[JediJones]

I would be against any candidate who’s never had to run for reelection. I think as Palin showed, we cannot put up a V.P. candidate without the media questioning whether they are ready to be President on day one. A young, less politically experienced individual does not work for me. I’m leaning towards Santorum myself.

[wolfman23601]

I honestly think Rand Paul will be the perfect running mate. The election is likely to be decided by Paul’s 10-15%

[EDINVA]

Since we’re getting ahead of ourselves on Newt’s VP selection possibilities, I imagine he’d look to a governor, as the person with executive experience.

I think Perry’d rather stay in TX. IMO the current governor with the best background would be Kasich. He was chairman of the Budget Committee, had a tv show, so he’s clearly articulate, and just happens to be governor of an EV-rich swing state. What’s not to like?

[matthew fuller]

"I would be against any candidate who’s never had to run for reelection"

Are we talking about the same Marco Rubio?

Early political career

[edit] Before 2000

While studying law, he interned for U.S. Representative Ileana Ros-Lehtinen.[11] Marco Rubio served as a City Commissioner for West Miami before being elected to the Florida legislature.

[edit] Florida legislature (2000–2009)

He was elected to the Florida House of Representatives for the 111th district in a special election on January 25, 2000. He has won each of his re-election bids.[12] In November 2006, he was elected Speaker of the Florida State House for the 2006–08 term.

[matthew fuller]

". A young, less politically experienced individual does not work for me. I’m leaning towards Santorum myself. "

Well, I guess Santorum IS more experienced- In losing re-elections.