In the face of Karl Rove, Charles Krauthammer, and Bill Kristol, Paul Ryan has reaffirmed that he is not running for president (via NRO):
“I sincerely appreciate the support from those eager to chart a brighter future for the next generation. While humbled by the encouragement, I have not changed my mind, and therefore I am not seeking our party’s nomination for President. I remain hopeful that our party will nominate a candidate committed to a pro-growth agenda of reform that restores the promise and prosperity of our exceptional nation. I remain grateful to those I serve in Southern Wisconsin for the unique opportunity to advance this effort in Congress.”
I never expected him to run as I took him at his word that he wouldn’t and I feel the same about Christie. It’s only those who were pushing him hard that are upset at his announcement.
Now, if we can get Sarah Palin to go ahead and make an announcement in the next week or so, we’ll be all set.
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