Gov. Haley Barbour weighs 2012 presidential run
Barbour, during a visit with The Clarion-Ledger editorial board Wednesday, said if he does jump into the 2012 race, “it’s going to be because I think I can do a better job of producing economic growth and job creation” than any other Republican candidate. The Democratic leadership in Washington has failed, he said.
“We’re sitting here on what might as well still be a recession on Main Street Mississippi, and the biggest impediment to economic growth is the uncertainty created by our own government,” Barbour said.
Barbour said he would not make a decision until after the upcoming legislative session, requiring his full attention.
“It’s all consuming,” he said. “If you don’t have the fire in your belly and you’re not willing to be totally focused on making this a success, you’re not going to be successful.”
Clarion Ledger
12/16/10
