Why Gen. Wesley K. Clark is bar none the best candidate for Obama's VP slot.

[Unsane]

Foreign policy creds

Military background

White House experience (worked closely with Bill)

Great resume

Good in front of a camera

LOOKS presidential

Has political experience because he ran in '04

Has articulable domestic policy opinions

Has debate experience

Has a nice, short last name ("Obama-Clark" has a good ring)

Adding him to the ticket wouldn't lose a seat in Congress or a governorship

Is extremely competent without being overbearing; wouldn't overshadow the nominee

What say YOU?

[andym]

1. He would be good for both candidates as VP

He would be good for both candidates as VP. In the election he would be good insurance against the damage a terrorist attack would have.
Afterwards, his experience in international relations would be priceless.

[DJ13]

2. I would agree (voted for him in our primary in 04)

But he's so personally tied to the Clintons, and Hillary's run for President, that I dont believe he would accept the VP slot with Obama.

[andym]

4. I believe Wes Clark would serve with either candidate

I believe Wes Clark would serve with either candidate. He would value service to his country and party above all else.

[Unsane]

5. Is he really THAT tied?

I mean, I think someone can support a candidate, or even campaign for them, without having their life and future dictated by that candidate. Wes Clark is his own man.

[predfan]

3. good choice.........negates the military experience, or lack thereof, factor

[dhill926]

6. yep...agreed. n/t

[jmg257]

7. He hit me a s GREAT choice too...A couple others here at work agree. nt

[Unsane]

15. Interesting..thanks

[George_Bonanza]

8. Who cares if he's a Clinton supporter?

If opponents in a primary can team up on a ticket (i.e. Kerry/Edwards), then why can't surrogates?

[Unsane]

13. Agreed

[rox63]

9. Clark would be a good choice, as would Bill Richardson n/t

[davidwparker]

10. Barbara Boxer is the best for the VP slot. Woman and progressive. I

don't think she voted for the war either.

[Dinger]

11. With mccain As repuke Nominee, This Is A No-Brainer (nt)

[truebrit71]

14. Absolutely correct. In fact i think it is VITAL that he be chosen to combat the McLame factor...

...because we all know how the rethugs like their military daddies to keep safe from the monsters at night....:eyes:

[GarbagemanLB]

12. He should be one of the top choices for either candidate as a VP.

[mwb970]

16. You are totally right!

Clark is a solid, proven leader who deserves a place in a post-bush, cleanup-mode government.

[donheld]

17. He'd be an assett to either candidate.

[Larry in KC]

18. His integrity is intact, as always.

He's made a forceful case for Hillary, but kept it above board. Don't forget that after he lost the nomination to Kerry, and immediately upon withdrawing right through election day, he worked harder than any high-profile figure to help Kerry.

Obama should have no qualms about asking him, and if it's the right choice for service, he should have no qualms about accepting the offer. He would be an absolute asset to the campaign, especially, as others have pointed out, given the McCain opposition. Wes Clark would be an invaluable vice-president... don't get me started on listing his positive attributes.

I would have liked Clark-Obama '08 very much indeed, but I'd be very happy with Obama-Clark '08

[Adelante]

19. Clark will be on the short list, I have no doubt

These are two grownups who will do what is best for the country.

[DefenseLawyer]

20. He's a smart guy, but not a great campaigner

I've always had a bit a of creepiness factor with him. but that's just me; not a reflection on him, who obviously I have never met.

[hayu_lol]

21. Wes would be great as VP for Hillary.

He has not been an Obama fan to date.