Biden's Shortlist for Veep Narrows

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Biden’s Shortlist for Veep Narrows

June 12, 2020 at 3:59 pm EDT By Taegan Goddard 145 Comments

https://politicalwire.com/2020/06/12/bidens-shortlist-for-veep-narrows/

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“Joe Biden’s search for a running mate is entering a second round of vetting for a dwindling list of potential vice presidential nominees, with several black women in strong contention,” the AP reports.

“Democrats with knowledge of the process said Biden’s search committee has narrowed the choices to as few as six serious contenders after initial interviews. Those still in contention include Sens. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts and Kamala Harris of California, as well as Susan Rice, who served as President Barack Obama’s national security adviser.”

“Advisers have also looked closely at Florida Rep. Val Demings and Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, both of whom are black, and New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, a Latina.”

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[demmiblue]

1. Biden's VP list narrows: Warren, Harris, Susan Rice, others

WASHINGTON (AP) — Joe Biden’s search for a running mate is entering a second round of vetting for a dwindling list of potential vice presidential nominees, with several black women in strong contention.

Democrats with knowledge of the process said Biden’s search committee has narrowed the choices to as few as six serious contenders after initial interviews. Those still in contention include Sens. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts and Kamala Harris of California, as well as Susan Rice, who served as President Barack Obama’s national security adviser.

The process remains somewhat fluid, according to those with knowledge, and additional candidates may still be asked to submit to the extensive document review process now underway for top contenders. Those familiar with Biden’s search spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to publicly discuss the process.

Biden, who has already said he will pick a woman as his running mate, is facing increased calls from Democrats to put a woman of color on the ticket — both because of the outsize role that black voters played in Biden’s road to the nomination and because of the reckoning over racism and inequality roiling the nation following the death of George Floyd. The black Minneapolis man died after a white police officer pressed his knee on his neck for several minutes, an episode that was captured on video.

https://apnews.com/cfb9f51767aeee83f1f426fb42070a9e

[jimfields33]

2. Kamala is awesome

But her time as AG and prosecutor in California will he looked at from every angle especially now. The other 5 don’t have that paperwork situation. Maybe I’m wrong.

[Proud Liberal Dem]

14. Given how she was constantly derided as a "cop" during the primary

Maybe that's not going to be a very feasible look right now (although I think that animus towards her is a bit extreme). Rice would be good too, although she will be stupidly hounded non-stop about Benghazi. I don't really care and I would hope that it wouldn't matter to a lot of people when compared to Trump/Pence but I could see some left-leaning Democrats making some noise (they already aren't crazy about having to vote for Biden).

[Cha]

3. KR!

[LakeArenal]

4. No primary candidates, please.

[Odoreida]

7. Why not?

She wasn't who I supported in the primary, but I think Harris would be great.

That said, my top choice (if she can be persuaded) would be Michelle Obama.

[dem4decades]

8. Other than competency,what does Rice bring? Will she bring a state? Don't kill me

It's politics after all.

[DrToast]

11. Nobody brings a state

It doesn't work like that anymore.

[Hortensis]

22. This. They bring demographics. And on that subject...

Elizabeth Warren always leaps to mind. She has far more in common with Biden ideologically than people realize but is also much more of an iconoclast, making a wonderful complement. And she consistently polls as the one with the biggest coattails.

Also on the subject, it means absolutely nothing, and I'm always wrong on these things, but this subject always brings to mind when Warren confirmed she was being considered for VP on Maddow's show (the first prospect!) and Maddow ended by asking her if she'd accept. Warren kind of startled me when she softened her voice and said she would. Not by that, but by what I took ( yeah, everyone else with less than a grain of salt) as a quiet, humble, almost dewey happiness with the idea. All together, that made me wonder if she knew that statement was a historic moment...

So much for that. I usually try to keep my imagination from running wild, and I don't know where it'd take me if I watched it again now. I don't care to get emotionally involved since it's not my choice.

[Trumpocalypse]

24. Really??

You think the ticket might have a better chance in Florida with Demings on it.

[DrToast]

30. No more than Harris would

[Trumpocalypse]

35. Harris is from California

That doesn’t make sense.

[LakeArenal]

16. Because I don't like them for VP.

[LizBeth]

5. Warren, Harris and Rice are my three.

[calguy]

6. I agree

My preference in order are:
1. Harris
2. Rice
3. Warren

[The Magistrate]

34. And Your Suggestion, Sir, Is?

"Enquiring minds want to know!"

[calguy]

38. Dang. The post got removed before I could see it.

Must have been a duzy.

[tblue37]

9. Not Warren, because a GOP governor would appoint her replacement, and we need to win the Senate.

(I supported Warren in the primaries, but she is very valuable as a senator.)

[Bleacher Creature]

10. Democrats have a supermajority in MA and are talking about a legislative fix to address this issue.

It would require the governor to appoint someone from the same political party as the departing senator.

[sellitman]

12. Agreed

I like Tammy Duckworth the best IMHO. She is amazing.

[groundloop]

13. Yes, agreed.

I supported Warren in the primary, but alas she didn't prevail. I'm pulling for Kamala to get the nod for VP for several reasons, not the least of which is the fact that's she's extremely good. It's way past time for a strong, intelligent black woman to be President and serving as Biden's VP would be a great stepping stone to that.

[LizBeth]

27. It is equally past time to put A woman in the Presidency. Don't ask any woman to sit down and be

quiet because none of us have gotten the voice yet. It feels like be are being grouped within the group. We are whole and we are inclusive.

[Fiendish Thingy]

20. MA legislature has forced Gov. to appoint Dem in past

Don’t fall for the Myth that Warren as VP puts the senate majority at risk.

[LizBeth]

29. I did. But she continued to be in the front running and I figured the Democrats had figured it out.

So, thank you for the information.

[Blaukraut]

36. Some people know it's a myth and they still propagate it as an excuse as to why not Warren.

I'd respect them more if they were honest about their objections to her as VP.

[calguy]

39. I don't support her for just because of the R governor

I don't support her because I don't think she is our strongest choice.

[Fiendish Thingy]

43. Despite 3 nationwide polls showing her as first choice, even with AA voters? Nt

[calguy]

46. Yes. Absolutely.

Even with all that. I think she is the weakest candidate for VP. We all have our own honest opinions, and I'm not taking anything away from the brilliant Senator she is. In the end, the only opinion that's going to count is Joe Biden's opinion, and we'll all enthusiastically support whoever he chooses.

[BannonsLiver]

41. It absolutely puts it at risk

It’s the reason she won’t be the pick. Feel free to bookmark.

[Fiendish Thingy]

42. Then why is Warren even on the list, if fear would overrule her for consideration as VP? Nt

[kcr]

45. This!

[LizBeth]

26. I was saying that but i think our Democrats and Biden have that figured out and I am thinking

not particularly the case. I am seeing posts to this below so I will read them. If it is a loss of that seat and what you say is true, she is automatically out. Otherwise, I like her best for the job, ... and then the other two and I was all Harris until she dropped out in the primary so I will be happy with her too. I think she will work with Biden so well, and her focus will be progressive fiscally which I do not feel is a strength for Biden, as far as my vote is concerned. I would like to see Warren background become forefront in the race. Go after corporations and wall street.

[MANative]

15. I'd be content with any of these, but would put Warren...

at the bottom of the list, primarily because the MA Repub governor would name her replacement, and control of the Senate is as important as the White House if we hope to reverse tRump's carnage. I'd also slightly prefer someone a little younger who could easily follow Joe for two terms. Ideologically, Warren is my number one pick, but I'm thinking pragmatics.

[Fiendish Thingy]

18. MA legislature can force Gov. to name a Dem

They’ve done it before, so don’t buy into the myth the senate majority is at risk.

[MANative]

21. My understanding was that they were looking at legislative remedies but hadn't passed anything yet

Not as close to MA internal workings as I used to be, so very probable that I'm under-informed on this. It would be my biggest concern about her, but if they could solve that, I'd happily embrace that ticket!

[Fiendish Thingy]

23. They've got plenty of time

It all depends on when Warren would announce her resignation and when it would take effect. The legislature would have plenty of time to pass a law requiring the Governor to appoint a Dem replacement until the special election.

[DrToast]

31. Warren can also resign so that...

....the special election to replace her is on Election Day.

[brush]

17. Makes most sense for it to be an African American woman with...

the black lives matter movement in ascendancy in the nation and the fact that Rep. Clyburn and black voters saved Joe's campaign and catapulted him into capturing the nomination.

Some might not want to hear it, but an all-white ticket right now would be a disaster for Dems.

[Trumpocalypse]

25. Agreed

[bronxiteforever]

19. Kick and recommend.

[nsd]

32. Harris or Warren.

Harris, if he wants to play it safe.

Warren, if he wants to throw long.

I can't see anybody else getting the node.

[Arazi]

33. Duckworth says she's being considered. She's my 1st choice

Warren and Harris after Tammy

[rurallib]

37. Mine also - she's been my top pick for VP no matter who the candidate was

To me, she just exudes toughness, compassion and brains.

[Skya Rhen]

40. Keisha Bottoms is the likely pick. Her leadership skills are highly praised and she's not divisive.

Link to tweet

[pink]

44. Why has Stacy Abrams been dropped from the conversation?

My pick: Abrams or Dennings