A friend of mine put it this way - the first serious test of
a candidate for president is choice of running mate. Obama at least
chose someone who is, at least, qualified to be president if not the
first choice of a majority. McCain chose someone who would might
arguably be a good choice for the campaign, but who probably even he
doesn't really think is a good choce for the country or who has the
necessary experience.
So, as a choice, it runs well to the narrative McCain wants
to project - 'maverick', credible with conservatices, and something
other than a boring out of touch crazy old man. But unfortunately, it
also plays well to the narrative people who hate McCain are hearing -
will do anything to get elected, including selling out the national
interest to suck up to conservatives.
And the current media narrative seems to be that of *course*
Biden can wipe the floor with her in a debate, but of course he won't
be able to because it will seem rude to pick on her because she is a
younger woman. Errr.. yeah. If the best they can come up with is that
it will seem like bullying to demonstrate how outclassed she is....
Cheers
David
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