The primary consideration for Biden's VP pick is if she can win the presidency in 2024

[Poiuyt]

I'm going under the assumption that Biden will not run in 2024. If he is still healthy then and has had a successful presidency, then there's no reason he shouldn't run for two terms. But let's face it, he is getting older and we need to plan for his succession. Whoever he choses as his VP will have the inside track to be president in 2024. There are many great candidates from which he can chose, but I hope he's looking ahead to who'd be able to win the presidency as well.

[FBaggins]

1. She must be seen as ready/deserving to take over at any time

Not just in case something happens to him during the campaign... but because if she passes that test, she also passes the 2024 test.

Basically... someone who could win the 2020 general but not the primary.

[CurtEastPoint]

2. And I can think of one...

Kamala

[fierywoman]

4. Yes. Her. This.

[maximusveritas]

9. Many others could. Susan Rice is obviously qualified to take over at any time

while not being as skilled politically.
Elizabeth Warren also.
Val Demings doesn't have the same experience in Washington, but has other valuable experience as a police chief also convey a strong sense of competence.

[elleng]

12. Interesting, isn't it, comparing/weighing Rice's skills and experience

with that of the others!

[elleng]

3. Primary consideration or not,

I'm sure he's looking ahead, but first he's likely looking at candidate(s) who will work well with him NOW.


AND thinking of a great cabinet!

[GulfCoast66]

5. Oh, you mean Harris? Because that's the ticket I've wanted since before Joe announced.

[panader0]

6. Yep. My post from June 10:

https://www.democraticunderground.com/100213576553

[Dreampuff]

7. Kamala

She would be fine. I also like Susan Rice and my favorite is Val Deming.

[LakeArenal]

8. Every one of the possibilities is great. Even the ones I don't like.

The better the chemistry between Joe and the VP the better for all of us.

Please pick that person.

[elleng]

10. Yes!

HIS choice! Really looking forward to learning who (and then the cabinet!!!)

[Orangepeel]

11. there will be a cutthroat primary in 2024

if Biden doesn't run, regardless of who is VP.

[Fiendish Thingy]

13. No, the primary consideration is can she help the ticket win in 2020 nt