“However, if Thompson doesn’t because the vice presidential candidate, he probably won’t have much problem finding acting work. Besides, a replacement for Paul Harvey will be needed in the future.”
Why would someone pick him as a veep when he can’t win a single state?
Well, I guess VP is unlikely for Thompson. Thompson himself stated he’s wasn’t interested a few months before declaring himself as a candidate. It’s only a remote possibility if McCain wins the nomination, if precedent holds up.
I don’t know if the VP candidate will be a current candidate in the race. Though I don’t think the winner of the nomination will pick a former rival in the race (unless we’re desperate). I personally think if McCain wins, he would pick Lindsey Graham to be his running mate.