I can't think of another political figure who is so genuinely one of us. Any other potential (or declared) presidential candidate would have an entourage and security surrounding them, not to mention a gaggle of reporters in tow.
And here's Sarah Palin - arguably the most famous woman in America, casually strolling across the campus of Reagan's alma mater with just her family - speaking to everyone she meets.
Mrs. Smith goes to Washington in 2012. I'm all in with that.
I think Perry is the only candidate that is man enough to run as her VP.