Here are mine.
1. Perry/Palin *
2. Cain
3. Gingrich
4. Bachmann
* If Palin declares, I’ll decide between the two based on their performance as candidates. I will contribute to both campaigns and let the best one win my vote.
Cain’s inexperience in political office is a non-issue for me because he will surround himself with solid conservatives and seek their wisdom in areas where he needs their experience. He is not a narcissist like Zero, so that prevents a scenario where he is unwilling/unable to listen to his advisors.
Gingrich’s personal baggage is not quite a non-issue for me but close to it. His positions on conservative issues and ability to discern the core problem/solution is enough. Like Perry on HPV, Newt made a mistake on global warming, but I can forgive it and move forward. Newt has the intellectual skills of Reagan.
Bachmann’s inexperience is an issue for me, but I can get past it enough to vote for her. She too will surround herself with solid conservative advisors and will listen. Her biggest problem will be leaping before seeking wisdom. I think her advisors will have to be proactive rather than reactive in order to prevent missteps.
Perry is the only one with a record of job creation. He has a solid relationship with the other Republican governors which will an important factor in the upcoming election.
Congress members and CEO’s seem to be the scum of he earth right now on the street. It will be difficult to attract independents to either Bachmann and Cain because that is where their records reside. Especially Bachmann.
Both Bachmann and Cain are great advocates for conservatives but neither have a stong record of leadership.
Don’t be lulled into thinking anyone can beat Obama.