I think Rick Perry is the ONLY candidate that is suitable to both the GOP-e and conservatives.
He is NOT my favorite at all. But he is acceptable.
Cruz / Palin / Walker / Paul could beat the suitpants off of Clinton. Perry lacks debating skills.
Debating skills can be learned. We need to coalesce around an acceptable, though imperfect candidate early on in the process. Having FReepers battle it out over nuances just drains us of the energy needed to win.
Furthermore, FReepers should be focusing on winning elections to local, county and state offices. How many school districts could use a FReeper majority. Vouchers everyone?