This investment of Romney’s time signals two things:
1.) Joe Kryillos is a viable candidate who can win.
2.) Chris Christie is a real contender for Romney’s running mate.
I’m sure how it speaks to #2 but definitely #1. Solid second-tier opportunity cause Menendez isn’t popular.
I don’t think Christie is interested in being VP. He’s not a “wear beige and keep your mouth shut” kind of guy.
If and when he’s serious about making a national run, we’re going to see him becoming diligent about his appearance and his health. If Romney were considering him, Romney would have told him to “shape up”, IMO. Christie borders on being morbidly obese (if not there already) and with his access to the finest nutrition experts, personal trainers, and personal chefs, there is absolutely no excuse for his condition other than extreme self-indulgence.
It signals to the nation that he has a serious lack of self discipline and that’s a trait I don’t think we want to see in national leaders.
As a rule I’m not one to pick on people regarding their appearances, but Christie’s is self inflicted and completely reversible.