LMT: Little Goes Into VP Pick

Isn’t it staggering to think how close Sarah Palin came to becoming the 45th president of the United States? Part of the answer involves how much effort we devote to nominating the top of the presidential ticket - and how little goes into picking the second spot. Palin’s character was on display Friday when she abruptly resigned in the middle of her only term as Alaska governor. When an elected official quits early, she’s breaking a contract with voters. This means more disruption for her state, which now will have its third governor in three years. Her reasons must be legitimate. Health is one. A genuine crisis in the family is another. So is a political scandal that thoroughly saps the politician’s ability to remain in the job. Palin’s premise - her desire to avoid lame-duck status - is not/Marty Trillhaase, Lewiston Tribune. More here .

Question: Given Joe Biden’s ability to put his foot in his mouth, do you think he’s prepared to assume the presidency in an emergency?