Carson drops out as love doesn’t equal votes

WASHINGTON (AP) – Retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson, a political outsider who signaled the end of his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination Wednesday, formally pulled the plug Friday at a forum in Maryland. Speaking to the Conservative Political Action Conference, an annual gathering of activists, Carson said the nation needs "trickle-down ethics." He said the ideal presidential candidate is ethical and accomplished, has clear policies and treats others well. He says whoever can che

WASHINGTON (AP) – Retired neurosurgeon Ben Carson, a political outsider who signaled the end of his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination Wednesday, formally pulled the plug Friday at a forum in Maryland. Speaking to the Conservative Political Action Conference, an annual gathering of activists, Carson said the nation needs "trickle-down ethics." He said the ideal presidential candidate is ethical and accomplished, has clear policies and treats others well. He says whoever can che…