Texas Gov. Rick Perry (R) on Monday said he does not regret his failed presidential campaign last year, a bid that was notable for several gaffes and shaky debate performances.

"It was an extraordinary experience -- I mean, one that I wouldn't trade," Perry said before a local tea party outfit in North Richland Hills, Texas. "And looking back on it ... I would do it again."

Perry has said repeatedly that he will consider running for president again in 2016.