TX-PPP: Gov. Perry (R) struggling, Abbott would do better

[Talleyrand]

I like Perry, but if I were a betting man, I'd say that he won't run for reelection, and that'd be a smart decision. Abbott as the nominee would likely end any chance the Democrats have of picking up the seat, allowing us to focus resources elsewhere.

Some people I'm close with have worked for him in the past, and they all say he's not really the type to "go quietly". I doubt he'll retire even if his chances of winning this bout are low.