John Huntsman of Utah seems to be the leading Republican prospect for the 2012 presidential election. Other possible candidates include Mitch Daniels of Indiana, Sarah Palin, former governor of Alaska, Gov. Chris Christie of New Jersey, Gov. Rick Perry of Texas and Representative Paul D. Ryan of Wisconsin, the chairman of the Budget Committee.
New York Times, May 1, 2011
Republicans Are Pursuing a Wider Field for 2012 Race