Bayh: 'Yes' to VP

ujw, ny — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:06:51 GMT

I like Bayh.

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Kevin Cooley, Walton Texas — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:07:56 GMT

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Bobbi, Eau Claire, WI — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:09:00 GMT

Oh....I'm on the edge of my seat. Can't wait to see who our "chosen one" will choose!

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One Democrat Who's Sick & Tired of The Media Softballing Obama — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:09:04 GMT

Do you ever post anything on this board, other than Obama propaganda?

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A Charles, LA, CA — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:09:33 GMT

I'm not fond of him, but his resume & cool under pressure is hard to deny. I just wish there was some one who backed Obama from the start who could be vp, like Sebilieus. And Tim Kaine lacks N Security that Bayh brings. Politics & fate suck.

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Richard, Washington State — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:11:59 GMT

Bayh, Obama.

Has a nice ring.

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BL, Cincinnati OH — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:12:16 GMT

Evan Bayh would be a great pick on his merits:

Stressing fiscal responsibility, lower taxes, job creation and lean government, Bayh's tenure as governor was highlighted by eight years without raising taxes, the largest single tax cut and largest budget surplus in state history, "welfare-to-work"–type social programs, increasing annual school funding, high academic standards and new college opportunities, the creation of over 350,000 new jobs, the strengthening of law enforcement and improved environmental quality. He signed the 21st Century Scholars Act in 1992, legislation that states that every child in Indiana who is eligible for the free lunch program in a public school, graduates from high school and signs a pledge not to experiment with illegal drugs is entitled to a full tuition scholarship to an Indiana public university of his or her choice. By the end of his second term, Bayh had an approval rating of nearly 80 percent.

The problem... Indiana has a Republican Gov so that would mean a loss of his seat in the Senate to the Repubs till at least 2010, something that Dems are likely to go for as it's not likely they'll easily take it back.

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Ira, Freehold, NJ — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:13:56 GMT

Since Obama made it abundantly clear that the selection of his VP would not be discussed until he had made a decision, Bayh's decision to go public would be a huge mistake. If true, the man can't keep campaign confidences to himself.

Not my favorite anyway.

Obama '08

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Dirk, Brunswick, Georgia — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:14:32 GMT

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irkle — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:20:30 GMT

I hope Byah doesn't get selected and if he does that he declines. I hate to see him go down the tubes with a fake, fraud, dirty politician like Obama.

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Cheerio44 — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:28:19 GMT

Oh he's totally my pick! Many many good reasons why...

1.he's a centrist/moderate
2.he's young, but not too young
3.from Indiana (important state!)
4.lots of experience... as governor, secretary of state for Indiana, and senator
5.a clinton supporter, and he's always spoken positively about Obama
6.and finally, go to obamabayh08.com... you'll find it redirects to Obama's campaign website. interesting omen, huH?

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Ron Indiana — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:29:00 GMT

He, along with 7 or 8 others will be vetted. Don't try to read the tea leaves. Barack will tell us all when he is ready. My guess is Evan will come in a distant 6th or 7th. And here I go reading tea leaves.

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John — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:33:19 GMT

Evan Bayh for VP!

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Kathy, Norwell MA — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:36:38 GMT

In the "we-really-need-some-eye-candy-in-this-election" category, Evan Bayh is nearly as good-looking as John Edwards.

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ladytechie Farmington NM — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:37:30 GMT

Would be an interesting choice.. Besides being a Clinton supporter, what eles does he bring to the ticket?

And a bit off topic... Whatever respect I ever had for Ralph Nader just went down the tubes. His remarks to the Rocky Mountain News were ill considered to say the least.

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Joel MT, Trenton, NJ — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:38:35 GMT

Bayh would be a terrific VP choice. Very non-threatening moderate white male who appeals to middle class moderate and conservative voters. I wanted Bayh to run for Prez in 2008 and this would be a great way to see him running in 2016.

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Obama supporter in IL — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:42:07 GMT

Senator Evan Bayh is someone I think would be acceptable for the ticket. He's highly respected and could help deliver Indiana for the Democrats, and that would be a major accomplishment. I can't remember the last time Indiana voted for a Democratic presidential candidate. I worked in Indiana during his tenure as governor and he had a good record for those 8 years. He and his father carry a lot of weight in the Hoosier state. Some of the pundits have also given him good marks on foreign policy which will also be helpful. So he ranks up there with some of the other good candidates in my opinion.

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Marcel,Las Vegas.NV — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:43:04 GMT

He wouldn't be a bad 2nd choice or 3rd choice for Obama. He would be a steady pick a safe pick. I would like to see Obama go for the Home Run and pick Republican Chuck Hagel. Since it appears Obama is beating McSame already putting Hagel on the ticket would push that lead to 18 or 20 points. Making McDrill have to pick someone like General Powell to close the gap.

Obama/Hagel 08 Real Unity

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Rick, NC — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:43:22 GMT

Who else remembers a young indiana senator selected by an older presidential candidate?

We got dan quayle...are they all so dumb in indiana I wonder?

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Tired Dem. OKC — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:44:51 GMT

Bobbie, Eau Claire, Do you work for MSNBC??????

I read most of the articles, and the posted responses, and either you work for them, are a Rep. mole instigator, or are bi-polar.
You flip flop more than McCain.

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MR — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:46:01 GMT

THAT WOULD BE A GREAT POLITICAL MARRIAGE!

YOUNG, HANDSOME AND SMART!

OBAMA 08

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gv, Kailua, HI — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:46:10 GMT

Yep, Bayh's the one. Snag the Hillary supporters without having to tie her to your back. Good move, Pres. Obama. He's cute, too. It drives my kids nuts when I tell them that I always vote for cutest candidate Not true (although, in this case it certainly is), but it's fun to watch them get all worked up trying to tell me the REAL reasons I should vote for one over the other. Stirs up those political passions.

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Elliott, Los Angeles, CA — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:51:30 GMT

Latest Poll by Gallup has McCain and Obama tied at 45. My suggest to Obama is make your decision and make it soon.

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Christmas Eve — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:52:07 GMT

Do you ever post anything on this board, other than Obama propaganda?

One Democrat Who's Sick & Tired of The Media Softballing Obama
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It runs about 10-1 Obama stories here, and of those Obama stories, it runs about 15-1 with 15 being positive and maybe one story being negative. MSNBC is the media wing of the Barack Obama. The "B" stands for Barack. CNN blog is a little better, but not by much.

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RJS, Indianapolis — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:56:27 GMT

Bayh is very popular here in Indiana, it's highly likely this state could swing blue if he's on the ticket.

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modernwoman, Anytown,USA — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:56:33 GMT

Bayh is too young, I am almost certain Obama will pick a more senior statesman/woman.

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The - Democrat Soldier — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 18:59:19 GMT

Kevin Cooley, Walton Texas - didn't you know your mother was a liberal ..before she made a pact with the devil and had you and then you became a conversative.

and guess what; the way Bush/Cheney has ruined this country...your children will be without jobs.

What will you call them....you conservative bum.

Thank you and GOD BLESS AMERICA

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Bill Honolulu, HI — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:00:14 GMT

Evan Bayh would be a solid pick. He's got gubernatorial experience along with the Senate and all the committees he's been on and chaired. He's skillful and articulate. He's done a lot for IN; I lived there for 13 years. I beleive Hillary would be extremely pleased with Bayh on the ticket (since she won't be on it). He was a tough surrogate for Hillary, but he'd work well with Obama. He is loyal, but wants to unite the party and the differences.
I'm also strong on Biden, but he has no executive experience. Biden would however, definately be a good high-level cabinet candidate.
2 senators on the ticket (excluding Bayh as he has exec experience) would be a stretch for the Dems as I beleive McCain will eventually go with Pawlenty or Crist.
As a Dem, I certainly hope McCain picks one of them as I don't think either brings anything substantive to the campaign.
Now if McCain would get over Tom Ridge's pro-life stance, he could make the election very close. Ridge is very respected on both sides and could deliver PA as well as some possible border states that might otherwise go to Obama.
Ridge would also help with women so lets hope McCain goes elsewhere for a veep pick.

CUB FANS FOR OBAMA

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Ralph Malph — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:02:01 GMT

msnbc may be in the tank for obama but faux news for idiots is in the tank for war, racism and ignorance from the right.

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Karen — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:03:07 GMT

Richard, Washington State -- That's hysterical!!! I'm laughing at work.

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Bobbi, Eau Claire, WI — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:04:22 GMT

Tired Dem. OKC (Sent Wednesday, June 25, 2008 2:44 PM)

Get some sleep...it may make more sense then. If you still don't see the sarcasm....ask an educated person to interpret. Good luck!

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Jim M Rice Lake WI — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:04:24 GMT

Dirk from Georgia should post accurate poll commentary. RealclearPolitics is a site averaging all national and state by state polling data. Obama is averaging a 6% national lead and a 238 to 160 electoral college advantage not including toss up states.Remember Kerry a very weak democratic candidate had aperox 250 electoral college votes. McCain is not an incumbant and at a money disadvantage. Unless race becomes a determining factor odds are that Obama will win.

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Patrick — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:05:26 GMT

The guy who was commenting about polls. Have you not been paying attention. On average, amongst all polls taken the past several months, Obama is up 7% on average.

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Heartlight 3, Maui, Hawaii — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:05:28 GMT

Kevin Cooley from Texas - that story about Keith Olbermann is not true. He didn't ride on a train he rode in a car. He never intended or tried to go to Washington on a train. Some people just make things up to cause trouble.

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Man-sized Safe, Corpus Christi, TX — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:05:56 GMT

So Evan gives the Biden response. Good move.

Sorry, Kevin Cooley, Walton Texas, Olberman refuted that BS before it was ever printed. He didn't take the train, he drove that day. So now you're lumped in with the Worst Person of the Day!

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Mark, Northern MI — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:06:57 GMT

So now we hear none other then Keith Olbermann had an absolute hissy fit when someone couldn't get him a first class train ticket last week. What's the matter Keith, you have to ride in the box car with the other liberal bums that don't have jobs?
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Um, Kevin, you should do your homework....even a little bit. If you had, you'd have noted that Kieth O. DEBUNKED this particular piece of journalistic guano on Countdown.

Geez, got nothing to say, so repeat spoon-fed drivel.

Yes, I'm voting for Obama!

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Man-sized Safe, Corpus Christi, TX — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:07:59 GMT

If you folks read this blog 23.5 hours a day, ane Faux News 1/2 hour, it'll about even out. Go pound sand.

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Kelly — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:08:43 GMT

Bayh is boring! I can't believe he really talks the way he does. He sounds just like a politician.

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MSierra, SF — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:08:52 GMT

Cheerio44 : '... Oh he's totally my pick! Many many good reasons why...

1.he's a centrist/moderate
2.he's young, but not too young
3.from Indiana (important state!)
4.lots of experience... as governor, secretary of state for Indiana, and senator
5.a clinton supporter, and he's always spoken positively about Obama
6.and finally, go to obamabayh08.com... you'll find it redirects to Obama's campaign website. interesting omen, huH?...'

Cheerio44, I think I voted for his father, Birch
I think he's like Al Gore, who had a much more progressive father.....

If you want a swing state VP, why not Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) a real progressive and populist ?

Notice that Clinton and Gore both picked 'moderates' (/conservatives) rather than balancing their

I hope Obama does the same and picks a progressivetickets ...

Obama/Edwards '08
Obama/Brown '08

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The - Democrat Soldier — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:08:54 GMT

The Republican pukes are crying foul. Because their candidate is losing and can't stand a chance of winning in November.

SO now the GOP idiots are swaying back to their old roots - "The BLAME GAME", and they are so shameless - typical Republicans.

Thank you and GOD BLESS AMERICA

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Kelly — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:09:04 GMT

Bayh is boring! I can't believe he really talks the way he does. He sounds just like a politician.

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Ron Indiana — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:10:10 GMT

Thanks for the update: Bayh's comments just excluded him from consideration. He said too much.

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MSNBC is just fine — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:11:32 GMT

MSNBC has a high IQ reader level, if you don't like the stories, go over to foxnews they have a much lower IQ reader level from my observations.

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Pam, Salt Lake City, Utah — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:11:55 GMT

Hey, Mr. Cooley of Walton, Texas...Keith Olbermann has been addressing the recent lies about him on the Countdown. Perhaps you should watch his show. Or are you too busy sucking in the lies while watching Faux News? Even many of us here in the reddest of red states can see through that conservative bull.

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Julepo — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:13:34 GMT

Obama bloggers are predicting a big surge for Obama once Hillary/Bill/Bayh endorse him publicly.

Hmmmm....'hasn't happened yet. I haven't yet seen Obama above 50%, and he's had the nomination locked up for THREE WEEKS.

Gallup has Obama tied with McCain in the daily tracking poll, and McCain really isn't even getting the publicity these days.

Bloomberg and Newsweek are outlier polls. This is a close, close contest, and it shouldn't be. WHY isn't Obama a consistent 12-to-14 points ahead of McCain?

McCain '08/12!!!
Dirk, Brunswick, Georgia
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Dirk,
have you been looking at the tracking polls? obama is ahead in most trackin polls by at least 12pts. the only poll that his lead is under 10pts is suprisingly newsweek (the same poll that had him ahead 15pts just last week) dont you worry dirk, obama will have the lead he needs when it really matters... november!

OBAMA!

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Bobbi, Eau Claire, WI — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:21:18 GMT

This year the Dems are vetting their potential VP picks by doing a timed water-treading test. When our ship sinks this Nov with obama at the helm who's willing to drown with it?
I'm just sayin'....

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Kate, Atlanta — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:22:56 GMT

Barack/Evan - I'd Bayh that ticket.

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Elizabeth — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:29:26 GMT

Although my picks would be #1 Biden and behind him probably Clark, Sen. Bayh would be a very solid choice ..... It's good that he was a Hillary supporter, as was Clark (and Biden intentionally stayed neutral). Unification is important. He (Bayh) is a substantive, reassuring presence and comfortable in that world. His father, Birch Bayh, was very highly regarded. AND I think it's very admirable that he, and Biden, have both said "of course if that's what the person leading our party has decided what is best." We all know they would - why not admit it? And to do so in that rather impersonal, principled way makes me respect them all the more.

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Kathy — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:31:38 GMT

I agree that Bayh is just too boring. I'm for Biden myself, he is older, knows forign policy, does not have any qualms about speaking his mind, he's a fighter. I just cannot see Bayh as a fighter, too mellow.

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John OH — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:34:54 GMT

obama will not pick him(because he was in the clinton camp) , he is a darn fool if he thought he had a chance.

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Michelle, Indiana — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:38:21 GMT

5.a clinton supporter, and he's always spoken positively about Obama
6.and finally, go to obamabayh08.com... you'll find it redirects to Obama's campaign website. interesting omen, huH?
Cheerio44 (Sent Wednesday, June 25, 2008 2:28 PM)
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As for pt 5 -- He did not always speak positively of Obama. I remember the Indiana Primaries where he was campaigning for Clinton and said that the bitter remarks were elitist. He said the people of Indiana should really look at this candidate and think about whether they want someone out of touch with Indiana as President.

As for pt 6 - It has Obama in it. Of course, it's going to redirect to Obama's site.

Obama/Clark '08

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Terry, IN — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:43:59 GMT

Olberman's non train ride

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/21134540/vp/25357079#25357079

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Joseph, Grand Rapids, MI — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:50:31 GMT

Bayh is perfect, because he is boring. Mccain will eat both of these guys for lunch. Does anyone honestly believe that Obama knows anything about national security? Bayh is simply another fake. Obama lacks substance, and sooner, or later the American people will see just how much Obama doesn't know.

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Julie Harris — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:53:36 GMT

Kevin, page 6 is hardly a reliable source

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Paul Miller, Woodbridge, VA — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:54:54 GMT

I've thought all along the short, short list was Warner, Bayh, Strickland and Zinni, with an acknowledgement that Zinni was the darkhorse of the four.

Since Strickland is giving us a Shermanesque refusal, and Warner seems set to avoid a national campaign (because of Clinton dirt?), it looks like its down to Bayh and Zinni.

Zinni was on that list of 16, despite no one in the cable or blogger world that I know of except me calling it, and I haven't heard much buzz on him since. So at this point I have to guess its Bayh, assuming he comes through vetting okay.

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Dee, AZ — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:00:52 GMT

Bahy is a solid pick but I think Obama needs someone with military and/or foreign policy experience. Biden ma y be a little too outspoken for a Obama presidency. It might not be so bad to reach out to Hagel for the VP spot.

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Sam, Muncie, Ind. — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:01:41 GMT

Only an idiot named Rick from Hilltucky, N.C., would posit a "young Indiana senator selected by an older presidential candidate," since Bayh is older than Obama.

Moron.

Oh, and don't forget the 1981 championship, chump.

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Barbara C. - Fort Lauderdale, FL — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:06:02 GMT

I saw him recently when they did the Jefferson Jackson Dinner I believe on C-Span that night in Indiana before the Primary and I liked him immediately. He has the personality and the right creds for the job.

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Laura, VA — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:10:42 GMT

I have to give him credit for answering the question honestly and coming right out and saying he'd accept. Why is everyone supposed to pretend they are not interested? That never made sense to me.

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Greg Chicago — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:10:42 GMT

So now we hear none other then Keith Olbermann had an absolute hissy fit when someone couldn't get him a first class train ticket last week. What's the matter Keith, you have to ride in the box car with the other liberal bums that don't have jobs?

Hey Kevin,

That might be ture accept for one small detail the Post reporter missed THE FACT THAT KEITH DROVE TO WASHINGTON IN A CAR!!!!!! That is why you should stop reading that rag because the reporters (Gag) for the post just make s__t up instead of doing their jobs.

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irkle — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:12:29 GMT

In the "we-really-need-some-eye-candy-in-this-election" category, Evan Bayh is nearly as good-looking as John Edwards.
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Fits with the "no Muslim women in hijabs" mentality.

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Doris,Memphis,TN — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:13:19 GMT

I hope Joe Biden is Obama's VP.
They would be a great team.

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irkle — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:15:14 GMT

Bayh is boring! I can't believe he really talks the way he does. He sounds just like a politician.
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Yes, he is a politician....just like OBAMABOOZLE is. I'd trust Bayh a whole lot further than I would OBAMABOOZLE.

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Joe — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:16:15 GMT

Oh Gosh No Marcel from Las Vegas. He can't pick any Republican, even John Hagle. He is way too conservative socially anyway. Just think of it, those why like to abbreviate everything in order to negatively classify certain groups could use "ObamaHags" as a slur to degrade voters who might support that ticket. "Don't be an ObamaHag!!! Vote McSame instead"! Besides, its time the Democrats had a real shot at turning the place around with only minimal interference from the Republicans, and lets face it -- interfere is what Republicans do best. Lets not hand one the VP spot. That is way too generous.

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Roofin Reality, Houston, Tx. — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:17:36 GMT

Probably too late,
but I didn't know dude was also Governor at one point. Geez, not that I'm looking, but I bet he'd bring a LOT of women as he's probably some eye candy for some. Particulary that lady in Hawaii.
Biden brings a lot of foreign experience.

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Joe; White Bear Lake, MN — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:22:12 GMT

Sing along..... "Bayh, Bayh love, hello Obama-ness, hell-o-dem-o-cra-tic-ness, his words are just like sweet caress...I think i'm gonna cry. So Bayh Bayh McSame, Bayh Bayh.... Bayh, Bayh McSame Bayh, Bayh!

EB would make a great choice for VP!

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PJ — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:25:14 GMT

I didn't like Bayh... but now, I do.