I think it just cements the fact that the Republican party is broken and will most likely be unable to compete this election year. I would prefer Ron Paul and Bob Barr to run together under the Constitution Party banner, since it's the thrust of both their campaigns.

I think the real problem with third parties is that because they have such firm beliefs they will not bend or make concessions just to get elected. If say three or four of the "third" parties could find some common ground and combine forces there could be a possibility of a party other than the Republicats winning. Also I think focusing on the presidency and not house or senate races is a huge mistake.