Media is saying the "hype" Trump is getting by not showing up far exceeds what he would get by attending the debate. One article said he has very little to gain by going but runs a risk of slipping in the polls if the other candidates were to out debate him.
I like Cruz but I will give Trump credit, he is the master of the game. The only name I heard over and over on the radio this morning was trumps. They keep saying "Trump" & the other GOP candidates. If i'm running for public office I don't want to be called "Other candidates" in the media just before the hawk-i caucus.
PT barnum has been quoted "All publicity is good publicity, as long as they spell your name right. Well today trump is the only name i'm hearing.