The large number of remaining candidates all have something in common; they all stand out head and shoulders above the current administration. While Michelle Bachman and Rick Santorum both have excellent ideas the reality is neither is likely to go very far. Governors Perry and Huntsman both have experience and positive track records in office. The latter spoke about the need to limit Congressional terms; I agree strongly with that and he had international experience with China, a positive. Mr. Perry has done poorly in the debates yet has some good ideas including plans for energy policy and US becoming self sufficient. Mr. Romney projects as middle of the road and policies are not dramatically different than the current establishment. He talks tough toward China and the need for a strong defense; it seems doubtful he would be willing to cut the defense budget making deficit balancing precarious.
The candidates that offer the largest contrast to the status quo are Paul, Cain and Gingrich. In my view, at this point, Gingrich looks to offer the best chance for dramatic change. He appears extremely knowledgeable, had significant past Congressional experience, success and looks to have the COURAGE and WILL to take on the establishment.
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