Pedro has indicated that he WOULD be available for Veep!
Posted on 08/21/2014 8:49:36 PM PDT by 2ndDivisionVet
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There are 65 prominent people who might run for president in 2016.
The Democratic and Republican fields contrast sharply. Hillary Clinton is the clear front-runner, while there is no front-runner on the Republican side.
Twenty-three Democrats have been mentioned as a candidate or are eyeing a bid, according to an analysis by The Hill. The GOP side has 42.
Most of the people on this list won’t run, and some have adamantly claimed that they’re not interested. But many politicians have changed their minds on seeking the White House. Before mounting his 2008 bid, then-Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) said he wasn’t running.
The following is The Hill’s list of 65 people who might run for president in 2016.
Democrats
Vice President Biden — Will he or won’t he? Polls show he is trailing Hillary Clinton badly. Last month, President Obama said Biden would be a “superb” commander in chief.
California Gov. Jerry Brown
Brown has run for president three times. He says a fourth is “not in the cards.”
Montana Gov. Steve Bullock — Bullock is seen more as a vice presidential possibility.
Hillary Clinton — Will she run? Of course she will.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo — He would be a top contender if Clinton wasn’t running. But the ongoing corruption probe in New York looms over Cuomo’s head.
Howard Dean
The former Vermont governor and 2004 presidential candidate told CNN he hopes Clinton wins. But last year, he warned she wouldn’t get a pass in the Democratic primary.
Russ Feingold — The liberal darling mulled a 2008 bid before losing his reelection race in 2010.
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (N.Y.) — Gillibrand has made it clear she backs Clinton. But if the former first lady doesn’t run, Gillibrand might.
Al Gore — Few think he will run, but political analyst Mark Halperin sparked new speculation on “Morning Joe” last month, when he said the former vice president might challenge Clinton.
New Hampshire Gov. Maggie Hassan — She might opt to run for the Senate in 2016.
Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper — A popular governor who has indicated he won’t run.
John Kerry
The secretary of State absolutely ruled out a 2016 campaign earlier this year. But then again, so did Barack Obama before he ran in 2008.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar (Minn.) — See Gillibrand. Klobuchar visited Iowa last year and will be back in the Hawkeye State this week to stump for Senate hopeful Rep. Bruce Braley (D-Iowa).
Sen. Joe Manchin (W.Va.) — There’s a Draft Joe Manchin effort out there, but the centrist is more likely to run for governor again should he leave the Senate.
Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley — Uphill climb for O’Malley. How tough? Three members of the Maryland delegation (Sen. Barbara Mikulski and Reps. Steny Hoyer and John Delaney) have already said they would back Clinton in the Democratic primary.
Janet Napolitano The Washington Post last year called the former governor and Cabinet official “a woman to watch in 2016.”
Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon — The unrest in Ferguson is a huge test for Nixon, whose last name wouldn’t be an asset if he runs.
Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick — Will likely run for president at some point, but not in 2016.
Sen. Bernie Sanders — The liberal Sanders, who is technically an independent, has said he would challenge Clinton if no one else from the left launches a bid.
Brian Schweitzer — The former governor of Montana has had a rough summer.
Sen. Mark Warner (Va.) — Warner stunned political observers, when he didn’t run for president in 2008. He instead ran for the Senate and is up for reelection against Ed Gillespie this fall.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (Mass.) — Unlike Clinton, Warren has been busy on the campaign trail for Senate candidates.
Jim Webb — The former senator is eyeing a long-shot bid.
Republicans
Sen. Kelly Ayotte (N.H.) — Ayotte, who is up for reelection in 2016, is already being discussed as a vice presidential pick.
Rep. Michele Bachmann (Minn.) — Tea Party favorite has said she might run again in 2016.
Former Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour — Barbour is well liked by the GOP establishment and was included in a Republican National Committee straw poll in January.
Rep. Marsha Blackburn (Tenn.)
Blackburn denied a report she is mulling a bid.
John Bolton — The former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations is leaving the 2016 door open.
Scott Brown — Brown is the underdog in his race against Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.).
Jeb Bush — Bush fatigue would be a significant obstacle for the former Florida governor.
Herman Cain — Jon Stewart prayed on the air that Cain would run again.
Ben Carson
Carson is a rising star in the GOP.
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie — Bridge-gate hasn’t deterred Christie, who sounds like he’s going to be a candidate.
Sen. Ted Cruz (Texas) — Tea Party star must convince kingmakers that he can beat Clinton.
Mitch Daniels — The ex-governor of Indiana decided against running in 2012 because of family concerns.
Oklahoma Gov. Mary Fallin — The former House member is in the mix of speculation.
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam — He says he’s not interested in running.
Newt Gingrich — The 2012 presidential candidate and ex-Speaker might run again. Asked by Fox News’s Greta van Susteren about throwing his hat in the ring, Gingrich responded, “Ask me that in January of 2015.”
South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley — Haley is always mentioned as a possible candidate.
Mike Huckabee
Huckabee’s poll numbers are quite good.
Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal — The former House member knows policy inside and out, but he would have to stand out amid the many personalities that will be on the 2016 stage.
Ohio Gov. John Kasich — Will Kasich and Ohio Sen. Rob Portman both run? Regardless, Ohio is a must win for the GOP in 2016.
Rep. Pete King (N.Y.) — A frequent critic of Sens. Ted Cruz (Texas) and Rand Paul (Ky.).
Rep. Steve King (Iowa) — A kingmaker in Iowa and a hard-liner on immigration.
New Mexico Gov. Susana Martinez
The first female Hispanic governor is not expected to run for president. But she will be a leading vice presidential candidate.
Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (Wash.) — She has a bright future, though a presidential run in 2016 probably isn’t in the cards.
Sarah Palin — The RNC put her in its straw poll, but most think the former Alaska governor will remain on the sidelines.
Sen. Rand Paul (Ky.) — Paul, who is up for reelection in 2016, looks like a sure bet to run for president. Of all the possible 2016 GOP hopefuls, Paul has arguably had the best 2014.
Indiana Gov. Mike Pence — Pence is a dark horse who shouldn’t be overlooked. The former House member was Tea Party before the Tea Party existed and is well respected by social and fiscal conservatives.
Texas Gov. Rick Perry
Comebacks are common in politics, but can Perry pull it off? He has two things going for him: The border crisis has put him front and center on the national stage, and the right has rallied behind him in the wake of his indictment in Texas.
Sen. Rob Portman (Ohio) — Portman, who is up for reelection in 2016, is headed to New Hampshire next week.
Condoleezza Rice — The former secretary of State routinely comes up in this conversation, but the chances of a Rice bid are remote.
Rep. Mike Rogers (Mich.) — The retiring House member and soon-to-be talk-radio host hasn’t ruled out a run.
Mitt Romney — The rumors of another Romney run continue to persist.
Sen. Marco Rubio (Fla.)
Rubio will have to decide whether to run for president or reelection in 2016. As he said, “you can’t be on the ballot for two different offices” in Florida.
Rep. Paul Ryan (Wis.) — He seems more intent on becoming Ways and Means Committee chairman than running for president.
Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval — It’s more likely that Sandoval would challenge Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) in 2016.
Rick Santorum
The former Pennsylvania senator is being overlooked in the 2016 race. He did, after all, win the Iowa caucus in 2012.
Joe Scarborough — The host of MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” is certainly eyeing a return to public office. Will it come sooner or later?
Sen. Tim Scott (S.C.) — He probably won’t run but will be discussed as a possible No. 2 on the ticket.
Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder — He faces a challenging reelection race in November.
Sen. John Thune (S.D.) — Thune nearly ran in 2012, and he has more than $9.5 million in his campaign war chest.
Donald Trump —Trump might run, but don’t bet on it.
Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker — Walker first has to win reelection this year.
Allen West — The former congressman from Florida is mulling a bid.
(And Oreos; of course!)
Not them chintzy MINI ones; either!
Shameless product placement attempt!
Liberal_Fault_Finder_Dude(Hillary is a saint!)
Pedro has indicated that he WOULD be available for Veep!
I wish you luck on your campaign, you got my vote. :p
Thanks!
I’ll have some Ambassador positions to fill.
Have a country of choice?
South Korea
Can you list those who have been in the Military?
Very few, save for swift boat boy.
Al Gore was technically an Army photojournalist, but had several infantrymen as bodyguards since his father was a prominent senator. I’m not aware of any others. But remember, Teddy Kennedy did his obligatory two year stint in the Army due to the draft, but would you have based your vote on that? Also remember, Ted Cruz is only 43.
Reeks of partisan shilling. Gee, I wonder why?
Hill editor Bob Cusack makes ‘Veep’ appearance
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/reliable-source/wp/2014/04/15/hill-editor-bob-cusack-makes-veep-appearance/
[snip] “Cusack moonlights as a SAG card-carrying actor... In his episode of the comedy “Veep,” he had an actual scene, and a line or two, playing Michael Cunningham, a pro-life K Street-er... drew on firsthand observations for his portrayal of the smarmy-smiled, be-suited influence peddler in the show that wins plaudits for nailing inside-the-Beltway customs. [/snip]
[snip] WS: It only enhances and increases the cynicism that is already out there. Congress only has—by any stretch—9 to 14 percent approval. People don’t trust government. People don’t trust politicians. What’s interesting about your generation is that House of Cards seems like theatre and it seems so cold, but anyone who grew up knowing Watergate believes this is what governments do. It’s not surprising to that very much older generation that seems to be most in love with the show. What’s surprising to me is that your generation is so in love with House of Cards, because it seems very disillusioning. That’s not typically what you find when you have 18, 19, 20 year-olds in college.
Blog: I agree. I think our generation might have these idealistic notions of what the government is, but then we have scandals like the bridge closing with Chris Christie that open everyone’s eyes. It makes us think, “Well, wait, House of Cards might be real. It might be how things work.” [/snip]
(also bitched about Spiro Agnew’s *name*)
http://blogdailyherald.com/author/tnavia/
Rhode Island may use DNA to track students; Federal bill passes House
http://eagnews.org/rhode-island-may-use-dna-to-track-students-federal-bill-passes-house/
War Over Common Core: Louisiana Officials Lawyer Up
http://news.heartland.org/newspaper-article/2014/08/07/war-over-common-core-louisiana-officials-lawyer
Vivian, OTOH:
Common Core Testing Groups Won’t Let Some States Go
http://news.heartland.org/newspaper-article/2014/07/23/common-core-testing-groups-wont-let-some-states-go#.U8-wbL1chOw.twitter
University of Michigan Exhibit Celebrates Abortion as ‘Life-Sustaining Act’
http://www.thecollegefix.com/post/16867/
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Rand Slams Congress for Funding Egypt's Generals: 'How Does Your Conscience Feel Now?'Sen. Rand Paul is hammering his fellow senators for keeping billions in financial aid flowing to Egypt's military -- even as Cairo's security forces massacre anti-government activists. [by "anti-government activists" is meant church-burning Christian-murdering jihadists][Posted on 08/15/2013 5:44:10 PM PDT by Hoodat]
Rand Paul On Shutdown: "Even Though It Appeared I Was Participating In It, It Was A Dumb Idea"I said throughout the whole battle that shutting down the government was a dumb idea. Even though it did appear as if I was participating in it, I said it was a dumb idea. And the reason I voted for it, though, is that it's a conundrum. Here's the conundrum. We have a $17 trillion debt and people at home tell me you can't give the president a blank check. We just can't keep raising the debt ceiling without conditions. So unconditionally raising the debt ceiling, nobody at home wants me to vote for that and I can't vote for that. But the conundrum is if I don't we do approach these deadlines. So there is an impasse. In 2011, though, we had this impasse and the president did negotiate. We got the sequester. If we were to extend the sequester from discretionary spending to all the entitlements we would actually fix our problem within a few years.[Posted on 11/19/2013 12:16:51 PM by Third Person]
Rand Paul: Time for GOP to soften war stance...by softening its edge on some volatile social issues and altering its image as the party always seemingly "eager to go to war... We do need to expand the party and grow the party and that does mean that we don't always all agree on every issue" ... the party needs to become more welcoming to individuals who disagree with basic Republican doctrine on emotional social issues such as gay marriage... "We're going to have to be a little hands off on some of these issues ... and get people into the party," Paul said.[Posted on 01/31/2013 5:08:50 PM PST by xzins]
Rand Paul's immigration speech...The Republican Party must embrace more legal immigration.[Posted on 03/19/2013 7:04:07 AM PDT by Perdogg]
Unfortunately, like many of the major debates in Washington, immigration has become a stalemate-where both sides are imprisoned by their own rhetoric or attachment to sacred cows that prevent the possibility of a balanced solution.
Immigration Reform will not occur until Conservative Republicans, like myself, become part of the solution. I am here today to begin that conversation.
Let's start that conversation by acknowledging we aren't going to deport 12 million illegal immigrants.
If you wish to work, if you wish to live and work in America, then we will find a place for you...
This is where prudence, compassion and thrift all point us toward the same goal: bringing these workers out of the shadows and into being taxpaying members of society.
Imagine 12 million people who are already here coming out of the shadows to become new taxpayers.12 million more people assimilating into society. 12 million more people being productive contributors.
Rand Paul calls on conservatives to embrace immigration reformLatinos, should be a natural constituency for the party, Paul argued, but "Republicans have pushed them away with harsh rhetoric over immigration." ...he would create a bipartisan panel to determine how many visas should be granted for workers already in the United States and those who might follow... [and the buried lead] "Imagine 12 million people who are already here coming out of the shadows to become new taxpayers...[Posted on 04/21/2013 1:52:42 PM PDT by SoConPubbie]
[but he's not in favor of amnesty, snicker, definition of is is]
Hillary’s running can’t be beaten, Colorado guv Hickenlooper is “popular”, so is the Latina governor of NM, WashComPost said that a Demwit bulldagger was a woman to watch, Ted Cruz still has to prove he can beat Hillary, Rick Perry’s been indicted, Chris Christie seems to have weathered the Bridgegate storm, so the screed brought it up again, and of course, they state that their fellow Democrat and demagogue Rand Paul has “had the best year”. The thing was basically a shill piece. Thanks 2ndDivisionVet.
We have NEVER elected someone to the White House who has not held a government position of some kind (elective, appointed, military or a combination, etc.) but we’re going to start now? Mr. Obama wasn’t enough of a neophyte for us? I’m sure Dr. Carson is a nice man and a skilled surgeon, but that is besides the point.
Early prediction Cruz vs Warren 2016.
Then you bring that list of 65 down to one or two. Sad, isn't it?
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