A "formidable' delusion

Iowa Governor Terry Branstad praised JEB! after he remotely (from Florida) hosted a re-election fundraiser for him, stating the Bush Crown Prince would make "formidable candidate" if he ran for president in 2016.  If Branstad means that JEB! would have a lock on the nomination if he runs, he speaks the truth.  If he meant JEB! would be a "formidable candidate" in a general election, then he needs to check himself into the nearest mental hospital instead of seeking another term as Iowa's governor.