Hillary Clinton's Most Likely Running-Mate

[Frodo]

Who do you think she is going to pick?

This is based on that list provided by The Hill.

[Maxwell]

Probably Kaine.

[Bandit3 the Worker]

Probably Kaine.

So Hillary wants to lose?

[Mr. Morden]

To be clear, it's not clear to what extent that list represents something real.  Just says that those five folks are getting the most "buzz" from those in Clinton's orbit.  But does that mean people who are actually inside the campaign, involved in the VP search?  The story doesn't really say.

Anyway, Kaine is the plurality probability favorite, but still well short of being 50% likely.

[This account no longer in use.]

Out of these choices, my guess would be Warren, as the only progressive pick who would likely be replaced by a Democrat. I still think Franken and Murphy are the best choices, though.

[publicunofficial]

Does she care about courting Sanders voters? Warren (Or Franken)

Does she not worry about progressives and just pick who she wants? Kaine

[Bandit3 the Worker]

Kaine or Hickenblooper means President Trump.

[Suburbia]

Kaine. Safe. Do no harm. Someone who can be president on day one.

[HAnnA MArin County]

Is there an Option F) None of the Above?

[KingSweden]

I wonder if Chris Murphy could get the progressive vote while also setting up for a future run of his own?

[Ronnie]

Elizabeth Warren is very solid on paper because she would bring in the young constituency that was heads-over-heels for Sanders, but I am still hesitant to think Hillary will pick her.  She has a little too much star power, and would likely overshadow Hillary on the stump.

Out of these choices, I'd say Kaine, but I don't really feel it'll be him either.  

[Virginiá]

Elizabeth Warren is very solid on paper because she would bring in the young constituency that was heads-over-heels for Sanders, but I am still hesitant to think Hillary will pick her.  She has a little too much star power, and would likely overshadow Hillary on the stump.

Out of these choices, I'd say Kaine, but I don't really feel it'll be him either.  

You know, I have been wondering, is that necessarily a bad thing? As long as the people vote for their ticket, it accomplishes what Hillary wants.

Clinton has too much baggage, so why not hide it behind generous proportions of Warren wrapping paper?

[Ronnie]

That might be true from a personality standpoint, but giving such a prominent role on the stump to a liberal firebrand like Lizzy might disrupt any of Hillary's efforts to inch toward the center, or at least back to her position before she had her brawl with Bernie.  If Lizzy's her running mate, it would be all progressivism, all the time, which would be somewhat risky, since she needs to be able to grab a solid number of people in the middle.  There's also the fact that Lizzy is a woman, which is a bit of a risk in itself.

In all, Lizzy Warren would be a high risk-high reward running mate.  And I'm not sure Hillary wants to take any risks, particularly against such a stunningly weak opponent like Trump.

[publicunofficial]

Elizabeth Warren is very solid on paper because she would bring in the young constituency that was heads-over-heels for Sanders, but I am still hesitant to think Hillary will pick her.  She has a little too much star power, and would likely overshadow Hillary on the stump.

Out of these choices, I'd say Kaine, but I don't really feel it'll be him either.  

You know, I have been wondering, is that necessarily a bad thing? As long as the people vote for their ticket, it accomplishes what Hillary wants.

Clinton has too much baggage, so why not hide it behind generous proportions of Warren wrapping paper?

It'd probably be a good thing, but it's still easy to see why Hillary would not chose for that reason.

[The Other Castro]

I wonder if Chris Murphy could get the progressive vote while also setting up for a future run of his own?

He definitely wants to run for President one day, but not from the position of VP in 2024.

[Sir Mohamed]

Out of these Kaine. He's a save choice.

[beaver2.0]

Kaine, but I still think Warner is a better pick if a Virginian is up.

[Sir Mohamed]

Kaine, but I still think Warner is a better pick if a Virginian is up.

Too old. Kaine is also not a young man, but younger than Warner.

[MIKESOWELL]

Kaine, but I still think Warner is a better pick if a Virginian is up.

Too old. Kaine is also not a young man, but younger than Warner.

Which Warner are you referring to? John or Mark? Mark is 61, but he is a vigorous 61 years old; no one is calling Trump too old to be president and he will be 70 in a few months.

[beaver2.0]

Kaine, but I still think Warner is a better pick if a Virginian is up.

Too old. Kaine is also not a young man, but younger than Warner.

Which Warner are you referring to? John or Mark? Mark is 61, but he is a vigorous 61 years old; no one is calling Trump too old to be president and he will be 70 in a few months.

Mark, though John could be alright.  Proves bipartisanship, and things could be interesting if Trump chose Webb.

[President of the great nation of 🏳️‍⚧️]

Out of these five:
Most likely? Kaine. Safe, but boring.
Best? Warren, Brown. Both over 60, but they'll both get the Sanders side excited.

[President Johnson]

Kaine, obviously. Good guy.

[Dr. Arch]

She needs to run Warren or a Warren-like persona to prevent the fracturing that's been taking place.

[Frodo]

Considering that Hillary is having so much trouble putting Bernie away after Trump has already locked up his nomination should indicate to everyone that she must pick someone who will appeal to Sanders' supporters (especially the independents).   



 

[Bojack Horseman]

Clinton/Kaine 2016!