[CharlesWayneCT]

It’s a helpful argument for supporters of one candidate, to say there are only TWO conservatives, one of whom is no longer a serious contender (in part because a month ago, they were trashing her for all her “missteps” like hiring Ed Rollins, and for her staff attacking their candidate.

They often argue Herman Cain is also conservative, as he also has the characteristic of being highly unlikely to win the nomination.

I happen to think all three are conservative, but that Rick Perry (OTIssuesRating: HARD-CORE CONSERVATIVE) is a conservative.

[CajunConservative]

You always state the position so well. I like Herman Cain, he just needs some political experience as there are differences to running a company and running government.

Perry's rating:

Did you by chance see a certain non candidate's rating? She's not nearly as hardcore conservative as Perry.

Palin's ranking:

Even Michelle Bachmann isn't as hardcore conservative as Perry: