When he announced that he was stepping down from his leadership role in the House GOP to consider his future plans, many people in Indiana thought Mike Pence would run for Governor of Indiana. But there are a lot of conservative activists who would like him to consider a run for president instead. After his great speech in Detroit yesterday, I can see why. Since he was speaking to the Detroit Econ... More

In a taped interview to air on Larry King tonight, the former first lady said about Sarah Palin: “I sat next to her once. Thought she was beautiful — and I think she’s very happy in Alaska — and I hope she’ll stay there.” Zing! Well, seems obvious that Barbara Bush doesn’t think too highly of Sarah Palin. Usually when politicos compliment-then-attack Pal... More

I think Philip Klein at the American Spectator might have the best read on Mike Huckabee’s intentions in 2012. He noted that when Huckabee ran back in 2008, he had nothing to lose (former governor) and everything to gain by making a long-shot run for president. But all that’s changed now. He’s earning good money for the first time in his life and people listen to what he has to ... More