Morning Jay: Establishment vs. Grassroots, Axelrod, and More!

Welcome to the return of Morning Jay! From a civic perspective, I have mixed feelings (at best) about the permanent campaign, but from a professional point of view, it’s awesome! We’re just three months off the last election, and already there is so much to discuss about the next one! For the time being, expect a new Morning Jay every Wednesday and Friday, with a focus on the 2012 presidential campaign. So, without further ado, let’s get started!

1. Establishment Versus Grassroots? With the recent announcement that Mike Pence will not run for president, and every indication that Jon Huntsman is throwing his hat into the ring, there’s lots of chatter about an establishment versus grassroots divide in the Republican Party.