| 11. Sen. Joe Lieberman, I-Conn. | ||
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PROS: Choosing Al Gore's former running mate would constitute a bold move to the center. Has worked closely with McCain on Iraq policy and environmental issues. Deep personal relationship with the candidate.
CONS: Still votes with the Democrats on most issues not connected to the war, and supports abortion rights. Could prompt a conservative revolt. Probably wouldn't help carry his heavily Democratic home state. | |
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| 12. Gen. David Petraeus | ||
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PROS: Widely respected U.S. commander would help raise the stakes in a national-security election. Cerebral and talented general with strong political skills.
CONS: Has never held elected office. Would ensure more than ever that McCain's fate would rest on outcome of Iraq War. | |
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| 13. Rep. Mike Pence, R-Ind. | ||
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PROS: A conservative rising star who will be 49 on Election Day. Has led House efforts to control wasteful spending. Former talk-show host would be effective campaign presence.
CONS: Minimal national profile or foreign-policy experience. | |
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| 14. Republican Gov. Sonny Perdue of Georgia | ||
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PROS: Brings executive experience and strong support of social conservatives. A proven fundraiser who would give McCain a base of support in the Bible Belt.
CONS: Has tangled with home-state Republicans on tax issues, and for pursuing a small-bore agenda. Stayed neutral during most hotly contested portion of primary campaign. | |
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| 15. Meg Whitman, former eBay CEO | ||
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PROS: Recently joined McCain campaign as national campaign co-chairman. Wildly successful in business world, and brings gender diversity.
CONS: No experience in elected office. Early and enthusiastic supporter of former rival Mitt Romney. | |
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