Who would you pick as Hillary's Vice-President?

[Vote4Freedom]

I know Bill would make a great VP but I'm sure he will be busy being the first man..lol


Edwards?

[skc1976]

John Edwards is my first pick!

[Paine_Incarnate]

Kucinich was my first pick, cause I really liked what he had said in one debate, but then he threw his support to Obama so it all about Edwards now. I think she can get away with that.

[Vote4Freedom]

Kucinich was my first pick, cause I really liked what he had said in one debate, but then he threw his support to Obama so it all about Edwards now. I think she can get away with that.

I liked Kucinich too. He told it as it was with no BS.
I did not know he threw his support to Obama? I saw a video on youtube some time ago and I thought he said he was backing Ron Paul? I thought that was odd a dem backing a rep... :confused:

[CGP]

I'd be fine with Edwards. I think Clinton/Edwards would be a good balance. His youthfulness and passion are appealing.

I previously wanted to Clinton/Obama but than Obama started behaving badly! See topic below for what turned me off Obama:

http://www.hillaryclintonforum.net/discussion/showthread.php?t=421

[BooskerD]

Edwards. He was my first choice for the democratic candidate.

[CGP]

If Hillary wins, I can't see how she could ever choose Obama after the way he has behaved. Then again, their may be internal party pressure to put him in the ticket given the number of votes he has scored throughout the primaries. Put it this way, I think Clinton would be more likely to choose Obama than he would be to choose her as his VP.

[johnny51981]

I'm totally for a Clinton/Edwards ticket...but thinking about it now I would also love an ALL WOMAN Ticket, with Madeline Albright being the Running Mate. As former Secretary of State, she built so many foreign relationships that it could really help get peace back on path in the middle east.

I think Bill actually cannot be VP because he would be in succession to be President, and since he already did his 2 terms (which I think should be over-turned).

[Brooke]

Originally I thought Dodd or Richardson. Well Chris is off my list after he endorsed Obama and I'm still not sure about Richardson.

But I do like the idea of a Clinton/Edwards ticket.

[BloodDAnna]

John Edwards is my first pick!

Mine too. I think the 2 together would make so much progress in a short amount of time.

[CGP]

Now that I am thinking about it, I would be very happy with a female-female duo! Now that's monumental change! I heard Sheila Jackson-Lee speak at the State of the Black Union. I honestly don't know much about her but she spoke with tremendous conviction and power. And then I saw her introduce Hillary tonight in Texas and again she was very motivating and impressive. So she's on my list!

http://www.jacksonlee.house.gov/

[skc1976]

I'd personally love a female/female duo, but personally, I think that would solidify the male vote for McCain. I think she needs a strong male that men feel they can relate to. That's one reason for my choice of Edwards. I'd love to see her have Mark Warner as her running mate, but he's running for the Virginia US Senate seat this year that John Warner is vacating. No relation, btw.

[CGP]

I'd personally love a female/female duo, but personally, I think that would solidify the male vote for McCain. I think she needs a strong male that men feel they can relate to. That's one reason for my choice of Edwards. I'd love to see her have Mark Warner as her running mate, but he's running for the Virginia US Senate seat this year that John Warner is vacating. No relation, btw.

I take your point. 2 women in charge may be too much for straight male America to cope with!

[pennylane8510]

John Edwards or Al Gore.

[floorrunner]

My choice would be Richardson. I think she has other goals for Edwards, such as attorney general, and for Al Gore secretary of the EPA Wesley Clark for Secretary of Defense and Joe Biden for Secretary of State. She needs someone like Suze Orman for her economic advisor.

[Paine_Incarnate]

If Hillary wins, I can't see how she could ever choose Obama after the way he has behaved. Then again, their may be internal party pressure to put him in the ticket given the number of votes he has scored throughout the primaries. Put it this way, I think Clinton would be more likely to choose Obama than he would be to choose her as his VP.

*i had to type this twice because I accidently hit "back" or something.*

I was arguing with my step-dad about this a week or so ago; he;s a bit ignorant of this type of this political strategy and stuff.

The way Obama has run his campaign and how well he has been doing has created a double-edged trap. On the one side, if he gets the nomination, he CAN'T ask Hillary to be his running mate, because he's all about be "new" and "change" and the "washington outsider"- it would alienate his supporters for asking a washington insider, etc. The other edge on this abominashing in american politics today, is that if he doesnt win the nomination, and Hillary does, she HAS to ask Obama to be her running mate, because his supporters are fanatics, and I'll admit, there are a lot of them. The problem there is he CAN'T accept it, because again, it would be an alienation of his supporters for running with, especially as a subordinate, a washington outside. A lot of people would say, like my step-dad, is that he should accept it, because then he could get that experience he gets ragged on for. Again, he CAN'T, because of the way he formed his platform.

There is a silver lining in this, which lies in the statement that Hillary has to ask Obama, and that he must reject it- atleast in my opinion, that helps Hillary.

But, if Edwards does choose to endorse Hillary, and runs as her VP, that ticket will succeed, and the Obama supporters will have to get over it and watch as their man of "change" is slowly turned into a washington insider from those 4 long years remaigning as a senator. <--- little bitterness leaked out there.

[CGP]

*i had to type this twice because I accidently hit "back" or something.*

It probably wasn't your fault. Just be careful - sometimes if you spend too much time writing a response the system will log you out. And then when you click "submit reply" it will take you to the log out screen and your message is gone! It's happened to me and it drove me nuts! If you are going to write a long response that takes more than 10 minutes or so to write, I suggest you either:

1) write your message in a word processor and copy/paste into the comment box or

2) copy your message before submitting so that if you do get logged out you can then simply log back in and paste your message without having to rewrite it.

3) some times you can press the "back" buttom on your browser and the message will still be there - I think explorer allows this but safari doesn't.

[CGP]

But, if Edwards does choose to endorse Hillary, and runs as her VP, that ticket will succeed, and the Obama supporters will have to get over it and watch as their man of "change" is slowly turned into a washington insider from those 4 long years remaigning as a senator. <--- little bitterness leaked out there.

Let's hope this is the case. Clinton/Edwards winning. And Obama learning some hard lessons after his bad behavior during this campaign! If he admits to his errors maybe then we can consider forgiveness. Until then, no!

[Shelley]

Edwards would also have the advantage of winning some support from people who would otherwise be voting for Nader. It would once and for all show the left, hopefully with the right noticing, that she is closer to them than Obama is.

[Patsy]

John Edwards has said categorically that he will not consider a VP spot, but this is politics.....

I expect if the race is close and Howard Dean and his cronies can see the error of their ways, they will try to force Clinton to have Obama on the ticket to keep the Party Unified, but I agree, his platform he can abandon should he choose, but he can never leave his ego behind and accept that option. And Clinton will never run as a VP on his ticket.

So, that leaves us with Edwards, who is great in my book, or perhaps Evan Bayh who has been an ardent supporter of hers through every inch of this campaign., which opens the door for Edwards to be Attorney General.

It's a tough call and would actually help a lot of voters if they had an idea.

[BooskerD]

If Hillary wins, I can't see how she could ever choose Obama after the way he has behaved. Then again, their may be internal party pressure to put him in the ticket given the number of votes he has scored throughout the primaries. Put it this way, I think Clinton would be more likely to choose Obama than he would be to choose her as his VP.

I find the notion of a "Clinton/Obama" ticket completely repellant. God, I'd have to vote for Nader!

[Shelley]

I would go for a Clinton/Obama ticket for the sake of peace in the party, because she's seems to be healthy, and his power as a VP isn't enough to frighten me. She would still be the boss, and he could be helpful in rallying the crowds for her. It could also turn out that with a few years of humility and experience as VP, he could be a very good candidate for a later election. I certainly wouldn't vote for Nader with his attitude toward Israel against that combination.

[RAFREE]

Either Edwards or Gore but, my dream ticket if it were only possible would be Hillary and Maxine Waters!!!

[CGP]

I would go for a Clinton/Obama ticket for the sake of peace in the party, because she's seems to be healthy, and his power as a VP isn't enough to frighten me. She would still be the boss, and he could be helpful in rallying the crowds for her. It could also turn out that with a few years of humility and experience as VP, he could be a very good candidate for a later election. I certainly wouldn't vote for Nader with his attitude toward Israel against that combination.

I would concede this, even with all of my concerns about him, as it would probably be better for public peace to have him as VP than having no role.

As long as Hillary is in charge and the Presidential candidate & he's willing to learn a few hard lessons from her as her VP!

[lorieaselin]

I think Wesley Clark's military experience would trump John McCain's and Hillary already has him beat on the other issues.

Lorie

[CGP]

I think Wesley Clark's military experience would trump John McCain's and Hillary already has him beat on the other issues.

Lorie

So you're thinking a Clinton/Clarke tickete? I'd be happy with that! The 2 names go well together too!

[debbrad]

I read something last week about BO and Edwards working on something together so I think Edwards is out. I think that Gen.Wesley Clark would be a good choice. I had thought that Richardson might be a good pick but I feel Obama vibes coming from him........I am sure Hillary has someone in mind.

[CGP]

I had thought that Richardson might be a good pick but I feel Obama vibes coming from him........

Richardson can and should be excluded after his ridiculous comments this week!!

[Paine_Incarnate]

I'de vote for a Hillary/Obama ticket, but never an Obama/Clinton ticket, but as i said before I really doubt the first would come about, and unsure about the later.

THe VP has very little to do; it hasn't been unitl Cheney that people are actaully paying attention to the VP spot. IF Obama's got such good judgemtn, he should be great to be the tie breaker and such in the senate.

[joeysky18]

ANY ONE BUT OBAMA.!

I would take Tinay Fey for VP. She deserves it.! She turned the media around to take a good look at themselves.

[Robin Orlowski]

He has not come OUT against our candidate.

Richardson has experience and he can bring in knowllege of enviromentally friendly energy policies and public transportation systems. I want him as VP.

As a person with a disability, I REALLY appreciated his ideas for increasing mass transit throughout the country. The quality of systems--where they even currently exist--is so uneven.

And then during his tenure as BC's Secretary of Energy, he was into balancing the need to promote the industry with the need for environmental responsibility, something else which also appeals to me.

Plus he can help smooth over some Obama supporters who wanted to break the color barrier in the executive branch. They will still be able to do this, but with an articulate and qualified candidate vs. an upstart novice who was NOT progressive.

[CGP]

Bumping this topic in view of today's news articles!

[bernie gagliano]

Chelsea. Let's have a great economy for 16 years.

Actually, now that Richardson is leaning toward the punchbowl with Koolaid, I would like her to choose Wes Clark. He has a great impact on people, she can trust him for any mission, he did well when he ran last time, and it would shore up the white male vote. How can any man argue with Gen Clark. Imagine him in his town halls.

And it deflates the Military background of McCain. Wes succeeded on his biggest mission. John, unfortunately, got shot down. His reputation is for being heoric in captivity. His reputation in the Navy is not as strong as his public persona. He may have commanded a large squadron, but the facts are the facts.


Wes Clark was #1 in his class at West Point.

I think Hillary needs to pick him, now that McCain thinks he can beat her straightup on the National Defense and Endless Wars issues.

[Disfranchised]

You might say who?

http://www.cnn.com/2005/US/09/02/honore.profile/

[skc1976]

Someone I wouldn't mind seeing would be Gov. Ted Strickland of Ohio. He seemed to do a REALLY GOOD job helping her out in Ohio and had definitely had her back. I wonder if he's on the short list.

I loved the posters they had with his name on there for Hillary. :D

[Patsy]

He has not come OUT against our candidate.

Richardson has experience and he can bring in knowllege of enviromentally friendly energy policies and public transportation systems. I want him as VP.

As a person with a disability, I REALLY appreciated his ideas for increasing mass transit throughout the country. The quality of systems--where they even currently exist--is so uneven.

And then during his tenure as BC's Secretary of Energy, he was into balancing the need to promote the industry with the need for environmental responsibility, something else which also appeals to me.

Plus he can help smooth over some Obama supporters who wanted to break the color barrier in the executive branch. They will still be able to do this, but with an articulate and qualified candidate vs. an upstart novice who was NOT progressive.

Richardson's indecision is in fact a decision. After his comments on Monday, it's clear that he's been partaking of the Kool-Aid offered by Michelle at the Obama rallys.

It's got to be someone strong and I agree Wes Clark would be a great asset to her as VP or if the Party deems "Obama must have something," then clark would be a great Sec. of Defense. Though I believe he deserves a better role than that. He was the very first to criticize the way the War was being handled.

Edwards is no option for many reasons, least of which being that he needs to be home with his wife.

So, we may have to stomach Oblahma for the sake of the White House. Don't want to, but must consider it.

[RAFREE]

C.N.N. said something today about a Clinton/Obama ticket! They are reporting on it now...but, earlier they said there was a message from the Clinton campaign about it!!

Saying that SHE had mentioned a "dream ticket" but, only with her as the lead on the ticket. Which of course is the only way it should even be considered at all!

[CGP]

C.N.N. said something today about a Clinton/Obama ticket! They are reporting on it now...but, earlier they said there was a message from the Clinton campaign about it!!

Saying that SHE had mentioned a "dream ticket" but, only with her as the lead on the ticket. Which of course is the only way it should even be considered at all!

Yes, see this thread:

http://www.hillaryclintonforum.net/discussion/showthread.php?t=708

Obama should do what's best for the party and that his to drop out of the race and accept Clinton's generous offer of having him as VP. After his appalling behavior during this campaign, he should be grateful she is even willing to offer him ANYTHING.

So yes, I repeat, Obama should stop being so DIVISIVE and DROP OUT NOW!

[skc1976]

Yes, see this thread:

http://www.hillaryclintonforum.net/discussion/showthread.php?t=708

Obama should do what's best for the party and that his to drop out of the race and accept Clinton's generous offer of having him as VP. After his appalling behavior during this campaign, he should be grateful she is even willing to offer him ANYTHING.

So yes, I repeat, Obama should stop being so DIVISIVE and DROP OUT NOW!

The problem is that he's so POWER HUNGRY that he would never accept being second fiddle, least of all to Clinton. I think it would be in his best interest because McCain would trounce him in the general election. At least it would give him the experience he needs to run for the Presidency and maybe give him some political maturity, which he's really lacking!

[Renee in Florida]

I would like to see a Clinton/Edwards ticket. John is a pit bull like Hillary, and if Kerry had allowed his unleashing in 2004, well we would all be having different discussions right now.

He is as passionate as Hillary for UNIVERSAL health care a cornerstone of her campaign. There are still millions of die-hard Edwards supporters!!!

However, the Wesley Clarke idea would counter the MCain national security concerns.

I do not want Barack Obama anywhere near Hillary's ticket!!

I used to think that was the dream ticket. but BO has completely blown any faith with his dispicable campaign, and now his ties to Rezko and his desire not to really distance himself from FARRAKHAn is too disturbing and troubling to me.

John Edwards or Wesley Clarker for Hillary's VP!!!

[LetsHelpAmerica]

I would like to see someone who has endorsed Hillary. I am still hoping that Edwards or Richardson would do that.
While it would be great to have a woman VP, I think this country has
enough gender bias problems without having both a female president and a female VP.
I think Edwards would complement Hillary and vice versa. Edwards is young enough to be in a good position for president in 8 years if he were VP. I honestly think Obama is too arrogant to accept the VP position.
Richardson would be a good Secretary of State.......
Biden....Secretary of Defense
I'd like to see some women in the cabinet at high level positions and a
good mix of race/ethnicity.

[pearson]

I think Gov Strickland of Ohio would be a good choice. He delivered Ohio for Hillary in the primaries and could help her in the general.

I personally wouldn't want to see Obama as VP, though I could see how it might be politically necessary.

[joeysky18]

Media said today that Hillary hinted about the 'unity ticket'.

i listened to her own words, and she didn't say anything like that. She just said the party will unit, we will back our nominee and find the winning ticket.
Media spin again.

For me, Hillary can pick anyone I trust her judgement.
but i would prefer No Obama.!

[LetsHelpAmerica]

Media said today that Hillary hinted about the 'unity ticket'.

i listened to her own words, and she didn't say anything like that. She just said the party will unit, we will back our nominee and find the winning ticket.
Media spin again.

For me, Hillary can pick anyone I trust her judgement.
but i would prefer No Obama.!

I just think Mr Obama is a wee bit too arogant to accept the VP position and we are going to be mighty sure that Hillary is President.........So, guess that means, NObama!

[Renee in Florida]

Edwards will be another pit bull like Hillary. Wesley Clarke would add to the national security experience.

No Obama on ticket, he has shown himself to be inexperienced, petulent, arrogant, and just completely not capable of handling a VP role, let alone president.!

[joeysky18]

Edwards will be another pit bull like Hillary. Wesley Clarke would add to the national security experience.

No Obama on ticket, he has shown himself to be inexperienced, petulent, arrogant, and just completely not capable of handling a VP role, let alone president.!

Yep! go back to the senate and try to finish some job.

[floorrunner]

It's a shame that Ann Richards is no longer with us because she would be perfect.

[RAFREE]

It's a shame that Ann Richards is no longer with us because she would be perfect.

I can't even see her name without smiling and feeling a pang that she isn't here to see this for Hillary. Wow that would be SOME great ticket!!

[skc1976]

It's a shame that Ann Richards is no longer with us because she would be perfect.

Ann Richards was an amazing leader and would have been such a great compliment to Hillary. I don't want to see a female/female ticket, but I think that Richards would have been an exception!

Great to see another one that thinks Strickland might be a good match.

What are the odds we can get a poll? hehehehehe

[CGP]

What are the odds we can get a poll? hehehehehe

Sure, but I would just list the options that have already been mentioned in this thread...

So if anyone else has some suggestions, list them, and then I will construct a poll!

[Robin Orlowski]

I will consider him a good candidate. Since my enthusiasim for Richardson comes from his being intellegent, his intellegence should ward off negative influences.

I've met with people whose ideas were 'out there' and who I regarded as 'unqualified'. But it still did not sway my final decision in that group's favor.

I don't want to underestimate his decision making.

[SantaCruzen]

BOne Head does not deserve the Second most important seat in the nation. Maggie Williams has earned that seat. We know that there is not way the U.S.A. will vote for two women but that is My Dream Team Ticket!

[SantaCruzen]

Kucinich was my first pick, cause I really liked what he had said in one debate, but then he threw his support to Obama so it all about Edwards now. I think she can get away with that.

I had heard so many great things about Kuckucnitch. My very good friends who are so well intentioned supported him. After he sighned his name to Sen. BOnes, I cannot respect him after that. I had lost respect for Edwards when he was siding with BOne Head. But when he actually stood up for Clinton over the Nevada negativa, I gave him a few points back. I think that he would be the one that they should be considering. Yet, maybe because of popular vote, the BOminator might force his way onto a ticket.

Yet, I do believe that he is backstabbing. I mean, look at how he treats his friends. He denies really knowing Tony Rezko for 150-17 years but rather likes to believe that he worked for him under the auspices of a five hour legal job. He has distanced, maybe denounce and finally Hillary forced him to reject his old Pastor. I mean, look at a man who cannot even choose friends he wants to keep--Obama.

[Fyrefoxxe]

Wes Clark, absolutely the best choice.
He is brilliant, charismatic, owned by no one, and I love the way he looks people in the eyes when he talks to them, and treats everyone with respect. He is genuine in his love for this country and the American people. His troops loved him, that speaks volumes. Also, he is liked by voters from across the politcial spectrum. He would bring in moderates and the old style conservatives, take them from McCain.

But he's anything but a hawk, despite his vast military expericence, or maybe due to it? Clark is a retired four star general, with a 35 yr military carrer, ending with his amazing victory against the Serbs. That history would crush the "weak on defense woman" angle we can expect from the GOP.

This man is the only person I know of in history who won a war without losing a single troop, when he was NATO's Supreme Allied Commander, stopping the Serb's years of "ethnic cleansing" genocide, for which he received the military's highest possible honor.

He is attributed with having saved as many as one million lives in that war.
This is the man I want in charge of our military now, Clark is clearly the one who can help guide us out of Iraq and deal with the Taliban.

I supported Wes Clark in 2000, when he was drafted by voters, but was shut out by the media. I also joined the draft Clark movement this election, but he decided not to run, to back Hillary instead. He has been a loyal Hillary backer throughout her campaign, more than can be said about some other Democrats/possible VPs.

CLINTON/CLARK That would be one powerful ticket. She should declare him her VP now, IMO.

[Fyrefoxxe]

BTW, Santa Cruzen
Hello from a fellow Santa Cruzen.

The sun may rise in the east, but at least it settles in a finer location.

[SantaCruzen]

Hello Fyrefoxx,

I do agree with that idea about Clinton/Clark too. I mean, he really is a clear minded military genius. I know retired Lockheed, NASA and Pentagon intelligence types who live over in Palo Alto and they are nothing like our Santa Cruz citizens. However, in convos with a retired Nuclear Engineer who retired during the Reagan Era, I was briefed on some issues which we are still facing from the Cold War Era. He really made the case for being aware of real national security issues. So, I can see your point about Clark as VP.

According to the Daniel Sheehan, J.D. talks I attended over the years, those elites billionaires and trillionaires types who own people and places all over our planet have their own private war ships and planes. They have private military. He stated that in 2005 in talks he was giving in the S.F. Bay Area and around the state.

Hillary Clinton makes the case that the Al Queda gets funding from trafficking Heroin. Well, that is an issue that We the People of Santa Cruz need to address. Why are our youth dying from Heroin overdose?

I do not meant that the Heroin is all from Al Queda but I do mean that Drug Trafficking has been a fund raising activity that the public became aware of when Sen. Kerry was holding the Congressional Hearings on the Iran-Contra drugs for weapons surfaced as an issue that has not been resolved since the 1980s.

I do not trust Sen. Kerry after I heard that he could have Impeached Bush I and did not. He still has all the same evidence that he has had for twenty years more or less. I do not trust anyone Sen. Kerry endorses. He sold us all out when he tabled the Impeachment. Sen. Obama either does not know that President Carter fired either 900 or 600 intelligence agents for corruption which is likely to include drug trafficking or he knows and has sold his soul to keep status quo.

[emmyCA]

Why Hillary should be our president

So many people have been asking me why I am so steadfast in my support for Hillary Clinton as president. Here is why Hillary Clinton must be our next President of the United States.

In Hillary Clinton we will have a president who is intelligent, strong, organized and determined to bring this country back to greatness. A president who cares about the issues we as women care about -- our children's future, education, healthcare and a strong social security system for our generation and the ones to follow.

A president who understands the need for higher education and will work to make it possible for the poor and middle class to obtain a college degree. A president who understands the needs and hardships of taking care of our elderly parents and the impact it has on families.

A president who wants to ensure that our veterans -- past and present -- who served this country with dignity and honor, have all the benefits and medical care that they so richly deserve.

A president who will bring our men and women home from Iraq and Afghanistan in an organized and structure manner so that everyone gets home safely -- our men and women of the military, the contractors and the relief workers who have been helping and supporting the Iraqi and Afghani people.

A president who will give Congress a balanced budget and a fair tax program for poor and middle class families. A president who will ask Congress to again increase the minimum wage to help the working families of this country.

Yes, Hillary Clinton speaks with a firm voice and control of the issues and facts. She is straightforward in presenting her ideas and goals for this country. Her words may not be filled with poetry. But poetry doesn't run a country. Skill, determination, hard work and experience will bring America back to her glory.

This country has already suffered under an untried man who spoke with promises of change, kind words and assurance that he was ready for the job. Look at what we got. Do we really want a repeat of an inexperienced man running this country again for another four years-

If your answer is no to inexperience, and yes to experience, then cast your vote for Hillary Clinton is the one for you.

LINDA ROSQUIST

[Jayling]

Beautifully said, Linda/Tracy/emmy. I hope you spread that around to others, it's a keeper :)

Jayling

[CGP]

I'm going to add a poll with the answers submitted so far and we can do a vote.

[NewHamster]

I think she needs to pick Obama to unite the party. And if he gets the nomination, he should pick her. People feel so passionately about them that if either is off the ticket, their supporters may bolt, then we all lose.

[CGP]

Bump.

[RayinAR]

I think Governor Richardson would be a good choice.

[Robin Orlowski]

Right now, I do not think Obama has the experience or the temperment which is needed to be VP. He comes across as somebody who is more interested in the title---as opposed to the responsibilities, including taking over if necessary.

And his debate skills are HORRIBLE. He's never learned how to quickly make his case.

[RayinAR]

How about Clinton /Lee (Sheila Jackson Lee Congress woman from Texas?

[Kathy in NH]

I think you've had too much fun here, Ann. Troll report!! Click the little triangle at upper right corner of post.

[RayinAR]

Sheila Jackson Lee (Congresswoman from Texas) after listening to her I believe would be an excellent African American Woman VP candidate.

[samkm]

Barack exposed by Fox News: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2buDMvBvVIk&feature=related

[B positive]

Richardson sold her out last Sunday morning on one of the political shows...:confused:

[smharley for Hillary]

Imagine that big sigh of releif if we hear today Obama has decided to stop his run for President and has accepted Hillary's offer to run with her as VP??? I originally thought this would be a great and unbeatable ticket, but given the latest tactics from Obama and his campaign, I am now having some serious doubts. I do however believe that this is going to have to be a proposal made to both of them in the near future. As for Edwards, I think Attor. Gen. is better for him. I don't think a woman woman ticket is a good idea going against McCain. Although Ann Richards would be my acception. Richardson will not add anything to Hillary's ticket, so maybe Wes Clarke??

[Soren]

Now that I am thinking about it, I would be very happy with a female-female duo! Now that's monumental change! I heard Sheila Jackson-Lee speak at the State of the Black Union. I honestly don't know much about her but she spoke with tremendous conviction and power. And then I saw her introduce Hillary tonight in Texas and again she was very motivating and impressive. So she's on my list!

http://www.jacksonlee.house.gov/

Thank you for turning me on to Sheila Jackson-Lee. Watch this YouTube http://youtube.com/watch?v=OtWF-fOjBWQ

Clinton/Jackson-Lee '08!

and watch Hillary speak about Sojourner Truth while introducing Sheila Jackson-Lee http://youtube.com/watch?v=ZSaCGTGUy7k

[Soren]

Wes Clark, absolutely the best choice.
He is brilliant, charismatic, owned by no one, and I love the way he looks people in the eyes when he talks to them, and treats everyone with respect. He is genuine in his love for this country and the American people. His troops loved him, that speaks volumes. Also, he is liked by voters from across the politcial spectrum. He would bring in moderates and the old style conservatives, take them from McCain.

But he's anything but a hawk, despite his vast military expericence, or maybe due to it? Clark is a retired four star general, with a 35 yr military carrer, ending with his amazing victory against the Serbs. That history would crush the "weak on defense woman" angle we can expect from the GOP.

This man is the only person I know of in history who won a war without losing a single troop, when he was NATO's Supreme Allied Commander, stopping the Serb's years of "ethnic cleansing" genocide, for which he received the military's highest possible honor.

He is attributed with having saved as many as one million lives in that war.
This is the man I want in charge of our military now, Clark is clearly the one who can help guide us out of Iraq and deal with the Taliban.

I supported Wes Clark in 2000, when he was drafted by voters, but was shut out by the media. I also joined the draft Clark movement this election, but he decided not to run, to back Hillary instead. He has been a loyal Hillary backer throughout her campaign, more than can be said about some other Democrats/possible VPs.

CLINTON/CLARK That would be one powerful ticket. She should declare him her VP now, IMO.


OK - I'm convinced.:)

[B positive]

I amend my previous response of Bayh or Ford to say that they would be my 2nd and 3rd choice

I would also like to say that I was very happy that he choose to endorse Hillary very early on in her campaign.

I would also like to say that Clark has a very nice smile.

Here is a link that may be of interest:
http://usliberals.about.com/b/2007/09/20/vice-president-wesley-clark-for-president-hillary-clinton.htm

[samkm]

Thank you for turning me on to Sheila Jackson-Lee. Watch this YouTube http://youtube.com/watch?v=OtWF-fOjBWQ

Clinton/Jackson-Lee '08!

and watch Hillary speak about Sojourner Truth while introducing Sheila Jackson-Lee http://youtube.com/watch?v=ZSaCGTGUy7k


YES!!!! Thank you for sharing these links. They are a constructive pair together and share common goals of protecting the US Constitution. This I will strongly endorse!!

Thank you!:):):)

[B positive]

for the video links you provided regarding Jackson-Lee & Hillary's bust of Sojourner Truth comments. :)

[NewHamster]

Clinton/Obama NOW and save Florida and Michigan drom having to do do-overs. Like him or not, Obama has MANY supporters that will stay home if he is not on the ticket. I'm not saying he is the best person for the job, I'm just saying he gives the dems the best chance to win because it will be all about turnout.

[Charlie Brown]

or Joe Biden she will need a strong military figure. Joe Biden would be fantasitic and he is loyal to the Clintons.

[Vote4Freedom]

or Joe Biden she will need a strong military figure. Joe Biden would be fantasitic and he is loyal to the Clintons.

I like Joe Biden! He seems like a good man, No BS!

[Jake501]

I may obviously be a bit biased from Ohio, but I like Ted Strickland. He has been a great governor and is a great speaker. He has great ideas and has gotten the GOP state Senate working with democrats.

Clinton/Strickland '08

[CGP]

Clinton/Obama NOW and save Florida and Michigan drom having to do do-overs. Like him or not, Obama has MANY supporters that will stay home if he is not on the ticket. I'm not saying he is the best person for the job, I'm just saying he gives the dems the best chance to win because it will be all about turnout.

Yes, this is the logic. One problem - Obama's EGO is too big. He wants everything. Not willing to compromise and wait his turn. The obvious choice is Clinton/Obama, yes, to maximize voter turnout but Obama's arrogance is such that he wants to be number one and won't settle.

So who's really the divisive one in this election? Yes, it's Obama.

[Smart cookie]

Originally, I would have agreed that Clinton/Obama was an unbeatable ticket but I think that Obama has a lot of crap that is going to float to the surface. Edwards would be great yet the thought of Clark may be a stronger combo to win over frustrated Republicans. Whatever the combination is I only care that Hillary is on the top of the ticket and THAT gets my vote!

[Rita Lyn]

I think Wesley Clark's military experience would trump John McCain's and Hillary already has him beat on the other issues.

Lorie

;) I completely agree with the choice of Gen. Clark. I think his experience would be a solid advantage. Obama has lost my respect.

[G4Hillary]

Senator Evan Bayh of Indiana. That's a red state that we change to blue with him on the ticket. He's also well respected, I think.

Governor Richardson of New Mexico. He's a natural choice to solidify the Latino base in the southwest and Florida.

Gov. Ted Strickland of Ohio. That's a state that we need in November.

Not Edwards because he can't even bring you his own state. Remember how Kerry didn't win North Carolina. Edwards is paper tiger and he won't make it happen in real life.

[lanney]

Governor Richardson of New Mexico was planning to endrose BHO. Sunday before Ohio result , Some says BHO had offered him VP.
He is with Dean, Kennedy, Kerry loser gang.

[UNBREAKABLE]

I know Bill would make a great VP but I'm sure he will be busy being the first man..lol


Edwards?
Tim Roemer

[superradmom]

Joe Biden. :)

[rene.d]

Somebody mentioned Tina Fey, which got me thinking.
What about Amy Poehler?
Hilary could effectively be two places at once :p

Okay, seriously... a governor or military leader I think is better than a senator for running mate. Wesley Clarke seems like a good choice to me. Or Governor Strickland. Another consideration is choosing a running mate who can be set up to run for prez down the road.

Then there's Montana Gov Schweitzer--don't know much about him, but he seems incredibly down to earth. And he's really articulate.
He is definitely a jewel of the democratic party.

[hobbitt]

I have in mind Colin Powell.


A tall, good-looking black man with a sense of humor, a goodly turn of phrase, and a full, impressive, unfaked, unpadded, unenhanced resume of public service. A remarkable military career, an abiding interest in children and education, and an extensive knowledge of foreign affairs.

And I would bet that he would like the opportunity to erase his role as shill for the Bush administration, and from his comments, I know that he is tortured by the responsibility he assumes for sending (poorly prepared, poorly supplied, poorly led) soldiers to Afghanistan and Iraq.

A chance for him to "right the wrongs" and to join the Better Party.

[wwendiep]

not obama

[unchainthedogs]

Nancy Pelosi! :D

[RayinAR]

Personally I think General Clarke would be good secretary of Defense. I would take John Edwards as VP or Attourney General. I personally think Illinois would do good to vote out Obama all together the way he has acted. I wouldn't put him anywhere in the cabinet.

[rene.d]

:cool::cool::cool:Amy Poehler:cool::cool::cool:

[AdrienneJ]

First I had liked Richardson. But him not coming forward to support Clinton I don't like. So I guess not him. Same with Edwards- although he'd bring his delegates. I'm guessing that because he 'suspended' rather than quit his candidacy, that his delegates are still viable and he can bring them to Clinton.
I don't know that for sure. But I believe he had at least in the high 20s and who knows what superdelegates might feel allegiance to him. I am extremely disappointed that he hasn't spoken up for Hillary yet. I also really like what limited knowledge I have of Evan Bayh the dem senator from Indiana who is a stronger backer of hers and is very well spoken.

[jgilmore]

As much as I like Edwards, he didn't bring much to the Kerry ticket in 2004. (Of course, John Kerry is not out). Hillary needs someone loyal who can bring a state in the fall. Ohio, as you say, would be great. Bill Nelson from Florida? Bayh is loyal, but I doubt he could add Indiana to the Democratic column. Wesley Clark or what about, Tennessee's Harold Ford? (Has he endorsed anyone yet?)

[lanney]

Tennessee's Harold Ford?
He gave permission to shoot porn movie inside his office or Porn playboy party mix-up

Ford’s real problem is his family: multiple state-senator/House relatives are indicted on a score of charges ranging from child support violations and domestic violence to accepting bribes in FBI stings. Worst, his ex-US representative father, Harold SR, is now a Washington lobbyist for Fannie Mae, and Ford Jr sits on the House Banking Committee

[movingtous]

Wes clark would be my pick. He looks like a trustworthy person. Also, he's very articulate and bright. But, who knows, America can't stand to have too much brain!:p

[emmyCA]

I would like Geraldine Ferraro

Hillary Clinton/Geraldine Ferraro . They are a greatest pair, greatest Commander in Cheif

It is time these women to rule the world.


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[Joe from WI]

Hello everyone.
I want Hillary to cut down BO at the knees with big win in PA and NC. But i have reservations because (1) he has advantage of 6 weeks to get his support ram up (2) heard he is building up his $ to pour into barrage of ads (3) scouting for college students to join his support base, especially in PA (4) asking liberals and repubs to register as dems so as to vote him, (5) busy opening campaign offices, especially near to colleages, (6) he may play the race card again (as he did on eve of MS polling) to garner AA voters in Pittsburg and NC where there are sizabable AA voters.

What can be done? I want to write in to tips@hillary, but i also like to ask everyone of Hill supporters to join me to contribute ideas to help counter BO's strategy and also to move Hillary's points over 20% lead. WE MUST NOT AND CANNOT BE COMPLACENT. Its better to be safe than sorry. We need to come up with very very sound and specific plans to move from here. We need to get organized.

Everyone if you can help Hillary come up with god ideas, to be frank i'm alittle concerned.

Joe from WI

[Georgiana]

Clarke or Bayh would be fabulous.

As for Strickland, there is no doubt that he will deliver Ohio for Hillary again this fall. She doesn't need to put him on the ticket for that to happen. As an Ohioan, I would prefer that he stays put and continues to address all of the issues our state is facing right now.

[memphis]

He is from the black race but he identifies will all people not just blacks and not just whites. He would be a great VP.

[Jayling]

Another Ohioan who says, 'please don't take our Gov. Strickland -- we need him after all those dark Red years!' :)

With McCain as the opponent, the Reps will make national security a top priority, and the experience therein. Mac has a boatload of it which will undoubtedly sway some voters as the media drums it into people's heads. They'll harp on that over and over. So with Wesley Clark, a retired 4 Star General, it may be the best defense against that sort of attack.

Clinton / Clark '08!

[Tea toaD]

I think he would give the right balance she would need. My second choice would be Edwards.

[sharonchar]

If it is not to be a Clinton/Obama ticket, in which case he may be arrogant and refuse the position, there was mention of Jim Webb (?Virginia). He is the Senator/veteran whose son is still in Iraq.
Someone also mentioned a position for Harold Ford/former Sen. from Tenn.
I also like Wesley Clark for VP/ and or Secretary of Defense.
Joe Biden ....Secretary of State, John Edwards....Secretary of Labor.
Sheila Jackson Lee....Secretary of Housing.
Other females, minorities and qualified cadidates can fill the rest of the positions.
Sharon

[lucky-ann]

if he changed his opinion I'd be for a Clinton/ Obama ticket. but not because I like him so much, but because it would maybe unite the party. if clinton wins and doesn't run with O, maybe a lot of o- supporters wouldn't vote for her...just like we wouldn't vote for O (at least I wouldn't, but on the other hand I also don't want him to pick Hillary as his running mate!) but the point is, that i think we need the votes of his supporters in the GE...it he's to arrogant to accept, I'm for Edwards...

[CGP]

Well I guess Geraldine Ferraro won't be putting her hand up! :(

[neutralplayer]

Like I've said I would like to see an Clinton-Obama ticket in the end.

[rene.d]

Hey UNBREAKABLE...
Could you share some info about Tim Roemer?
From what I read, he would be a really interesting choice.
Thanks

:):)

[smsemedic]

stephanie tubbs-jones or edwards or yes, wesley clark!!!!

[CGP]

I'm back onto Sheila Jackson-Lee. A woman with class, dignity and passion.

[CGP]

Like I've said I would like to see an Clinton-Obama ticket in the end.

NO. NOT ANYMORE.

[Mark Hudson]

How about Wes Clark, Joe Biden, Ted Strickland or Jim Webb of Virginia? I am so glad Obama has opted out for VP :) Let's hold him to that when Hillary gets the nomination.

[mcgowan.swan]

hillary is a very strong candidate, but she cannot carry a vp who is a woman, an african american, or a minority. we are asking a lot to ask the republican crossovers and the men to vote for a woman for president. one historic goal at a time or we will lose, even with the best candidate. Edwards is a great guy, but it has been proven he cannot carry a presidential election in either the vp or president spot. he has supporters, but not enough. If there were a really rock solid black male prospect out there, that might work, but it would be taking a chance again, as we are asking for a first already, and asking for two would be a lot to ask of the conservatives, etc that we would need with the democratic base in order to win. i had my eye on tubbs but had to let it go for those reasons. next i wanted richardson, but he is wavering and he is hispanic, so again, a minority. Wesley clark looks good, but i dont know much about him. i am still researching who i think would be the best choice, but i have narrowed it down to a white male for historic reasons. lol one first is enough for now. obama is gone since the wright flap came out. hillary would lose all the supporters she already has and the crossovers since that situation came up. i never wanted that ticket, since he would then be president if something happened to hillary, and as ambitious as he is, i wouldnt put it past his being the "something" politics is tricky, and i guess i would trust whomever hillary chooses. just hope it is not obama or edwards or a woman. for political reasons.

[mrkalbo]

I may be too advance but I think Ms. Hillary needs to start looking for her veep.. the Obamania is in self-destruction, thanks for his pastor for 20 yrs. The smoke was out and it's only a matter of time we can see the fire itself. What I mean about this? Obama and wife together applauding with fellow churchgoers of their pastor's racial remarks, and whether this will be phony or not it will be implanted tremendously on the mindset of democrats.

So, what makes a good veep...why NOT ask (one and only) AL GORE again! Why not? he's the most capable among the heavyweights out there and what matter most is how the country can get back to its feet economically. Mr. Gore is part and parcel of the economic boom in the 90's and this will be an excellent pitch..."going back to the future".

[lucky-ann]

Obama and wife together applauding with fellow churchgoers of their pastor's racial remarks

is there a proof for this?

i'm not sure if hillary shouldn't pick obama as VP...i think she should try very had to get his supporters on board and picking obama as vp is maybe the only chance...

but we yet have a thread about this: Who would you pick as Hillary's Vice-President? (http://www.hillaryclintonforum.net/discussion/showthread.php?t=449&page=3)

[memphis]

Horold Ford Jr is great and honest with very appealing appearance and skilled speaking abilities.
He is a native of Memphis and hugely popular here with white's and black's alike. He would make an excellent VP.

[freethinker]

Tho there was a time when I considered a joint ticket, at this point I can hardly imagine even pulling the lever for HILLARY if Obama is her running mate.

[neutralplayer]

I'm still sticking by my belief that a joint Clinton-Obama ticket is the best way to go (though I'm not 100% sure anymore given the fallout the Wright scandal could produce).

[mrkalbo]

Well folks, I think the best veep she can get is AL GORE! I am pretty sure if he can convince him (again) to be in the clinton ticket they would become a formidable force and unstoppable.

[freethinker]

Biden generates very strong foreign policy cred and bi partisan respect.

[freethinker]

I like Biden. Works w/ Republicans, foreign relations, smart, respected.

[Patsy]

I like Biden. Works w/ Republicans, foreign relations, smart, respected.

Lest we forget that Biden publicly endorsed Obama?

[samkm]

Barack is toast after the scandals that have come out.. He knows it.. He has so many strikes against him.

Disloyal to supporters (Alice Parker, Hillary Clinton), Shady deals (Rezko), Poor circle of friends (Ayers, Wright), continued endorsement of extremism and anti-American talk (Wright), his own anti-American talk (wont ever wear lapel pin), difficulty to say simple yes to American song (CNN-AC360 interview), integrity issues and conflict of interest in healthcare (Michelle's part-time job with big pay doing the work of channeling uninsured away from a good hospital).. the money trails, the winking on NAFTA to Canada (and taking 5 tries to come clean), the "forgetfulness" on money dealings with Rezko (and later now, just beginning to come out with it), the unravelling of Rezko (and it is still in the beginning of the story), difficulty explaining his platform (beyond slogans and catchy phrases), lack of clear and cohesive plans to support plan (and lack of fluency and consistency around own platform), indiscreminately co-sponsoring 400+ bills in the year he is running for office to be able to say "look what I am doing" (has he even read them?) and being one of the top people not at the voting station.. (his voting record is awful -- next only to McCain's and the other Republican guy with amnesia/health problem), voting "present" too many times, and to top it all off, taking up the committee chair role on Afghanistan and not holding a single substantial hearing for 15+ months... [and saying they are important!.. oh really!!]

Any person without significant accomplishmnets cannot aspire to leadership. There are three prior stages before leadership: Learning, Proving expertise and garnering credibility, Becoming a coach and multiplying one's impact. These are stages that he has not completed.

Instead, he tried to get on the coat-tails of other leaders with their words. It was impactful... because of all the historic implications..

If he got there it would have been incredibly difficult because he has no support system developed from the earlier stages.

Instead now he has to figure out how to use words to keep the momentum when his shady/unholy/unpatriotic support system has been both questioned and can no longer openly support him.

Hillary would be well advised to stay as far away from involving him as possible.

[Ohio mom]

I may be too advance but I think Ms. Hillary needs to start looking for her veep.. the Obamania is in self-destruction, thanks for his pastor for 20 yrs. The smoke was out and it's only a matter of time we can see the fire itself. What I mean about this? Obama and wife together applauding with fellow churchgoers of their pastor's racial remarks, and whether this will be phony or not it will be implanted tremendously on the mindset of democrats.

So, what makes a good veep...why NOT ask (one and only) AL GORE again! Why not? he's the most capable among the heavyweights out there and what matter most is how the country can get back to its feet economically. Mr. Gore is part and parcel of the economic boom in the 90's and this will be an excellent pitch..."going back to the future".

ya know...i would never have thought of Al Gore...I think he would be great.And the work he has done for the environment is simply phenomenal!!! wow that would be really good!!!:)

[mrkalbo]

Hey folks! why look elsewhere? Here's a guy who won last time (both VP and Pres.) and I think given another chance will help the ticket.

He's the best veep to be in Clinton ticket again. With 8 yrs. of economic hardship America got under dubya Bush, America deserved to get back to its feet liked in the 90's... & we can achieved this and resonate to all americans that team Clinton-Gore once more is the answer.

No doubt GORE is the key to another Clinton run. I'm sure if Hillary picks GORE, I deserved a dinner later at the white house for coining this up...which means they WON!

[freethinker]

Biden endorsed BO? What rock have I been sleeping under?! I know I was bedridden with the flu awhile back, I must have missed it. My bad! Bummer. Now I loathe a guy I liked for foreign policy cred. When did he drink the kool aid?

[neutralplayer]

I don't believe Biden has endorsed anyone.

Dodd is the only former candidate to have endorsed someone.

[Charlie Brown]

Chelsea. Let's have a great economy for 16 years.

Actually, now that Richardson is leaning toward the punchbowl with Koolaid, I would like her to choose Wes Clark. He has a great impact on people, she can trust him for any mission, he did well when he ran last time, and it would shore up the white male vote. How can any man argue with Gen Clark. Imagine him in his town halls.

And it deflates the Military background of McCain. Wes succeeded on his biggest mission. John, unfortunately, got shot down. His reputation is for being heoric in captivity. His reputation in the Navy is not as strong as his public persona. He may have commanded a large squadron, but the facts are the facts.


Wes Clark was #1 in his class at West Point.

I think Hillary needs to pick him, now that McCain thinks he can beat her straightup on the National Defense and Endless Wars issues.

Punchbowl with koolaid..hahahaha
Clark would be good and possible,Adwards has those deligates out there though and she may need them.

[Charlie Brown]

ok off to bed I cant type or spell at this point. Bye till tomarrow;)

[Charlie Brown]

Biden hasnt endorsed anyone and he hinted when asked if he would he said no. he is a super delegate also he is waiting for the convention.

[PuppyDogMom]

Ellen Degeneres

[joeylee]

Hi All*,
I was a fan of Joe Biden since the first time I ever heard him speak. He's brilliant, he experienced, he's gone through some of the most awful things any person could have, yet much like Senator Clinton, he still chose to serve his country.

So, for those that mention Joe Biden, he's definitely first class all the way, IMHO.

Also, Wesley Clark, who I had thought was backing Obama, spoke on "Morning Joe" and was totally pro-Hillary*. So, a definite alternate choice, IMHO.
Best Regards to All*,
JoeyLee*

[mooaks]

NO! NO! NO! BO! GOD BLESS AMERICA! Will never happen. Either BO is a good guy or he's not! He can't be a little bit pregnant. I don't believe that Edwards will be selected as Vise President. (Didn't work with John Kerry), although he's clean so far as I know. :) I believe that it will be a surprise, maybe Rendell, who knows. I strongly believe that Edwards just might be the Attorney General. Could be Biden, or Richardson for VP. Either of these strong personalities would make excellent VP's. :):)

[mjoynaples]

I read something last week about BO and Edwards working on something together so I think Edwards is out. I think that Gen.Wesley Clark would be a good choice. I had thought that Richardson might be a good pick but I feel Obama vibes coming from him........I am sure Hillary has someone in mind.

I wondered what Edwards was waiting for... mmm it is sickening to watch the jealousy and delusions of the unconsious! I liked Richardson,however, he has waited too long to support Hillary and that bugs me and he is really overdoing his 15 mins (have you seen his beard lately?) Clarke sounds good too,didn't he try to run a few years ago too? I think Gore has done this before and it would be too weird for the people who are strugggling to see Hillary on her own to begin with... I use to think Dodd too but he is history... oh those dems are going to be surprised when it's their turn... It obviously needs to be someone who is really out there NOW for Hillary and has little to no baggage and is liked by EVERYONE...... still thinking...

[Area504]

1) Bill Richardson
2) Wesley Clark
3) John Edwards

[floorrunner]

I think Al Gore would be better as the Secretary of the EPA. John Edwards as Attorney General. Ted Strickland as VP. Wesley Clark as Secretary of Defense. Joe Biden as Secretary of State. Diane Watson as Secretary of Health and Human Services. Greta Van Susteren as Press Secretary. And someone like Suze Orman as her economic Advisor.

[Patsy]

I think Al Gore would be better as the Secretary of the EPA. John Edwards as Attorney General. Ted Strickland as VP. Wesley Clark as Secretary of Defense. Joe Biden as Secretary of State. Diane Watson as Secretary of Health and Human Services. Greta Van Susteren as Press Secretary. And someone like Suze Orman as her economic Advisor.

Biden endorsed Obama which shows some lack of judgment on his part I think. The rest I can see.

If Evan Bayh brings Indiana home for her, he might get the VP nod.

oops, forgot... an absolute NO to Suze Orman. Take it from someone in the Financial Business, some of the things she tells her viewers and readers are dangerously wrong. She is not qualified to advise on the economy. Better off dragging Greenspan out of Retirement and he's the one who got us into this mess by lowering the interest rates way too much to encourage the Sub-prime lending. But he's better than Orman for sure. We'll all be eating grass from the back yard and chopping the wood off our neighbors' houses to heat ourselves during the winter if she advises on the economy.

[CGP]

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[joeysky18]

My choice is Tina Fey.

[CGP]

Might be better to merge this thread with the one below:

http://www.hillaryclintonforum.net/discussion/showthread.php?t=449

Any objections?

[Patsy]

My choice is Tina Fey.

Rock on!!!!

[Patsy]

None from me. As you wish...

Remember, we serve at the pleasure of our fabulous Administrator!

[CGP]

None from me. As you wish...

Remember, we serve at the pleasure of our fabulous Administrator!

Oh gosh, you are the perfect moderator!! :)

[Patsy]

I don't believe Biden has endorsed anyone.

Dodd is the only former candidate to have endorsed someone.

I Stand VERY Corrected, it was Dodd.

Biden has NOT endorsed.

I have now been spreading rumors.

Mea Culpa.

[mooaks]

I think Al Gore would be better as the Secretary of the EPA. John Edwards as Attorney General. Ted Strickland as VP. Wesley Clark as Secretary of Defense. Joe Biden as Secretary of State. Diane Watson as Secretary of Health and Human Services. Greta Van Susteren as Press Secretary. And someone like Suze Orman as her economic Advisor.

I disagree with you on only one of your choices and that is her economic adviser. I can't help but think she will want to elect the services of the one who made the 90s work for Bill Clinton's presidency and that is Robert Rubin. :)

[CGP]

Bump!

[MarkMiller]

I would vote for this ticket.
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[unchainthedogs]

Maybe a moderate/liberal Republican, maybe a kick butt Black woman/man, Bill Clinton (:p), Al Gore, John Edwards, Adrianna Huffington, Bloomberg.........

[joeylee]

Clinton/Clark 2009

[David Morris]

Evan Bayh is my choice..

[EngCindy]

Hillary specifically mentioned Gen Clarke and then the number of other high ranking military, in Hillsboro Oregon today. Don't know if this really means anything though, except for the military-type support.

What do we know about Gen. Clarke ?
Is he respected by all of the other people we have mentioned ?
I like his demeaner, but what will the republicans do ? Might as well be prepared.

I think all of these Governors, that are delivering their states, will probably be offered some position; loyalty, you know.
Maybe Clarke is that all around, tough and intelligent, but, would enough people want him as president ? No, may be that isn't the way to think about this. Hillary's health is fine.....I have totally confused my self now.

[spsuzee]

Would love to see her pick former Rep. Harold Ford of Tenn. I know Tenn is not the best state strategically, but Ford is terrific, a staunch Clinton supporter,
and hopefully would help her with the AA vote. CLINTON_FORD 08. Its a winner!

[Patricia GA]

Oh I wish we had an Ann Richards to be surrogate for Hillary and put Howard Dean in his place. She would tell it like it is and be backing Hillary all the way. And she would put the media in their place...take no prisoners! I think when you look at who Hillary has stood beside and spoken during the election campaign Evan Bayh comes across really good. They have been to Iraq together and worked together and you can tell they like each other and they compliment each other well.

[joeylee]

General W. Clark has to be one of the highest ranking Military Generals, and one of the most Decorated Generals. He's a Champ big time and has endorsed Senator Clinton.

JoeyLee*
P.S. If not VP, certainly Head of Defense

[Cricket22]

I do not see Edwards as VP material. He is too one-note and I never responded to his single message because the country has more problems than poverty. But, I could see him as the cabinet level member responsible for stopping the ravages of Poverty.
The VP should be a man, unfortunately, and perhaps a "minority" but I can't think who.

[hillarymyhero]

I only care for Hillary to be President 08. I don't care for VP, anyone can be her VP. Even Obama I don't mind as her VP.

I just wish Hillary to be our President and I will be heart broken if she won't.
As long As Hillary is my President I can even tolerate Obama(the racist) AND I can tolerate anyone.

[pjperry]

I always thought it would be so Great to have Hillary as our first female president who brings with her a former president. I think Hillary would bring back Bill Clinton's successful economic policy. I think that with Bill Clinton as "First Gentlemen" he would be great on the diplomatic end of things with healing foreign opinion of us. Finally, I wanted Sen Biden because of his Foreign War experience and knowledge.

But, because of the atmosphere of this election year. I believe she needs to choose Edwards because of his successful campaign.

[gepenny]

I think Edwards but he need to come out in support of her

[edbry71]

I see Evan Bayh, too. He looks great by her side in Indiana.

[LikeH2O]

I backed Wes Clark in 2004 hoping he would get the nomination instead of Kerry. He gets my vote for VP. He also works hard to get Democrats elected, and has been working very hard on Hillary's behalf.

[mjoynaples]

NO. NOT ANYMORE.

no way... not anymore-it is too divisive now from his side and his supporters are so negative and besides he would have a hard time if she was on top!

I like that Stephanie Tubbs-Jones --she really gave it to everyone the other night on Britt Hume when they were spinning -that Gloria boucher (cannnot stand her!) and someone else Stephanie Tubes Jones did a great job-not sure people ready for 2 women on ticket so someone else-Gov Stirckland?

[ctjd01]

I don't believe Biden has endorsed anyone.

Dodd is the only former candidate to have endorsed someone.

Both Dodd and Judas ahem I mean Richardson endorsed Obama. Joe Biden has yet to disclose his preference.:)

[johnsnakecusak]

Mayor Nutter shown so brightly during the PA primary in his support of Hillary, that I would be delighted to vote for that ticket. :)

At this point I think it would be counter-productive to put Obama on the ticket, although I will vote for him if he is the candidate. I just don't think Obama would add anything to a Hillary presidency.

[Peace]

Robert Kennedy, Jr., Maxine Waters, John Edwards, Tom Vilsack, John Conyers, Bill Clinton . . . maybe not realistic, just some thoughts off the top of my head.

[Peace]

What about Joseph Wilson?

[bluebonnet]

As a big fan and supporter of Gen. Wesley Clark, I would be thrilled to see Clinton/Clark on a ticket!!!! He has great foreign policy and military credentials to confront McCain, they are friends, he came out very early in support of her, and they look good together. However, in order to appease the O supporters who might riot and ruckus, O may have to be offered VP. I don't think he would accept it, however.

[Betty Mitchell]

I agree with you. Another woman would be awesome...only she needs to be African-American or a Governor of a State -- not another Senator and preferrably black.

Barack Obama still has so many outstanding issues in his relationships with extreme democratic radicals and terrorists with questions that are left unanswered. I think if he were a running mate, it would damage her ticket. I am an african-american woman. I know many of Obama's african-american supporters are democrats who are moderate and don't have extreme liberal views. There are many african-american voters who would vote for Hillary Clinton if Barack Obama does not win, because they overwhelmingly support and have supported the Clinton's during the Clinton Administration. Remember, he was named and loved as America's first black president and is still loved and supported by many african-american people. It is not what the media is saying at all!....Many, many african-american people love Bill Clinton.

Mr. Obama needs to fess up to the "weak" explanations he has given about his relationships and associations. He is not being completely truthful and it is very hard to trust a man for the highest office in the entire world -- the President of the United States and know that he will not bring the leftists of the leftiest liberals into the white house if he were to be elected.

I don't think americans are that stupid....

bjm

[Mrsawd]

Just absolutly not Obama !

[dogmail]

John Edwards would be a HORRIBLE choice for VP, he couldn't even carry his home state of NC under John Kerry. We need a VP that can carry their home state and inspire voters that Hillary has yet to make a powerful enough arguement to.

Wesley Clark would be a powerful choice simply because a lot of people trust Hillary on the economy, and his wisdom would be awesome to help us get out of Iraq.

The second would be Mr. Bloomberg, he would ensure the NY vote, and would bring a billion dollars of money to the table. This is huge and would ensure Hillary wins.

[SadStateOfAffairs]

I still like Wesley Clark. And Ed Rendell sure did do us proud too! Tough choices.

[Bad Kitty]

Just absolutly not Obama !

Not now. Not ever!

[Robin Orlowski]

I would be open to Edwards or Clark

[Ray_of_Hope]

Like a couple of you, I was in favor of a Clinton/Obama ticket. Now, I'd rather not see Obama near the White House. I was also considering Bill Richardson, but he seems to have a little trouble with the concept of "loyalty".

Ideally, I would love to see the return of Al Gore, but we know that is NOT going to happen.

Hmm...James Carville.....I keed, I keed. (You gotta admit, he will come up with some interesting slogans for the campaign :D).

I see a couple of people have mentioned Wesley Clark and Maxine Walters. I think they would make good VP choices.

[jen6408]

Wes Clark would be the best choice for Hillary. He supports her and has the military background to go against McCain. If Hillary wants to win this, she should come out RIGHT NOW with him as her choice of V.P. It would be game over for Obama and McCain

[MarkMiller]

How about Jesse Jackson.

I wrote in Jackson the year he ran. Clinton could use an infusion of a well known liberal name.

Just a thought.

[hillarymyhero]

:D

Yes, that's an excellent idea...We don't want Obama in any situation...anywhere near white house....

[RE:]

JEN6408...My thoughts EXACTLY!!! Always thought Wesley Clark.

FYI...There's a new 'rumor' circulating that Hillary is going to insist on the VP position if she does not get the nomination...My question is: Would you vote for BO if she was his VP?? I'll be the first to say that I am 95% sure that I WILL NOT vote for him under this circumstance. It's Hillary at the top of the Dem ticket or I go Independant and vote McCain, but that's just my lowly opinion.:D

[Robin Orlowski]

Now that Edwards revealed his true colors, I am looking more seriously at Clark. I'd also consider Bayh.

[mjoynaples]

really like Stephanie Tubbs-Jones and also Evan Byah, Ed Rendell, Gov Ted Strickland... I like General Wesley Clark for sure too... mostly want HILLARY FOR PRES!:D

[B positive]

Bayh

[unchainthedogs]

I watched the Libertarian Party Pres. Canidate debate last night on CSPAN. It was very interesting. Today they are having their convention. I think the party is attractive. I think Hillary should consider involving that party more. That would be more "real" change!!:)

[Robin Orlowski]

I am in favor of Clark now.

[cosmo]

Harold Ford.

[President.HRC]

Harold Ford for ethnic diversity

Wesley Clark for military background

Here's a list of other possibilities:

http://www.hillaryclinton.com/news/endorsements/

[Ronda in Oregon]

JEN6408...My thoughts EXACTLY!!! Always thought Wesley Clark.

FYI...There's a new 'rumor' circulating that Hillary is going to insist on the VP position if she does not get the nomination...My question is: Would you vote for BO if she was his VP?? I'll be the first to say that I am 95% sure that I WILL NOT vote for him under this circumstance. It's Hillary at the top of the Dem ticket or I go Independant and vote McCain, but that's just my lowly opinion.:DI believe Senator Clinton would still need to have a career if for some horrible reason this doesn't turn out in her favor. I respect that! Even if she didn't become our next President we need her. She has done and will continue to do good work for Americans. This ugliness has probably put a lot of strain on her because some of the people she and her husband trusted in the past have turned out to be two faced and back stabbers. I will wait and see if she would even be interested in playing second to that juvenile(Obama). If so I would support her. In the mean time I will continue to do what ever I can to out him for the scum he is. These people (DNC and MEDIA) that have run this campaign into something surreal and bizzare may have evil plans of their own. They now find themselves having to deal with us also and not just the Clinton's. We can not quit now because Hillary is not quitting on us!!!

[Arctic907]

General Wes Clark

[CriticalOne]

My prevailing view of her VP picks is that I'd like to see some youth on the ticket, and probably someone slightly to the left of her, and that he cabinent would be the place for former military officers and such. I also see some promise in some of the older moderates. It'd also be great if she could pick an up-and-coming Hispanic to solidfy their support to the Democratic Party for years to come. Some of my picks aren't realistic, but they would be a dream, for me:

Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm (homestate bias, but alas, she's Canadian)
Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa
San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom
Indiana Senator Evan Bayh


It's my opinion that after her, and after the clean-up of the mess that the Bush administration has created, that we will want a change and to pass this country onto the next generations.

As with any vice presidential pick, there are always people out there that no one has any idea about and don't come from politics, at all.

[Hillarysmygirl08]

Thats who I want too Shelia Jackson Lee she has really taken a lot of abuse from the Obama camp. They are so rude.

[Ebinger]

Hmmmmmmm...she'd be such a strong top of the ticket, I don't think the VP choice will really matter, so you might as well go geographical.:)

No Obama, Richardson, or Edwards - too traitourous.:mad:

Bayh, Vilsak, and Ford all spring to mind as safe, benefical picks.

[Eridon]

I think Hillary should pick Al Gore for her VP, and I think she should announce it after her "break" in a few days. For a change, this would be a distraction from O. and his tinkering with her about being (ugh) his vp.

It would also be a move that says she's just as "presumptive" as O. is.

And Al Gore would be ideal to focus on Florida and Michigan.

Al Gore is also widely known for his research and stand on global warming, which is a NEW ANGLE for global leadership, other than war.