The opinions expressed in this commentary are solely those of Steve Perry.

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He followed in the grand tradition of Journey's Steve Perry, forced to retire because of his arthritis in 1998, and Eddie Van Halen, who needed hip replacement surgery in 1999 and is currently battling cancer.

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The paperwork for the takeover by Andy Perry, Andy Saunders and Steve Middleton was completed this week.

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Previous recipients of the prize, first awarded in 1984, include Antony Gormley, Damien Hirst, Steve McQueen and Grayson Perry.

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Steve Deace, an influential Iowa conservative radio host, said he doubts that Bachmann can compete with Perry's sophisticated campaign organization and deep pockets.

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