Our prayers might be answered: Christie to decide on 2012 bid.

[hcallega]

First let me say that one of my friends is essentially family with Governor Christie. They talk regularly and my friend's father is one of Christie's closest friends. Of course that doesn't mean I have any great insight into Christie's mind, but I've heard a few things. The first is that he has no interest in running for President after just two years as Governor. The jobs not done yet, and it's a big jump in terms of campaigning ability and media coverage. Also, Christie is no fan of the Tea Party and doesn't want to have to kowtow before them. Plus, he likes Obama personally.

That all being said, I do see Christie on the short-list for VEEP for any GOP nominee. He would help among white working class voters in the Rust Belt, especially Pennsylvania and Ohio. He also gives the party a more practical voice, while not being cast as weak (as Huntsman has). Looking forward to 2016, I think that could be his year. He's a strong governor in a major media market who could appeal to a party looking for an alternative to the Tea Party (especially if Perry is nominated and loses in 2012).