A lot of useful information was gleaned from exit polls of 2010 midterm voters earlier this week. In New Hampshire, exit polls revealed that among Republican voters former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney holds a sizable lead among other 2012 GOP contenders such as Sarah Palin and Mike Huckabee.
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Former NY Gov. George Pataki won’t rule out 2012
Yet another name in the ring that seems to grow bigger by the day. Former New York Governor George Pataki is a name I hadn’t actually considered, however, Pataki says he has not ruled out running for President in 2012. His decision will be pending for a little while.
Congressman Mike Pence will wait until 2011 to decide
There has been a lot of speculation that Indiana Congressman Mike Pence will be ultimately building a campaign for the Presidency in 2012. This weekend Pence appeared on This Week and spoke to this question saying he would be waiting until after the new year to make a decision.
Republican VP speculation following 2010 victories
Sure, it’s early. Like real early. However, that doesn’t stop the prognosticators from considering who would make a good Vice Presidential pick for the eventual Republican ticket. Politico starts off the speculation with a piece on many rising Republican stars such as Florida Senator-elect Marco Rubio, Ohio Governor-elect John Kasich and New Mexico Governor-elect Susana Martinez.
Governors Chris Christie, Rick Perry rule out 2012 runs
There has been a lot of talk surrounding whether New Jersey Governor Chris Christie could toss his hat in the 2012 ring considering his growing positive reputation in his home state. This morning on Meet the Press, Christie denied he was even considering a 2012 campaign: