[Wonder Warthog]

"...and I think based on his debate performances many conservatives simply do not like him personally."

Another factor is that many (myself included) look on him as "Bush III". That may not be true, but it "is" a real perception.

[thackney]

That may not be true

From this Texan's perspective, it is far from true.

I have seen plenty of Texans complain about Perry, myself at times included.

But I have not seen the opinion from the people here that he is another Bush.

What actions of his do you see the same as Bush?