Ed,
Let me say from the outset, that you are one of the finest correspondences in any new outlet and a joy to listen too. You are a refreshing shot in the arm in comparison to most “reporters” in the news industry.
Now to McCain, either Ridge or Liberman are a total waste of time as they both useless when it comes to the economy. Those two would be nothing short of dead weights around McCain’s neck if he wants to win. McCain needs a solid VP who can improve our slumping economy and that person is obviously Mitt Romney. Romney also brings the “Religious Right” on board and improves McCain’s chance dramtically. The other two are equivalent to the Captain of the Titanic.

I don’t see what Tom Ridge would add to the ticket and to pick him just to jig things up probably isn’t worth the risk. Lieberman though might be a good pick and I say that because of his interest and support on environmental issues. When you get right down to it though Romney may have more to offer the country and McCain than the other two - his economic talents are sorely needed right now. I frankly hope McCain goes with Romney - like they’ve said in the past - its all about the economy!

Annie Kate
Birmingham AL

I think that McCain should go with what he feels is the best choice for him. He shouldn’t bow to the masses. You can’t please everyone all of the time. Look at Obama…he is trying that and he has dropped considerably in the polls. You have to take a stand at some point in your life to do what you believe is right no matter what others say. In the end the conservatives will vote for McCain because Obama is too far away from what they believe on the issues. Besides that the VP doesn’t make any decisions unless the president dies and they take office.

Cindy…Ga.

I thought McCain Revealed was great! Why would it matter if McCain picked Lieberman or Ridge.They wouldn’t make policy,just support McCain.Would it really be so bad? Maybe it would be nice to have a moderate someone to give a different perspective.I think Rush is just being Rush.I think McCain wouldn’t be a maverick if he didn’t reach out and pick someone to keep some balance.Someone different.Especially since Bush redefined what the VP does by picking Cheney. I think McCain should go with his gut.He should pick someone he feels comfortable with because four years is a long time with the wrong person and I can’t see McCain very patient when he is unhappy.

McCain needs to show the GOP that there are paybacks for what they did to him in 2000. McCain could “give” the White House to Obama. Wouldn’t it be the ultimate payback for McCain to do something incredibly stupid “on purpose” just before the election so Obama wins? Lol…………We all know the nation needs an Obama right now…….not another Republican. McCain………..put aside the ego. Get the nomination in Sept. Then………..show the GOP you are a maverick…………show us the man from 20 yrs ago, that did what was best for the country. THAT would be the game changer…….Lol……..wow would that be funny……….

Maverick or conservative? I’ll simply take truthful from any politician.
Wouldn’t that be refreshing?

It doesn’t matter to me who he picks. I am voting for him, for the simple fact, that The Republicans, didn’t make any back-room deals,so he could be their nominee.

I am hoping that McCain keeps his maverick streak. The reason is that perhaps this could be the year that moderate republicans and independents take the party away from the right wing. The right wing has almost made this election unwinnable. Alas, the maverick has made this a horse race. For my money the far right and the far left are extremists and need to step aside while the center runs the country. McCain looks better every day.

Interesting remark, “some of his allies would like to see him roll the dice with a running mate who may remake the future of the party.”

My interpretation of that is, his (friends) are so sure McCain can’t remake the future of the party that the future of the Nation depends solely on his choice for VP being a good one or a bad one! This remark tells me that McCain supporters and friends are convinced he hasn’t got what it takes to run the Nation and therefore his VP selection is crucial!

This is more than shocking it is outright scandalous that a party would elect a nominee in which they have zero Faith in to run their Nation! And one they feel can’t handle the position! Add that to not knowing how many houses he owns for 13 million dollars and the need for Fund Raisers to finance his Campaign! What kind of a leader doth that make? Bring on the Gravol.

ONWARD OBAMA the Nation’s Salvation depends solely on you!

Henry you have some good points.

I think the VP pick should be Pro-life. I like Lieberman and Ridge but they are Pro-choice. We all know that McCain will probaly not run for another term if he becomes President. So that means the VP choice needs to be ready to lead the Rep. Party for the next elections. I think he shoud consider a female. However, I am not sure who would be the strongest pick. The Conservative voters will never back a Pro-Choice candidate.

John MCain wants to maverick probloby but ot appease the conservatives in the senate he must choose a safer bet like Romney or Pawlenty. It will be intersting to see who he chooses and will stay close to being a true blue republican? or lean towards a more independant side of the coin.

Michelle