Biden VP news megathread (pg 286 - been selected, announcement could be today)

[tmthforu94]

I know he said he wanted to run with Warren back in the 2016 cycle, but I just don't think Biden will pick a VP who will greatly outshine him - I could see her requiring certain concessions from Biden in order to accept the nomination and being a thorn in his side throughout the administration. Plus, I don't think she adds much more to the ticket than others do and the DNA scandal will continue to hurt her credibility.

Klobuchar still makes the most sense to me, followed by Cortez Mastro or Harris. I still like Val Demings as a darkhorse pick, but I highly doubt it happens.

[tmthforu94]

Please someone explain to me why Bottoms is not being talked about more

She's not experienced enough

Neither is Abrams but she’s high on the list. Bottoms might be moreso than her.

[tmthforu94]

Please someone explain to me why Bottoms is not being talked about more

She's not experienced enough

Neither is Abrams but she’s high on the list. Bottoms might be moreso than her.

The only one who thinks Abrams is high on Biden's list is Abrams herself.

She is consistently listed by new organizations on VP shortlists. In terms of within the Biden campaign, though, I hope you're right.

[tmthforu94]

Good. If Biden is elected, the 2022 midterms will be bad for Democrats. We'd have a better chance of holding her seat if we have the incumbent running.

I mean, not super much? The map is very good for Democrats https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2022_United_States_Senate_elections

New Mexico is safe anyway.

New Mexico? She's from Nevada lol.

Oh wait nevermind I was confusing her with someone else.

But NV is also safe.

A Clinton +2 state is not safe. It's not a sure defeat by any means, but opening that seat up is a risk for Democrats and it is winnable for Republicans.

I tend to agree, it only makes sense if the Biden camp determines she provides a clear advantage in the 2020 race that others can't provide. Rosen only beat Heller by 5 in a favorable Democratic environment that was a Trump referendum. With Trump out of the picture in 2022 in this scenario, it is very reasonable that Republicans could win it back.

[tmthforu94]

Of course not, but it's going to be one of many issues next January. In the long run, economic stimulus and healthcare will matter more.

I get what you're saying - hopefully by next month we'll get a better picture of where the national environment is. Biden certainly shouldn't rush this based on emotions and pick someone in the next few weeks as an attempt to satisfy protests.

[tmthforu94]

As others have stated, this seems bit like they're propping up people who would be less popular than Harris, so that when Harris is picked, it is an easier pill for her detractors to swallow.