There are several reasons Jon Huntsman has not emerged as one of the top candidates despite his credentials. (1) He got into the race late and without a strong on-the-ground presence. (2) He was an excellent governor of Utah, but Utah does not put you on the national stage. (3) He lacks the charisma that has characterized most successful candidates. None of this is a knock on Huntsman. He will not get the nomination but would be an excellent Secretary of State.