Obama could run as VP and succeed Clinton. Do they differ so much on issues where this could not be possible? Or is it a pride thing, where neither would want to settle for VP? I am a novice in the world of politics, but it would seem that together they could run the tables.
2007-06-13 21:19:12 · 12 answers · asked by Mo Du 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Elections
I think it's a fantastic idea. However, I don't believe the majority of Americans is ready for two so-called minorities to run the nation.
2007-06-14 03:55:07 · answer #1 · answered by Ed G 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It may be the best that the Democrats can come up with but it is very risky.
1. In order to win the Democrats are going to have to take a state or two in the south. While I am not saying they would not vote for a African American and a woman....I am not sure the Democrats would be in any kind of advantage by doing this (this would also be a significant problem in the western states).
2. Obama is not well known, as to long term disposition, or whether he would consistently support Hillary in a Presidential role.
3. Both Hillary and Obama are perceived by some to be controversial and to the left of the political spectrum. A more moderate vice presidential choice may bring more appeal to the ticket.
4. It is too early to tell. Obama has not been through the gauntlet as yet. It may turn out he has what is needed for such a position but that is not known as yet.
5. Lets be frank. Obama and Hillary have the same political supporters (ie. if Obama is the candidate chosen Hillary supporters will endorse Obama and vica versa). A combined ticket like this is not likely to increase their support at all.
A southerner, such as Jim Webb of Virginia, would be a much greater help to Hillary in terms of winning the election.
Just my two bits...I am a Republican so it makes little difference to me.
2007-06-14 03:07:58 · answer #2 · answered by Calvin 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama are vying to become President at this time. Nevertheless, after the primaries, one of them could concede as VP but with an assurance to be the next Presidential candidate of the Democrats.
VOTE for your choice as US President on my 360 degrees blog and know if Hillary or Barack will likely win.
2007-06-13 21:24:01 · answer #3 · answered by FRAGINAL, JTM 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
The Democratic ticket will be Joe Biden and Bill Richardson. Biden will demolish both Hilary and Barack in the long-format, single-issue debates to come.
The Republican ticket will be John (blood-and-guts) McCain and Rudy Giuliani.
The election will be close but the Democrats will lose over the issues of gays serving openly in the military and immigration reform. The war in Iraq will continue and become the next South Korea.
2007-06-13 23:04:31 · answer #4 · answered by Steve C 5 · 0⤊ 3⤋
I think Mrs Clinton and Mr Obama could do the country a big favor, if they ran together...right out of town. These are two left wing liberal loonies. We don't need them in the US.
2007-06-14 00:31:38 · answer #5 · answered by regerugged 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
It makes sense, and would add to they're appeal. First African-American president and first female vice president would sell big with the majority of Americans, Hillary is a big sell for the Dems and unlike Hillary Republicans don't hate Barrack Obama. It's diabolically clever. But there is one flaw, everybody hates Hillary.
2007-06-13 23:16:13 · answer #6 · answered by Jon 4 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Would probably be a viable ticket. But the reasearch is not yet in on paired tickets yet. Got to wait a couple of months.
2007-06-13 21:39:39 · answer #7 · answered by .*. 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hillary on anyones ticket will surely lose the election, that is why.
2007-06-13 21:28:35 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If one or the other of them gets the nomination, It could happen. Then they could ruin the country together.
2007-06-13 21:38:54 · answer #9 · answered by doctdon 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I agree that it would be a definite winning-ticket, but I don't think either one of them would be willing to settle. Also, I'm not sure their main supporters would stick with them if either one settled.
2007-06-13 21:30:22 · answer #10 · answered by Dave 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋