PRIMARY TODAY: This is what Michigan wanted when it moved up its primary. Michigan wanted to matter more, and it will, at least for the Republican race: Tuesday could be super for Republicans. About 20% of registered voters are expected to participate.

Many Democrats, of course, are not on the Michigan ballot. I'll go out on a limb and predict a Clinton victory in that race. However, with no real reason to vote Democrat, many Democrats are probably considering "crossing over" and voting in the Republican race to sway things. A GR Press poll shows that 22% of respondents say "I normally vote Democratic and will vote on the Republican ballot"

Meanwhile: Independents may help McCain

I predict that McCain will beat out Romney by a slight margin, with Guilliani and Thompson back in the pack. Huckabee is tough to predict. I have trouble believing he'll do well, but surveys and so-called experts say otherwise. We'll see.

Ron Paul will be MIA, which will lead to more outcries of "stolen election" from his supporters.

No write-ins will be accepted. See here for more info on this year's primary process.