If that’s the case (doubt it), he shouldn’t had invited Palin in the first place. You don’t call in heavy artillery like Palin to secure the base unless you need help....unless you’re the type of guy with vanity who gets off on ego trips (like Saxby Chambliss).
This is a favorite tactic of some....”(insert candidate) was already winning (or was gonna win anyway) so they didn’t need Palin’s help.” For those who were “gonna win anyway” they sure do clammer for her endorsement.
Wanna take a guess how much Palin’s agent is getting deluged with “help my campaign” or “come here for this event” requests? You’d be shocked how full the rolodex is.
He was never in trouble.
2010 Governor’s Race:Perry 54.97% of votes to Bill White’s 42.48%
2010 Primary results against Kay Bailey Hutchison: Perry 53% Hutchison 31%