One reason Perry isn’t mentioned by the snooty Kristol is because he’s a true Texan, and that all by itself sits poorly with the Elite.
Another reason might be that Romney and Perry don’t seem to like each other very much. That’s an understatement.
I agree with you that Paul Ryan is probably the most qualified who is already at the national level. By that I mean his high profile position in the House.
I wonder if he’s tough enough. I know he’s determined and stubborn and very articulate, but maybe he needs a little mean streak to survive a promotion to VP. I don’t know.
I like Paul, personally... But he is a wimp in the political arena. He voted for TARP. nothing else need be said.