Just as Cheney became the VP after heading up the search, could it be possible that Fred Thompson would be the nominee? After all, he's a former member of their club. I know, it would be considered an "unserious" pick, but it sure would be fun.
I had it first, post 1159, same reasoning! (yeah, I'm sure someone beat me on another thread but let 'em prove it!) Go, Fred, Go!!!
Wow! The old "Hide in Plain Sight" trick. Interesting!