In a Perry vs Obama race, it will be extremely easy to cast the election as a choice between a doer and a talker. All a Perry will need to do is say something like “Yes, Obama is a fantastic Orator. Did I mention that Texas added more jobs in the last 4 years than the rest of the US combined?”
Good points. Perry could even make light of his speaking shortfalls in a good way; if it was done well.
It's too bad we have to elect a orator instead of a leader. But in today's age; speaking skills are very important.