The Austin American Statesman, who reads Politico, has some fun, fun, funny news.

Gov. Rick Perry will make it clear that he’s running for president during a Saturday speech in South Carolina, a Perry source said today.

Politico first reported that Perry will make his intentions clear during a speech at the RedState conservative gathering. It will be his first trip to an early-primary state.

Okay, so here’s a guy who refused to debate his last opponent, refused to speak with newspaper editors, refused to take unscreened questions, and is announcing for President at a private function.

Is Katie Couric anywhere around?

Y’all, I’m telling you – he’s Elmer Gantry.  He’s a snake oil salesman.

But, the upside is this.  When Time Magazine does a cover for him, all they’ll have to change is the picture.