Two separate and reliable sources in Texas tell me serious preparations are being made for Governor Rick Perry, 61, to seek the Republican nomination for president.
Dave Carney and Rob Johnson — the former top Perry aides who on Thursday left Newt Gingrich’s floundering campaign — are said to be heading to Texas soon to join in on preparations for the run. I am told this is now “ninety percent likely to occur.” Additionally, Perry allies have begun holding meetings in the state and have been instructed to quietly reach out to contacts in early primary states.
Admit it. The Republican field wouldn't be complete without a squinty, slaw-jawed, secessionist Bush-ish, Steve Austin action figure from Texas.
Seriously, if you squint, Perry is George W. Bush.