No, it’s not a debate. That would be coarse. It’s actually a series of speed dates conversations between Mike Huckabee and some of the surviving GOP candidates. And we’re holding a Cartoon Cavalcade/Open Thread because it’s only 5pm in Sandy Eggo, so what the hell.

Herman Cain! will be announcing his intentions in a few minutes. Let’s tune in!

Selected reader reviews for “Microwave for One”, a 1987 cookbook by Sonia Allison.

Michael Pemulis:

It used to be that I got home from work and the only thing I’d want to put in my mouth was the cold barrel of my grandfather’s shotgun. Then I discovered Sonia Allison’s Chicken Tetrazzini, and now there are two things.

Chef in Trainng:

I’ve never been a culinary master, so to speak — Mary was always the chef in our family. Apparently her new husband David also knows his way around the kitchen.

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“Donald Trump is pairing up with Newsmax, the conservative magazine and news Web site, to moderate a presidential debate in Des Moines on Dec. 27.” [NYT]

Robin Haraway, Millington, TN:

“Sir, I firmly believe that you were sent to our nation through Divine Providence and I believe that you are the man to preserve our Republic for our children. Remember, you have overcome many adversities in your life. You have pulled yourself up by your bootstraps through sheer determination and honesty. You were delivered from cancer. My prayers are for strength and guidance for you and your beautiful family this weekend.”

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Bret Baier interviews Mitt Romney [Fox]

Bret Baier: Mitt Romney called questions ‘uncalled for’ [Politico]

“My wife did not know about it, and that was the revelation. My wife found out about it when [Ginger White] went public with it… My wife and I have talked about it, and I have explained it to her. My wife understands that I’m a soft-hearted giving person.” [New Hampshire Union-Leader]