Barbour put on the ‘A-List’ by The National Journal

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The Hotline assesses which potential White House contenders are most likely to win the 2012 Republican presidential nomination.

4. HALEY BARBOUR
Many believe Barbour is the best tactician, and one of the best politicians, in the Republican Party. His tenure at the Republican Governors Association was a virtually unqualified success, and he can claim credit for down-ballot wins, too. But as the Mississippian himself points out, he’s a lawyer, a lobbyist, and a politician – three strikes in an atmosphere that distains the establishment.

The National Journal
11/9/10