[jpsb]

I think you are correct, Perry ruined his chances with his terrible performance in 2012. It is probably not fair, since he was on pain medication but that's the way it goes.

Cruz could be a force and Rand Paul will be a force. This time I am hoping conservatives will not split their votes and decide early on Cruz, Paul or Sara. I think it very unlikely that Sara will run so we need to decide on either Cruz or Paul. Either one is fine with me. Both are strong principled conservatives that can articulate the conservative message. Slight edge to Cruz on being the better conservative but slight edge to Paul on experience and organization. (And there is always that natural born citizen thing that could prevent a Cruz run).

[varina davis]

Gov. Rick Perry in 2016 with Cruz or Paul as running mate. works for me.