I thought of Pence. I think that guy truly is a leader. DeMint’s cool, but does anyone follow him? Is he a leader, or just a Senator saying the right things? Bachmann? She’s an interesting one. Outspoken. But again, does anyone see her as a leader? I’m not so sure about that. And notice none of them has held executive office. Notice also the GOPers who HAVE held executive office, and are pursuing leadership, don’t make your list—Romney, Pawlenty, Guiliani, Jindal, Palin.
Right now, conservatives are frustrated and tired of “reaching across the aisle”. They want someone who vocally opposes Obama’s policies. Pence, DeMint, and Bachmann have vocal in opposing Obama’s policies. Also I might add Joe Wilson to the list. His “You Lie!” outburst made him into a conservative rock star and succesful fundraiser, much to the embarassment of the DC GOP Beltway crowd.
Palwenty Steele, and Romney, strike me, as panderers. They will say anthing to please the immediate audience. Giuliani seems more interested in maintaining his “9-11 Hero” image than running for any office. Similar thing with Palin. It appears at this time that she’s prefers in being the Right’s cheerleader.