"Jon Huntsman's decision to forgo Iowa's first-in-the-nation caucus is drawing flak from top Iowa Republicans.
The former ambassador to China and former governor of Utah is citing his opposition to ethanol subsidies as the reason for not competing in Iowa. Criticism from Iowans is predictable, as they seek to protect their prominent status in the nominating process.
A spokesman for Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad, a Republican, noted that he supports phasing out the subsidies and released this statement Tuesday: 'Gov. Branstad believes Gov. Huntsman should campaign in Iowa ... Gov. Branstad believes it is a mistake to miss out on the opportunity to compete in such an important state in the nominating process and does not believe Gov. Huntsman will benefit as a result of his refusal to participate in the caucuses here.''"
Huntsman's Decision To Skip To Iowa Draws Criticism
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