Yes, I am a big Pence fan and I HAVE looked a Hunter. I could happily vote for either of them.
Unfortunately I think Hunter has the same problem Pence does; he's little known outside of his district and a few activist forums. I think one or the other of them "could" have a chance if there weren't too many candidates...give then a chance to stand out and get known.
Unfortunately, this election looks like it's shaping up to be another three ring circus for both sides...everyone throwing their hats into the ring. When that happens there isn't much chance for someone like Pence or Hunter to go anywhere.
As for Paul, until surrendering to our enemies becomes a conservative value he has no chance. If he runs he will only serve to dilute the field even further for people like Pence and Hunter.
Sure, recognition has to start somewere. Why not support them a bit now.. perahps if they get noticed a little in the primaries it will set them up for wider name recongition so they can run again in 4 years. They will never get name recongition if those who like them write them off.