[StAnDeliver]

"He is well-liked by enough voters and top state leadership, plus he will be the incumbent. This run for President has raised his profile within the state. There will not be a challenger who is strong enough to beat him when the senate election rolls around in 2 years. The standard for senator is much less stringent than the standard for president."

Rick Perry could roll up a blunt this time next year while announcing for Cruz's '18 Senate seat and beat Tedlim by +10. And I believe he will...

[Shugee]

Rick Perry could roll up a blunt this time next year while announcing for Cruz’s ‘18 Senate seat and beat Tedlim by +10. And I believe he will...

Uh no, not happening. Rick Perry is finished in Texas, whether state or national representation. He was governor for 15 years. Our current governor, Greg Abbott has surpassed him already. Texas has taken a more conservative turn politically the last couple of years and Texans have tired of Perry. He had a good run. Trump may have plans for him, however.