2016 Republican Candidate Power Rankings from 2016Buzz.com
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“ First choice of many, but will he run? „ - 2
“ The candidate of demographics --- but is he ready? „ - 3
Chris Christie
“ Skyhigh approval ratings in NJ and the best thing the Republicans have going. „ - 4
“ Still enjoys confidence of the party despite the ticket's loss. But is he happier in the House? „ - 5
“ Smart filibuster move secures more support and 2016 Buzz. „ - 6
“ Appears ready to run, setting himself up nicely. „ - 7 “ Still a darling of the right? Would he be next in line? „
- 8
Scott Walker
“ Stood up for rightward principles and was re-elected. „ - 9 “ Up and comer, taken seriously by all. „
- 10
Susana Martinez
“ A demographic dream. „ - 11 “ Never got off the ground in 2012, can he find a new strategy for 2016? „
- 12 “ A favorite of the right, he made the tough cuts in Ohio. „
- 13
Tim Pawlenty
“ TPaw doesn't seem to have enough fight and would he been seen as another Mitt? „ - 14 “ If he ran again he would have strong support among the Christian right. „
- 15
Rob Portman
“ Serious resume, but missing the VP slot was a blow. Update: Gay marriage flip-flop will hurt him with the right. „ - 16 “ Tax increases in Virginia have him moving down this list. „
- 17
John Thune
“ Would be a serious contender but doesn't seem to have the fire in the belly. „ - 18 “ Always flirting with a run, but Palin's moment seems to have passed. „
- 19
Ben Carson
“ Could be 2016's Herman Cain...or more „ - 20
Ted Cruz
“ Rising Tea Party favorite. But is he even eligible? „
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