I agree. The VP is a largely ceremonial post, attending state funerals, etc. Condi Rice has universal, albeit low-key, respect. Let’s face it, Trump has to some way get the GOP Establishment on board, even if it’s just lukewarm support. I think she’d make the perfect choice.
Does the assassination attempt on Reagan on the 69th day of his Presidency ring a bell? How about JFK/LBJ?