Looking for Republican National Committee leadership

Many have been clamoring for leadership at the national level for the Republican National Committee. Does anyone even know who Mike Duncan is?

Duncan is the chairman of the RNC, and quite honestly he’s a nobody. He’s got a fine resume and I’m sure he’s a nice guy, but he’s got zero name recognition.

Hot Air is asking the question of the hour. Malkin has a poll up too, but it’s not as straight forward.

Newt Gingrich and Michael Steele have both been mentioned as being interested in ousting current leadership come January, and my first thought is that both could be good choices, but what do I know.

I think Gingrich is a great teacher, one who would be an excellent organizer and could fill the role quite well. I’m not so certain that he is electable, therefore the RNC chair may be a good spot for him.

I do like Michael Steele – although I don’t know too much about him yet – and think he may be a candidate that would be more acceptable compared to Gingrich – no offense to Newt.

Maybe the RNC chairman’s responsibilities should simply be the ability to teach conservatism, raise funds, support marketing efforts and get top-notch people (like Steele) interested in running for office.

Note that the poll at Hot Air confirms I’m not alone thinking there is no clear choice, the poll is split down the middle right now.

More reading and other possible candidates.

• Newt for RNC chair?
• Malkin is saying thanks, but no thanks to Newt
• How about Fred Thompson?
• Huckabee thinks that his former campaign manager – Chip Saltsman – would be a good bet

Note: Even though Malkin states her case against Newt for chairman, the voting on her site shows Newt’s still got solid one out of three support.