[Hoot Gibson]

I hate to hear that Romney withdrew because it makes it more likely that the GOP elitists will be able to manipulate the nomination process to ensure that another RINO runs in 2016. The last thing that I want to see is another Bush v. Clinton campaign - unless it would be a Christie v. Clinton race.

I Republicans must run a moderate, why can't it be Ohio's John Kasich or Wisconsin's Scott Walker? Both men have outstanding records as governors and would have appeal among conservatives.

I don't know anybody who is excited about a Bush III presidency and I don't think any amount of campaign cash will light a fire under the base if Bush gets the nomination.