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Scott Walker, the governor of Wisconsin who was considered earlier this year to be one of the two frontrunners (along with Jeb Bush) for the Republican nomination, is quitting the race [foxnews.com], according to several news organizations [washingtonpost.com] ahead of a scheduled news conference. Walker created controversy in Wisconsin with his union-busting policies [theatlantic.com], making him a conservative favorite; however, he was unable to create enthusiasm for his bid on the campaign trail.

At times, Walker seemed to be both overly cautious and dangerously misinformed at the same time [cnn.com].

Recent polls in Iowa showed that Walker's support there has almost evaporated [politico.com] during the two months he's been on the campaign trail. The Iowa caucuses, scheduled for next January, is by tradition the first event of the primary season that produces party convention delegates for the winner. It was considered a must-win event for Walker, who was already fairly well known in Iowa, a state bordering Wisconsin.

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