For the last several weeks one presidential candidate has been causing a stir without even announcing his candidacy.

After originally shooting down rumors of his intention to seek the GOP nomination, Texas governor Rick Perry has since started to reconsider the possibility. Political pundits have since kept a close eye on Perry while he thinks it over.

Some recent facts on Perry:

• He’s got a shaky past with former Texas governor and president George W. Bush.
• Leaders of the Christian Right are already rallying behind him.
• After Thursday he may have violated international law.

If and when he decides to join the race, Perry will be entering a crowded Republican field. There are already nearly a dozen candidates seeking the party’s nomination.