Enough of this ‘if only’ on Sarah. She made up her mind, announced her decision. She is not running this year. Time to ‘move on’ and choose from among those who are in the race.
Who’s kidding who, that the debates don’t matter? I like and respect Perry, and came *this* close to joining his support team. But the debates and other gaffes did him in, and I don’t see any way back. As has been said, you only have one opportunity to make a first impression. If a presidential candidate cannot articulate his positions clearly, he’s toast. Stumbling over your own tongue isn’t a really winning presidential attribute.
This has been the strangest primary season ever, without the first vote yet cast. Who knows, Perry could have a resurgence. I wouldn’t bet the ranch on it, tho.
What are you afraid of - take your own advice and move on yourself - no one is stuck but you. Don’t try to catch up with Sarah - she’s already light years ahead of you.