Really solid governor with a ton of experience over a sizeable economy but I just don't think he has the tangibles for the national stage. Should be interesting to watch though.
He didn't have them in 2012. And he'd look weak next to a jeb. But looking at who will be running in 2016 (so far, of course), I think Perry brings the most experience - With a tenure in office to date of 12 years, 347 days, Perry is the second longest serving current U.S. governor. Retiring in 2014, just in time to visit Iowa and establish himself.
Most experience. From Boy Scout to Air Force Captain. The closest Marco Rubio's been to military service is making up stories of being the "son of exiles" which they were certainly not. Christie? LOL he couldn't pass the physical.
Yes, he was lost and occasionally a little drunk in 2012 (once he was out of it, he did sip a little before that hilarious speech!), but now that he's had time to prepare for it, he's gonna be much smoother.
Who can beat him? Smack yourself if you say Rubio or Christie. Rand/Cruz have good positions, but are both newbies to national scene.