Biden confidants see VP choices narrowing to Harris and Rice

[brooklynite]

Axios

Confidants of Joe Biden believe his choices for vice president have narrowed to Sen. Kamala Harris and Susan Rice — and would be surprised if he picks anyone else.

The state of play: This is a snapshot of the nearly unanimous read that we get from more than a dozen people close to him.

Of course, it comes with a giant asterisk: Only Biden knows for sure, and the more insiders know, the less they say to reporters.

He's not expected to announce his choice for another week or so — the Democratic convention begins Aug. 17 — so that reality could certainly change.

[BComplex]

1. Oh gawd. please not harris!!

Please pick Rice! If you aren't going to do the smart thing and pick Elizabeth Warren, which ALL THE POLLS SAY IS THE BEST PICK, then pick Susan Rice.

[lark]

6. I feel exactly the opposite.

Anyone but Rice! All she will do is drag Benghazi into this. I don't see her bringing anything positive to the campaign, she's never run in an election or won an election and has an abrasive communications style. Harris is much more polished, has a great sense of humor, and is an excellent communicator who has won numerous races. My fave is still Val Demings, but if it's one of these 2 - please please, let it be Sen. Harris.

[comradebillyboy]

2. Either would be great but Harris has won high

elective office which gives her a bit of an edge in my opinion.

[mitch96]

3. i like them both and I think Rice carries too much baggage

She could do a lot of good in other parts of administration with her skill set. thats just me.
YMMV
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[roscoeroscoe]

4. Not Rice please

Her son is a Trumper, which would be a huge distraction. And, etc. And, never held office.

Just don't see it, talents much more useful elsewhere.

Two cents, it would best be Harris or Duckworth. Either would be awesome. Love to see Harris debate Pence.

[2naSalit]

5. I think he'll choose Susan Rice...

And I think she's the best pick for the future.

[Chainfire]

7. I would rather have Rice as president than Harris.

That is the way the choice should be considered.