Indeed, Perry backing pro abortioner Rudy 100% in 2008 was a killer.
Rudy has his flaws too like your candidate but he led New York in a very solemn time. I commend him for doing such a great job. Rudy did VERY WELL during 9/11.
Perry backed Rudy for his national security and strong executive skill and bonafides. And during that GOP Primary most Texans were backing Rudy.
This is an interesting article about where Texas' campaign money and support was going in '08. Things just aren't back and white. Texas donors on fence for 2008 election