The Washington Times reports Senator John McCain's "growing popularity among women is fueling speculation that he will select a female running mate."
Speculation is focusing on Sarah Palin, governor of Alaska, and former Hewlett-Packard Chief Executive Officer Carly Fiorina:
Political pundits, election strategists and even some Democrats say putting a dynamic woman on the Republican ballot would tip independents, especially the "security moms" who helped President Bush win re-election in 2004.Minnesota Governor Tim Pawlenty and former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney are still considered the front-runners for McCain's vice president."If McCain picked a woman, it would certainly get the attention and perhaps votes of some Democrats and a number of independents who supported Hillary Clinton," said Democratic strategist Mary Anne Marsh.
According to the Washington Times, there is a new buzz that Mr. McCain will make a "transformative" pick outside the mainstream, perhaps even cross party lines to choose Senator Joe Lieberman, the Democrats' 2000 vice-presidential nominee.
Dittos on Palin!
Q&A
1. Which McCain Veep pick is SIMULTANEOUSLY the safest AND boldest?
ANSWER: Sarah Palin
2. How can McCain SIMULTANEOUSLY attract both Hillary AND Bob Barr voters?
ANSWER: Sarah Palin
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And then there's this from the Conservative Voice:
“Desperately seeking Sarah
July 26, 2008
By Stephan Andrew Brodhead
Desperately seeking Sarah
Americans need a little Palin Power
Sarah Palin the current Governor of Alaska is John McCain’s ultimate choice for VP. I do believe a woman is next in line for the presidency. All Conservatives like her. She is popular in Alaska. Hillary supporters would relish her. She would solidify a 12 or possibly 16 year Republican executive.
John McCain’s boring campaign is wearing thin. I need a little Palin Power to get me interested again. They would say ‘but she is only a half term Governor!’ And your point is?"
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If John McCain doesn't choose Sarah Palin, he might have to plead temporary insanity.
Posted by: Ted | Friday, August 01, 2008 at 09:43 AM