Joe Biden, Chris Dodd Out; Candidate Field Narrowed Down

Say Bye to "Bye-den" and Others

The Iowa caucus did what it does best, limit the amount of candidates for the presidential race to the White House. After poor performances by many candidates, you will no longer see as many candidates anymore. As of late last night, Democratic presidential candidates Chris Dodd and Joe Biden dropped out as a result of the caucus results. But surely, it can be expected that other candidates will withdraw from the race from the Republican side too.

Joe Biden in the caucus finished with only one percent of the votes in caucus. Similarly, Chris Dodd had near zero percent support in the caucus. They announced shortly after the results came in that they were dropping out. Dodd stated on his website that he was thankful for everyone's efforts. He goes onto state, "I count the past year as one of the most rewarding in a career of public service." Biden also made similar statements. He has a huge banner that says "thank you."

Kevin Anderson, a political science student, says they both did not stand much of a chance. "These are good candidates and people. However, they are going against top candidates such as Obama, Edwards, and of course Clinton. They did not raise enough cash and did not have much support. People do not believe they were viable candidates. The caucus shows they weren't."

Another Democratic candidate, Bill Richardson has yet to withdraw from the field of presidential hopefuls. According to Richardson, who placed a distant fourth, stated on his website that he will continue his campaign in Iowa. His poor showing, however, does not look too promising in New Hampshire, where is lacking much needed support and cash. Richardson only received two percent of the caucus votes. It does not appear Richardson will have a strong showing in New Hampshire. Kevin Anderson, says the New Hampshire primary will force him to drop out. "There is no doubt in my mind that Richardson will drop out after the primary in New Hampshire. He does not have enough support or money. I am surprised however that he is continuing to campaign. It seems like a waste of time to me."