[Republican 2012 presidential hopefuls debate on various demostic issues in Charleston, S.C.].

Sparks fly as CNN's John King opens the GOP debate with a pointed question to Newt Gingrich on allegations leveled by his ex-wife. Gingrich scolds King and CNN for choosing to open a Presidential debate with such a "deeply personal" subject. The candidates comment on defense spending, veteran's benefits, and the possibility of repealing the Affordable Health Care Act. An aggressive Santorum sharply criticizes Romney for the Massachusetts health plan which was a model for the Federal plan. Paul notes his military service then criticizes government involvement in medical care. Romney touts his business acumen. They debate taxes and talk about their own tax payments, the economy, job creation, Internet access, immigration policy, abortion, the Federal budget, and freedom. They all talk about defeating President Obama in November and Gingrich calls Obama "the most dangerous President of our lifetime". Sponsored by the Southern Republican Leadership Conference, in Charleston, SC.

Broadcast on CNN, Jan. 19, 2012.