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The problem is, it is not among the base or Cain's believers, where the problem lies. It is with the general electorate, Independents, Moderates and crossover Democrats

Among that block, Cain's interests have dropped rapidly. The Author is probably correct. And in effect, Romney will become the likely candidate.

Like it or not, we did have Perry who could have been a good candidate and who is well qualified. But for some reason, the entire base went crazy and launched an effective internal campaign to destroy him. One which even the MSM would have had difficulty in doing. Of course Perry blew much of it himself in the debates, but realistically, much of the hype was also exxagerated, and for some reason, Perry was not “perfect” enough.

Then came the over night emotional popularity of 3%’er Cain, just hours after Palin announced she was not running. It does not take a Rocket Scientist to figure out how that happened. Realistically speaking, Cain is just a toned down version of Donald Trump, with no actual governmental executive experience and a gift for gab. (Which is also somewhat over rated.)

But more importantly, if this folly continues, and Cain is elected as our candidate, it will be not only a painfully embarrassing chapter in the saga of the search for the Most Perfect Conservative Since Reagan, it will be an epic tragedy of historical proportions.

If you’re right, no one is going to pull the levers for Slick Willard.

And Obama will be President for four more years.

The establishment would be happy with that result but the country would lose in the long run.

Cain or any republican candidate will have many months to debate Barry and win over voters in a general election. Primaries bring out the worst because candidates are attacked from all sides. They’re even saying Romney’s brand is being hurt in this primary because he is unable to break 20-25%. Once the GOP has a candidate and the right falls behind the candidate you’ll see things even out, regardless who is picked.

One good debate where Cain zings Barry he could gain huge support.

You are living in delusionland if you think Perry has been damaged in this race by anyone other the Rick Perry.

He was given top spot for doing nothing when he first entered.

He has himself to blame.

That said, Perry is at his most likable, almost funny when he goofs up. I don't think that translates into confidence though.

the entire base went crazy and launched an effective internal campaign to destroy him.

That is just ridiculous. There was a lot of hype prior to and with Perry's entering the race, but he is blowing it all by himself, with absolutely terrible performances. It is very painful to watch him. One day he can do a good interview and you think okay, then the next debate or he can barely string 3 sentences together. It's crushing. He himself has made it more and more difficult to think he has a snowballs chance.
I'll also add that Cain's popularity did not happen overnight. All the while the media was totally ignoring him he was plugging away. He was winning straw poll after straw poll and doing very well down on the ground among the people before the FL poll. At that point the media could no longer ignore him and he started getting some press, which helped catapult what was already becoming a critical mass of support. It's like someone sneaking up behind you until they say "boo!" Just because you didn't see them coming doesn't mean they weren't there long before they said "boo".

Just 25% Have Favorable Opinion of Rick Perry:
Rasmussen, Friday, November 11, 2011

Of the top contenders for the Republican presidential nomination, former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney is viewed most favorably by all voters, while Texas Governor Rick Perry is the least liked. Among Republican voters, Herman Cain and Newt Gingrich still earn mostly positive reviews, while Perry and Ron Paul do not.

Following his devastating debate freeze, just 25% of voters nationwide now have a favorable opinion of Perry.