Originally Posted By mawnck ... and McCain might announce it tomorrow. >>s speculation continues over presumptive Republican nominee John McCain’s choice of a running mate, one unlikely contender remains in the mix. Joe Lieberman — the independent Democratic senator from Connecticut who ran as Al Gore’s vice presidential running mate in 2000, but now backs McCain — is rumored to be on the the Arizona senator’s short list. A Lieberman spokesman coyly declined to comment Wednesday on the senator’s vice presidential prospects — or his whereabouts. “He’s on vacation. I’ve been told that’s all I’m allowed to say. He’s on vacation,” a spokesperson for the senator told FOX News.<< >>McCain had previously indicated that he would announce his running mate on Friday, but sources close to his campaign told FOX News that his decision may come even sooner. A McCain aide, speaking on condition of anonymity said McCain may announce his choice on Thursday — the same day Barack Obama will accept the Democratic nomination at Invesco Field in Denver, Colo. Other candidates on McCain’s short list include Massachusetts governor and former presidential candidate Mitt Romney and Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty, who dodged reporters’ questions Wednesday over his vice presidential prospects. Pawlenty declined to say whether he had been vetted by McCain’s campaign.<< More at the link. Wheeeee!
Originally Posted By Mr X You could knock me over with a feather if he picks Lieberman. It would be cool though, thus guaranteeing that this election will set a historical precedent for equality either way it goes. I'm guessing McCain'll go with a white guy though. Any takers wanna bet?
Originally Posted By mawnck BEWARE THE FEATHER! Naw, I don't think he's going to pick Lieberman, not really. Now Paris - that could happen.
Originally Posted By SingleParkPassholder McCain/Wright er McCain/Alf, er.. <a href="http://www.hencio.com/images/joeandmax_lg.jpg" target="_blank">http://www.hencio.com/images/j...x_lg.jpg</a>
Originally Posted By DlandDug >>I'm guessing McCain'll go with a white guy though.<< You mean, as opposed to Joe Lieberman...?
Originally Posted By Jim in Merced CA It's interesting how the people who supported Hillary Clinton are now considering switching to McCain. I don't get that. I heard a woman on the radio (NBP) who called in to The Diane Reim Show. The woman calling in was a life long Democrat since 1955 -- was really angry that Hillary Clinton did not get the nomination -- and said she would not be voting for Obama. Are you voting for McCain? Diane asked. 'No' she said, 'He was locked in a box for 8 years. I feel bad for him, but I think there might be something wrong with him after being locked in a box for 8 years.' It's amazing the ignorant things people say out loud. She said finally that she'd be writing in a candidate.
Originally Posted By ecdc So will the die hard conservatives vote for the J-E-W? We've heard it whispered all along that too many Americans won't vote for a black man. I'd guess plenty of conservatives would have a harder time voting for Liebermann.
Originally Posted By utahjosh Sad, isn't it. I like Liebermann. Maybe it's BECAUSE I'm Mormon that I like him.
Originally Posted By DAR Sure we will, we even put one in office these last eight years. Oh mormon....nevermind.
Originally Posted By ecdc >>Are you kidding? They won't even vote for a mormon.<< Good point, if it ends up being Pawlenty, then it's fair game to question why John McCain chose him. Perhaps he knows his fellow conservatives (you know, the REAL Americans) are still too bigoted to vote for a Mormon or a Jew. Of course, the suggestion will outrage conservatives, but the record is against them (as Romney's campaign showed).
Originally Posted By utahjosh Well done? You think this the first time "Moron" has been substituted for "Mormon?" Too old to be funny! (Note: I'm not offended, I just think that joke is lame. Being Mormon i've probably just heard it too many times.
Originally Posted By ecdc >>Well done? You think this the first time "Moron" has been substituted for "Mormon?"<< No, but I do think the way he made reference to Bush and the last eight years was funny.
