The avalanche of states moving their presidential primary to Feb. 5 next year has made a tremendous impact on the 2008 Presidential Race. This cavalcade, which includes Alabama, will change the dynamics dramatically. It has diminished the role that New Hampshire and Iowa have traditionally played as early states in the nominating process, making them somewhat irrelevant.

This earlier primary schedule has accelerated the campaigning and debates. CNN had televised debates in early June featuring the eight democratic candidates followed by a similar show featuring the ten republican aspirants. There was a second televised democratic debate this week.