I didn’t support anybody during the primaries, but I did not hesitate to support Romney in the general. I thought our field was weak. I liked Governor Gary Johnson and Governor Rick Perry, but neither of them made a good impression in the initial debates (although Governor Perry did well in his subsequent debates).
For just a few of the people whom I think could emerge as terrific candidates in four years:
First, my absolute favorite #1 person in politics: Senator Tom Coburn of Oklahoma. That’s Dr. Coburn. I really like that he was a success in his chosen occupation outside politics (medicine) before commencing politics. (Ditto Governor Romney and Governor Johnson both of whom were businessmen, and ditto Congressman Ron Paul and Governor Perry for having served in the military.)
Second, if not for President, then for Vice President: Senator Marco Rubio of Florida, Governor Susana Martinez of New Mexico, Governor Bobby Jindal of Louisiana, and Governor Nikki Haley of South Carolina. Maybe we should add a little color to the mix?
Third, my Governor, Bob McDonnell of Virginia. Solid social conservative. Strong Christian. And, hey, Virginia is a swing state.
Fourth, what about the kid Governor of Ohio, John Kasich?
Rick Santorum. Should have won this year, should run again in 2016.
mcdonnell, alas, is not an honest person. he must be stricken from everyone’s list.