Let the Veepstakes Begin!

Condi Rice would be a great choice if she would accept it.
Governor Rick Perry of Texas would be another great choice.

If Clinton wins the nomination, McCain will have the freedom of knowing the GOP base will be with him no matter what. My guess is he picks Lieberman. Out of the box? Sure, but you heard it hear first.
If Obama wins the nomination, McCain will be forced to pick someone the base already likes and trusts. I’m not sure that’s Huckabee as he represents one side of the tent more than others. Someone the ‘whole base’ already likes and trusts. Maybe Brownback?

I cannot imagine Lieberman being picked at all. Maybe he might find a spot in a potential McCain cabinet, but never on the ticket. That would just cause too many problems. Huckabee would be a big favourite for the choice. I don’t quite know who else might b a suitable choice for McCain. Maybe a Chuck Hagel type figure?

I like Mike! At this point, veepstake isn’t my consern. A great President is. Q: why are we speaking who McCain would choose for VP, and not the other candidates?

He can pick Santa Claus, if he thinks it’ll help. But it won’t … democrats are coming out in huge numbers to toss these crooked, incompetent republicans fools out of the white house and into the unemployment line.

I just love how the media is so set on McCain already having won his nomination. It’s not over yet, folks. He still has a lot of votes he needs to win. Huckabee is definitely still in the race, and with Romney out of it his chances have increased.
Don’t listen to the media.

Who the #$!! decided to let McCain be a Republican anyway~??? Liberal to the bone, I have less than zero respect for his wife and their lives. Read about them, other than his 5 years as a POW and who knows what happened then, and form your own opinion.
Just let him do an abrupt about face, though he could never undo the harm he has done for years in D.C., and TRY to behave themselves so they at least don’t embarrass us in the White House. We had enough of that, and military negligence, with the Clintons.

I congratulate Mitt Romney for a well managed campaign. He was strong with his efforts and his message. Although, I’m a little disappointed that the best candidate dropped from the race, I’m delighted in the humble and honorable way in which he did so. He proved today that he is, in fact, the republican with the most integrity and truly has America’s best interests at heart. I just hope that John McCain can step up to be the conservative that we need in this country — if not the democrats will win. I salute Romney for his valiant nature and hope he can continue to be an influence and a motivator in the republican party!!!

How bout Sam Brownback?

I will stick with Huckabee as long as he is in the race.
If McCain wins he can’t carry enough of the south to win on his own or with another moderate as his VP.
Huckabee can win the south for him. Anyone else he loses.

Yup, Lieberman.
Shares his philosophy. Pulled votes as an independent. Balances the ticket. Will get the right wingers anyway. Jewish vote. Delivers Connecticut, Massachusetts and puts New York and Florida in play. Ethical and honest. Name recognition. Could be president tomorrow. Holds the “radical center”.

Doesn’t matter. Mac doesn’t have a chance. The dems will win in 2008. Too bad the party couldn’t get behind the smartest guy just because he’s a Mormon. We deserve to live in the hell of Hillary’s reign. Let’s just pray that Romney will be back in 2012.

How about Alan Keyes to bring McCain the African American vote? Just kidding!

I respect Mike Huckabee a lot, but the very best, most qualified and trustworthy, experienced and brilliant choice for Vice President would be Newt Gingrich!!!!!!!!!

dk – I doubt any running mate could deliver New York for the Republicans, so I’m guessing not. Isn’t that a first criteria – be able to deliver your state?
But one thing I do remember from past cycles, if you aren’t on the inside, you don’t have a good sense of the likely short-list people. More times than not, the final choice isn’t one of the other former candidates for president.
It is fun trying to guess, though.

Not that it matters (he’ll not win) but, McCain will go for a Washington *outsider,* probably a governor, definitely more of a manager than a career politician. My guess (*if* he and McCain can swallow their mutual hard feelings) is ROMNEY.
There’s no hope for neocon Joey “Ego Joe” Lieberman (a former Democrat? McCain’s got enough trouble with the GOP base already) or Jebbie Bush (the Bush name Bush on any GOP ballot for the next two decades will be about as welcome as Charles Manson or Marilyn Manson).

Two weeks ago, I thought Huckabee could be angling for the job. He helped McCain in the debates, his staying in pulled votes and states away from Romney on Super Tues. Huckabee would be palatable to the neo-cons and religious voters and likely cement the South for the Repubs. I don’t know who else who could offer more than that, though Newt is an inspired choice, I’m afraid the polarization thing would hamper the ticket. He’s an established and known target of the liberal voters. I don’t think anybody could pull Northeast states for the ticket. McCain is the maverick, so he can balance with an establishment choice. A woman on the ticket would look too much like a stunt this year, as would a minority choice. I personally would love to see Lieberman change his mind (but the neo-cons/religious voters would blow a gasket). Maybe Charlie Crist is owed a debt of gratitude.

I suggest since McCain wants to keep the wars going he choose General Norman Swartzkoff.

Posted by: James C. Karmer | Feb 8, 2008 11:53:11 PM
Yup, Lieberman.
Shares his philosophy. Pulled votes as an independent. Balances the ticket. Will get the right wingers anyway. Jewish vote. Delivers Connecticut, Massachusetts and puts New York and Florida in play. Ethical and honest. Name recognition. Could be president tomorrow. Holds the “radical center”.
MCCAIN WILL NOT TAKE MASSACHUSETTS…IT’S JUST NOT GOING TO HAPPEN…NEVER…Connecticut maybe florida maybe but no way mass and if its clinton no way new york

As a Brit and a European I am taking a particular interest in the 2008 campaign to see who will eventually assume the mantle of President and Leader of the Free World. After the disastrous foreign policies of Republican George W Bush and with America’s esteem at an all time low in the world, I think any Republican candidate, be it McCain or anyone else, will have a hard time convincing the broad American electorate to usher them into the White House this year, especially if the US economy continues to deteriorate. As for the Democrats they are spoilt for historical choice in either having a potential first female candidate for the presidency or a black American one. That choice, however, is increasingly proving to be a very painful one for the Democratic Party if one is guided by the delegate count so far. While Mrs Clinton’s personal abilities and experience as a NY Senator are not to be underestimated she does appear, however, to be a divisive figure among the electorate and in a general election she could conceivably hand the White House to the Republicans by default. From my own observations I believe a majority of Americans are looking for a fresh start after 8 yrs of George W Bush, not only to restore America’s esteem in the world but also make an effective start in dealing with the multitude of economic and domestic problems that are of pressing concern to most ordinary American voters. Finally,I must say its nonsense to suggest that a 46yo politician is any way less able to be an effective president than either a former First Lady or a Vietnam war veteran. Be bold in your choice America !

JC Watts, if he could be convinced. Young, energetic, articulate, experienced, proven leader. Though he appears to be too smart to get back into the political arena.

I don’t think we’re “sick to death” of Republicans. Maybe Bush. Not Republicans as a whole. Quite franklym I don’t think either Clinton or Obama takes an aggressive enough stance on ensuring the most important issue in America– national security. In this time of crisis, we don’t have time to whip out the band-aids and call it a day. We need to protect ourselves against future attack.
Possible Options:
1. Fred Thompson
1. Bolton

The only logical choice for McCain is Gov. Mitt Romney. Look — he was the number 2 man directly behind McCain. Secondly, he exited the race with style, grace, and NOT stepping on McCain’s proverbial toes i.e., Huckabee. Thirdly, some say “McCain doesn’t like him!” Well, let’s let history be a guide shall we — FDR had what?? 3-4 different VP’s until deciding on Truman; Ike almost “dumped” Nixon in ’57 — save for the “Checker’s” speech; JFK ‘loved’ LBJ — NOT! — Reagan didn’t have any real ‘love’ for Bush 41; however, Reagan did (what McCain should do now!) what was good for the party and the 1980 election, selected the number #2 for the ticket. In this case, Gov Romney. If McCain does this — the conservatives will flock back to him. He can’t win without their support. Period. End of sentence.

lorax_mbell — on the contrary — have you forgotten that the “independent,” and “liberal” balance to a Mitt Romney vice-presidency, is McCain himself!!??!! Have you forgotten the “maverick” senator of the GOP or tag given him??? Bucking the trends of the establishment GOP??? Stopping George W from selecting conservative judges to the bench with his ‘gang of 14′ in the senate?? The list I have can go on and on….McCain “is” the liberal GOP candidate in this race. Pure and simple.

The only thing that will get our country back online is a dictator. A dictator with sound mind that can assume all control of the country that chooses the best advisors from all sides and listens to them. We need to stop sending aid overseas and start aiding our own citizens. I was against socialism for as long as I can remember however I am starting to favor limited socialism. We need a cowboy. Someone that’s not afraid to speak the truth. I would trust someone that I actually felt closer to and trusted like a neighbor over some slick suit.

We need some one who will limit government control over education, ETC. we don’t want the Government telling us what to think. We are only given liberal candidates this year with McCain, Obama, or Hilary. Maybe we should consider voting for a Libertarian or Constitution Party candidate. Maybe if McCain picks up a conservative runner mate he may get their support, but the Republicans haven’t had a conservative for years. Reagan and Bushes were both for big Government and to much spending and were basically Democrats posing as Republicans. That’s why we are stuck with so much abortion, crime, teenage pregnancy, etc. because of loss of moral from leadership. McCain appears to be even more so a Democrat.

Newt! Regionality, balance, experience, notoriety, leadership and the ability to debate anyone well.