Dan, around two minutes after you started this thread, I started a thread on the same topic. I didn't see your thread until after starting mine.
In answer to your question, I'm disappointed that Mike Huckabee isn't running. And I'm very concerned that the Republicans have a candidate who can realistically defeat Barack Hussein Obama. At this time, our best chance is for people to be fed up with Obama to the extent that they will choose the Republican even if that candidate is far from ideal. Our focus might have to be 90 % or more on exposing Obama, compared to promoting the Republican Candidate. The next few months will give us a better idea where things stand. Right now, I'm not optimistic.