It’s 15% or Bust In Iowa

First Read: “Here’s the most important number to consider when thinking about the Feb. 3 Iowa caucuses: 15 percent.”

“That’s the minimum support a candidate must get at an individual caucus site to achieve viability in order to earn delegates. If a candidate doesn’t meet that 15 percent threshold, his or her supporters must realign with a different candidate who has achieved viability – or go to the ‘uncommitted’ part of the room.”

“So for the candidates who are touting rising poll numbers or buzz in the Hawkeye State, if you’re not within striking distance of 15 percent, you’re simply not a player.”