‘Humbler’ Rick Perry in presidential bid for 2016

Former Texas governor Rick Perry launched his presidential campaign four years ago as an instant frontrunner.

He was a proven job- creator with solid conservative credentials, formidable fundraising prowess, and perhaps enough cowboy swagger to take Republicans by storm.

Then came his embarrassing “oops” moment during a debate and Perry’s tumble from powerhouse to punchline.

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