Posted on 06/16/2004 8:31:22 AM PDT by Servant of the 9
IN the race among Democrats to become John Kerry's running mate, former Sen. Sam Nunn, 65, is ahead by a nose. Sources say the FBI has started combing through records of his business dealings, reviewing files and relationships. No wonder they started early — Nunn, a native of Georgia, serves on the boards of ChevronTexaco, Coca-Cola, Dell, GE, Internet Security Systems and Scientific-Atlanta, in addition to acting as co-chair and CEO of the Nuclear Threat Initiative. A rep for the Kerry campaign said, "We're not commenting on the process."
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I can't see him accepting. He is too serious for the kind of campaign Kerry is running, and too moderate as well. And he would never sell-out on his values so he'd prove to be a problem to them. Another trial balloon that will pop in a few days. Kerry wants to appear moderate...thus Nunn, McCain, Bayh. In the end it will probably be one of the few truly willing to make such a sacrifice (being Kerry's V.P.) and totally without national stature!
My choice would be Rep. Tom Tancredo (CO). The problem with that, is that since Dubya has absolutely no respect for the Constitution, he wouldn't want someone on the ticket with him, with such a superb knowledge of and deep regard for our Constitution, as has Tancredo. Also, since a future President Tancredo would certainly make it a priority to repeal the large amount of unconstitutional provisions contained within Dubya's (ANTI)Patriot Act and such publicity would expose Dubya's total disregard for the Constitution and damage his legacy, Dubya would do everything possible to keep such a constitutionalist from ever gaining the bully pulpit of the Presidency. Actually, since I wouldn't want a Dubya hand-picked successor to have the edge in 2008, it's probably better that Cheney is the GOP's VP candidate in 2004, so we will have a better chance to nominate a real constitutionalist for President in 2008.
As for a Nunn VP nomination, I think it would certainly give Dubya something to worry about. In fact, if that Rat ticket were reversed, it would certainly spell doom for a Dubya reelection. As you say, unlike Kerry, Nunn is actually competent. Such a nomination would also put Nunn in a position to take the Rat presidential nomination in 2008.
I hope not. Nunn would be forced to do a Lieberman and contradict/renounce his long held positions to satisfy his master.
I lost a lot of respect for Lieberman because of this. Basically he sold his soul for power. I'll be disappointed if Nunn does the same.
You mean ...gravitas?
According to the sliding scale afforded to Democrats, yes.
I am sure you are correct about Ron Reagan being a big deal at the convention. They are probably making his hotel reservations now.He may be a lib but he retains a certain amount of respect for his parents. I doubt he'd cross the line to actively campaigning for a Dem. Nancy would be irked, and Dad would haunt him for doing such a thing.
Nunn's their best choice right now since McCain has begun actively campaigning for Bush. But wouldn't it be funny if Cheney is considering retiring for health reasons, and Nunn is being investigated because Bush is considering nominating him.
-Eric
My choice would be Rep. Tom Tancredo (CO). The problem with that, is that since Dubya has absolutely no respect for the Constitution, he wouldn't want someone on the ticket with him, with such a superb knowledge of and deep regard for our Constitution, as has Tancredo. Also, since a future President Tancredo would certainly make it a priority to repeal the large amount of unconstitutional provisions contained within Dubya's (ANTI)Patriot Act and such publicity would expose Dubya's total disregard for the Constitution and damage his legacy, Dubya would do everything possible to keep such a constitutionalist from ever gaining the bully pulpit of the Presidency. Actually, since I wouldn't want a Dubya hand-picked successor to have the edge in 2008, it's probably better that Cheney is the GOP's VP candidate in 2004, so we will have a better chance to nominate a real constitutionalist for President in 2008.Tancredo's anti-immigration stance has been spun into a perception that he is anti-Hispanic. This would likely prevent him from being picked by any member of the Bush family.
If Cheney steps down, it will be for health reasons. Tradition, and I believe law as well, restrains President Bush from selecting his brother Jeb as his running mate. But he will be his preferred candidate for the 2008 nomination.
-Eric
oh yes....gravitas. The media buzz word of summer '00.
Sam Nunn would be very, very bad for the GOP. Widely respected, low key and quite familiar with security issues, he'd hold his own and then some against Dick Cheney plus give Kerry help down south.
Why? Is he more conservative? Are you pro-RKBA?
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