Daschle, the Senate Elf, waits patiently for his master's call.
Posted on 02/27/2007 11:09:02 AM PST by seanmerc
Tom Daschle, who endorsed Barack Obama for the Democratic nomination for president, said he would consider being Obama's running mate if asked.
The Democrat and former South Dakota senator said he had not been contacted by any of the Democrats seeking their party's presidential nomination, and that his endorsement of the Illinois senator doesn't mean he's looking for a spot on the Democratic ticket.
"Theres not been any talk about it at all," he said Friday. "I have to say thats not something you can campaign for and its not something that you can plan or expect."
Daschle, who explored his own presidential run in 2008, said he would never rule out a return to politics.
He said the chances of considering a future run for presidency are slim, although he would not rule it out completely.
Daschle said Iowa Gov. Tom Vilsacks recent withdrawal from the presidential race shows how difficult it is to raise money for a presidential run. He estimated a current presidential run costs a candidate at least $1 million a week.
"(Vilsack withdrew) for one of the same reasons I chose not to run, which is the incredible money chase that is now required of any viable candidate," Daschle said. "It is becoming almost impossible for all but just a very small number of people to tap into the resources required to be successful."
Daschle said hell listen if Obama calls.
"I would always consider it," he said, but added that "I would imagine that they would go to states with a lot larger population than South Dakota."
Daschle said he endorsed Obama because of his ability to unify the nation and inspire young Americans. Daschle said it was a difficult decision because he knows many of the other Democratic candidates from his time in the Senate.
Should I be offered the starting center job for the NY Knicks, I will accept.
Ton Who????
I remember there used to be a huge democrat obstructionist named Tom Dasshole.
Yes, little Puff Dash-hole is at it again. Like a bad social disease, this little sleaze bag just keeps popping up.
did he get a new apple crate?
Yes, but the REAL question is... does anyone CARE??
dead center
If I were him I wouldnt hold my breath.
When is the last time someone who got defeated for a lower office ran for president or VP? Probably since since Henry Cabot Lodge ran with Nixon in 1960.
Should I be offered the lead singer position in Van Halen, I will accept.
All net on that comment.
LOL! And should I be offered the role of prima ballerina by the American Ballet Company, I will accept. Of course, I'm 54 years old, but I'm sure they'd consider me.
Whose Lobbyist's 'kneepads' are Tom wearing these days?
Putting Daschle on the Democrat ticket would really help the Democrats . . might even put South Dakota in play!
:)
Oh please please please please!!!
Why?
Gore/Daschle2008: Noe that would be a fun ticket.
Yes, but would it be green?
I don't see a big VP demand for a man who has proved that he can't deliver the vote from one of the least populated states.
Tiny Tom, still searching for relevance!
I can envision one of those signs you see at amusement parks where you have to be a certain height or more to be allowed to ride the ride....a sign that says one has to be at least this tall to be VP......sorry Tom.
Tom who?
LOL! I'm sure the vertically-challenged Daschle would accept it. The problem is that he is now irrelevant. We are all deeply saddened.
Sorry 'lil fella - the sign says you must be THIS tall to be the VPOTUS.
If he thinks it is something you cannot plan for, he ain't seen much of Obama and the rest of them lately, has he.
No presidential 'Rat candidate for 2008 will touch this schmuck with a ten foot pole ... he's perceived as a loser.
Regards, Ivan
did he get a new apple crate?
Lil' Tommy would have to get one! Isn't Osama-Obama-YO-mama over six feet tall? Can't you just see the two of them together -- side by side on the podium -- doing the hands in the air thing?? LOL!
If Daschle ran, he would need to give up his radio program - "The Tom Daschle Show" - on the Tribal Radio Network. (Get it? Let me know...)
"...said he would consider being Obama's running mate if asked."
Poor little Tommy -- still trying to get back in the limelight -- PICK ME!! PICK ME!!
That is the funniest statement I have read in a while.
I told Jerry Jones I would consider taking the job as head coach of the Cowboys, but he didn't even give me an interview.
Tom Daschle Would Consider VP Invite
That's Outrageous!
"... he would consider being Obama's running mate if asked"
I bet he'd pay you tomorrow for a hamburger today, too, lol.
Then stop asking yourself stupid questions, ya big dope!
And get off my planet.
Perceptionj and reality intersect in this case.
Dem dream ticket Richardson-Daschle.
Tom D is an a$$ hat
Daschle, the Senate Elf, waits patiently for his master's call.
They just never go away,do they?
He'll come up short again!
Big laugh! BIG LAUGH!
Are you a BLOL hard!
yes--i think he ought to consider it... i hope Hill or Obama invite him to run as their veep...
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