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.
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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: