855&viewfull=1#post3233855) awhile back and it stuck in my mind so I thought he was going to participate. I'm not sure where he got that information.