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Thu Mar-27-08 10:40 PM
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Poll question: If Obama wins the nomination, should he choose a female running mate? |
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Edited on Thu Mar-27-08 10:41 PM by FlyingSquirrel
Before you answer, it's been rumored that McCain may choose Olympia Snowe. If Obama makes his selection before McCain, and does not choose a female running mate, this would create the possibility that the Repugs could steal our thunder and have the FIRST female VP of the US.
Should Obama choose a female running mate?
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:41 PM
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1. He should choose the most qualified candidate regardless of gender |
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:44 PM
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But with both candidates, we can't loose, and as it is some thinks it will hurt to go on for a while, I don't simply because they are both getting to states and little towns that have never had a democrat candidate visit, this week they are all over North Carolina, going to see Bill tomorrow, and Obama next week.
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:51 PM
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12. Yeah, race or gender play no part..qualifications, |
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:55 PM
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Fri Mar-28-08 07:56 AM
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25. He should choose the most qualified candidate that can help |
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win the election. There are a lot of very well qualified people out there that are suitable for VP, but they may not help win the election for a variety of reasons.
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:41 PM
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2. It would be nice to see the results. Arrrrgh!!! |
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:41 PM
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3. the repugs stealing thunder on women in office is the least of my concerns nt |
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:44 PM
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5. Yes, please let McCain choose Condi |
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I can't wait to see Richardson (or whoever) pull that incompetent moron apart in a debate. I bet she starts crying.
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:44 PM
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8. OK, but if McCain has a female VP that could give him a lot of the |
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female vote that might otherwise go to Obama. It could turn the election in his favor.
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:51 PM
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13. I wonder how many are in that category |
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So feminist (or whatever the appropriate term is) that any ol' female would sway them - yet then willing to vote for McCain who is, well, not God's gift to feminist? Maybe it depends on the woman. Christie Todd Whitman vs. Condi vs. Snowe vs. Dole... (not that any of those in particular are contenders) very different women.
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:43 PM
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4. Please no token candidates. n/t |
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:45 PM
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9. Doesn't have to be token... could be eminently qualified. |
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:47 PM
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10. I agree. But please no token candidates. n/t |
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Fri Mar-28-08 08:57 AM
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27. Totally agree, we need a VP who will be able to work in a very |
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positive way to lobby Congress to the Presidents agenda. The Repukes are going to try to stop all progress, and then blame the Dem's. We need a VP who will go over to Congress and rally the troops.
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:44 PM
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7. He should choose a qualified running mate that will help him win |
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and his choice should not be restricted by considerations of gender or race.
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:49 PM
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11. There are equally qualified candidates of BOTH genders ....so let's have some |
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gender balance this time around ---
How about Elizabeth Edwards --- ???
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Thu Mar-27-08 10:59 PM
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15. Strategically, he should choose a qualified Latino VP. |
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Latinos are the fastest-growing ethnic group in the U.S. Choosing a Latino running mate would go a long way toward encouraging Latinos to support him.
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Thu Mar-27-08 11:16 PM
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16. Shouldn't Be Based On Gender. Pick The Best Candidate |
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That said, Boxer meets the criteria.
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Thu Mar-27-08 11:21 PM
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17. He should (and probably will) choose whomever best increases his chances of winning in the GE. |
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And that's a gender-neutral analysis.
-Laelth
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Thu Mar-27-08 11:35 PM
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19. mccain will probably choose |
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someone considerably younger in address to the age issue and an arch-conservative to appease the republican base. think santorum or george allen. i would say lieberman is a long shot considering his performance in 2000, but it would give the finger to the democrats.
obama's choice should be future minded. not a woman for the sake of choosing a woman. that may be too much change to be acceptable for some segments to stomach. i would hope he choose a candidate with the succession in mind in eight years. his coattails are long as has been oft stated and his veep should likewise be chosen foreshadowing into 2016. the foundation for a future democratic majority to support and continue his policies should be first and foremost.
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Fri Mar-28-08 01:14 AM
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Boxer would be sensational.
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Fri Mar-28-08 07:33 AM
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21. I voted yes. I think it would be pretty cool. |
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Fri Mar-28-08 07:38 AM
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22. He Should Pick a Crusty Old Jewish Guy That Can't Beat Dick Cheney in a Debate |
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Oh wait, Al Gore already tried that.
Obama-Webb!!
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Fri Mar-28-08 07:39 AM
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23. Only if she's an older Jewish Woman from California that isnt a DINO. |
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Fri Mar-28-08 07:53 AM
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24. He needs someone with strong national security credentials, regardless of gender. |
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Fri Mar-28-08 08:00 AM
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26. Well, I hear Gerry Ferraro's not busy these days... |
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