Rick Perry to end campaign, endorse Newt Gingrich
Just yesterday in this space, yours truly said:
If Rick Perry wanted to end his campaign with a flourish and contribute to the cause of conservatism, I personally think that he could do no better at this stage than to drop out (in advance of Saturday’s vote) and endorse Gingrich.
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The news on the wires this morning is that Governor Rick Perry is about to do just that. News conference predicted for 11 a.m.
It is exactly the right move for Perry and I salute him for it.
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Update: From the transcript of Rick Perry’s remarks:
Therefore, today I am suspending my campaign and endorsing Newt Gingrich for president.
I believe Newt is a conservative visionary who can transform our country.
We have had our differences, which campaigns inevitably bring out. And Newt is not perfect, but who among us is?
The fact is, there is forgiveness for those who seek God and I believe in the power of redemption, for it is a central tenet of my own Christian faith.
And I have no question Newt Gingrich has the heart of a conservative reformer, the ability to rally and captivate the conservative movement and the courage to tell the Washington interests to take a hike if it’s what is best for the country.
