Prager H3: Whether he is an anti-Semite or just a stark isolationist, Ron Paul is a polarizing figure in this election. Callers weigh in.

Prager H2: Sure, House Republicans were correct, in principle, when opposing the Senate’s Payroll Tax compromise, but was it the smart position politically? Are there times when pragmatism must trump even cherished principles?

Prager H1: Mark ranges over a few of the day’s top stories. Issues raised include: why are we not taking care of the Iraqis who risked their lives to help our forces in Iraq; are college students so befuddled by the voting process that they can’t show an ID at the voting booth; will one candidate emerge out of the pack from Iowa caucuses.