The Institute of VP leaks, tips, and speculation (GOP edition)

[Lincoln Republican]

Steele on Fox News stated about 30 min ago he thought it was either Palin or Pawlenty, but thought McCain would pick Palin.

That would be amazing.

If McCain picks Palin, he would be seen to fail his first major test as a Presidential  nominee, i.e., his selection of a running mate. 

McCain has stated his number one criteria for a running mate is to pick someone who would be capable of being President.  Palin comes nowhere near this qualification.  It is ludicrous to think she does.

McCain would be laughed off the Presidential stage with a Palin pick.

[Lincoln Republican]

What is it with with this ridiculous Palin obsession?

Nothing aginst her personally, but she would be an absolutely horrible, horrible, horrible choice.

Compared to Biden, she is a political neophyte.

Far too inexperienced to even be considered for a national ticket. 

McCain has said his VP would be qualified to be President.  Palin comes howhere near this criteia.

It is laughable.  She is not in contention.  Never was in contention.

McCain would be laughed off the Presidential stage if he lost his mind and picked her.

Not gonna happen.