good luck and god less you. god bless the united states of america. now it s time for the people to be heard. i m wolf blitzer at the cnn election center. we want to welcome our viewers in the united states and around the world. no one knows what will happen within the next few hours. one of these seven republicans could take a step closer to the white house. others may be forced to drop out of the race after iowans have their say. tonight cnn caucus cameras will take you inside the places where voters are gathering right now. take a look. crowds are already forming inside the halls in various caucuses. you ll be able to see exactly how this contest works. we have the most cameras in the most locations.
tonight, the first test of the republican presidential candidates that counts. anyone could win. what should the role of government be? and everything could change. we are not going to spend more money than what we re bringing in in this country. it s iowa s choice. will iowans embrace mitt romney? i want to restore america. i want to turn around america. make ron paul the spoiler? i think we have too many laws is what the problems are. turn back the the establishment witches i d go away. choose rick santorum? if we don t have strong family, we won t have a strong family. or another come-from-behind candidate? we will repeal obama care, it will happen. only one republican will face off against the president. i believe in america. in a new year of challenges and economic pain. there s no more important task for the next president. the candidates have spoken. vote for me on january 3rd. thank you all very much. god bless you. good l