For John, BLUF: With Rep Paul Ryan having given a definite no, this is the Wisconsin Favorite Son. Nothing to see here; just move along.
From the Althouse Blog we have a link to a New York Times story on Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker as a possible Republican Presidential Candidate in 2016. Here is what Professor Althouse quoted from the NYT article:
There is no way to know whether Mr. Walker will have the appeal and discipline necessary to win a presidential primary. But he has won three contested elections in a blue state, even while running and governing as a conservative. He naturally speaks the language of cultural conservatives, frequently invoking faith and God, which is crucial in the Iowa caucuses. In 2012, evangelical Christians represented 57 percent of Iowa caucus-goers, according to entrance polls. It is not at all obvious that Mr. Walker’s Midwestern persona, which may strike some as lacking sizzle, is a negative on the prairies of Iowa. In the end, Mr. Walker will have to capitalize on his opportunity, and prove as compelling on the campaign trail and in debates as he is on paper. If he does, he would be a far more serious contender for the presidential nomination than many of the candidates who have received substantially more news media attention over the last few years.The Professor notes that "The New York Times takes Scott Walker seriously and treats him with respect." Several Commenters take this as a kiss of death for Governor Walker.
Hat tip to Ann Althouse.
Regards — Cliff
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