As usual, you and I are on the same page regarding the dynamics of this race.
Like you, I would give my support to any of the three remaining conservatives should the other two bow out, but I honestly feel that of the three, Newt stands the best chance of knocking out Romney. Of that group, he would also make the better president for these times.
Onyx, I think you could ping the Palin list on this thread and it would be a good thing.