June 14, 2008
Posted: 01:00 PM ET
Former Virginia Gov. Mark Warner, an Obama supporter.
Former Virginia Gov. Mark Warner, an Obama supporter.

HAMPTON, Virginia (AP) — Former Virginia Governor Mark Warner has taken himself out of the mix as a possible running mate for Barack Obama.

He has accepted the Virginia Democratic party's nomination for U.S. Senate.

Warner made his announcement at the state Democratic Convention in Hampton today after accepting the nomination. Warner said he had "not sought" and would "not accept any other opportunity."

He had been among three Virginians frequently mentioned as potential running mates for Obama. The others are Senator Jim Webb and Warner's successor, Governor Tim Kaine.

Warner will be running against another former governor. Jim Gilmore is the Republican nominee. Warner and Gilmore hope to succeed Republican Senator John Warner.

Filed under: AP • Barack Obama • Mark Warner


kibet Rauji   June 15th, 2008 12:57 am ET

when i got employed last year the gas was 2 dollars and today its 4 dollars but my pay is still the same,wow,this is painful and some people are still thinking of voting mcain.

kibet Rauji   June 15th, 2008 12:43 am ET

well,the gov saw the probability of him being the senator is higher than getting the vp post,with obama fever the senate seat is secured for him.

xddy4u   June 14th, 2008 6:06 pm ET

This is not that these indivuals wouldn't mind being Obama's running mate, but they do mind being drug through the mud. Having everything you ever done in life smeared over the news. Such and such killed his first bird with a Daisy BB Gun when he was nine. Then the animal rights group will come out banishing you as being cruel to animals. On and On the senseless smears will go. Only a strong soul will be his mate. Obama '08

Michael   June 14th, 2008 6:03 pm ET

No real lost here, don't think he would made a good choice for VP anyway brings no real ideas or readiness to be President if ever the need ever became an issue.

A Latte Lover, Seattle, WA   June 14th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

People read the story. He is not jumping ship, he has decided to run for senate. I happen to like Jim Webb, Nunn, or Hagel. Many other good ones too!!

Majority   June 14th, 2008 6:01 pm ET

Good. It would be great if we could get more demos in the Senate and Congress under a democratic President. Maybe, then just maybe something can get done in Washington.

Charlotte   June 14th, 2008 6:00 pm ET

The list is getting shorter. I just hope Hillary, will not, I repeat will not be his VP. This high school graduate, watched the DNC throw this election to Obummer. Howard Dean and Nancy Pelosi tried to force Hillary out of the primaries before the votes were all in. Kennedy, Kerry and Richardson went against the will of their constitutents and backed Obummer. The DNC put pressure on other delegates to attempt to end the race and support Obummer with an 1/8 of a mile left in the race. The Kennedys and Kerrys can belly up to the bar for the DNC, they have loads of money, let them pay for their mistakes. I will write Hillary on my ballot in November, and I urge all of her supporters to do the same.

Loving OBama   June 14th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

Is Warner afraid he can't do the job? Is he not qualified and is afraid he will fail at the second in command post? Just asking. Not everyone is qualified for a job like vice president - just look at Cheney.

rachel   June 14th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

hmmmm

on another note why didnt they post my other comment in the fundraiser ticker. All the obama supporters are jumping on this but let us not forget mccain didnt say this, just like they claim obama dosent supporter rev wright and flanagin, views or because he was friends with a terriost how quickly we forget.

Victor in Saanich, B.C. Canada   June 14th, 2008 5:54 pm ET

Gee, isn't it amazing how many 'good ole white boys' of the DEMS are finding reasons to duck the VP role!!
Not that it has anything to do with RACISM in the Democratic 'household'!!
I think it would speak well of those who would come out RIGHT NOW to say they would be willing to accept the honour!!

Belle   June 14th, 2008 5:53 pm ET

Mark Warner is great; he was a great governor and will be a great senator.

Loretta from California   June 14th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Well, his reason for doing so is acceptable to me. I don't have a problem with his decision.

Herman In LA   June 14th, 2008 5:51 pm ET

Not a bad move because Barack will need him in the senate to get his bills through the house.

So this isn't all that bad of a move…

martin   June 14th, 2008 5:48 pm ET

good,we have better choices.wesley clark?

Obama / Gore '08   June 14th, 2008 5:45 pm ET

If Obama picked Hillary for a running mate, I would be fine with that. However, I wonder if Americans would be ready for 2 minority candidates?

Rich   June 14th, 2008 5:43 pm ET

Okay, where are all of the bitter angry Hillary supporters who come out and attack Obama whenever there is news about Obama.

Vig   June 14th, 2008 5:41 pm ET

And another one has a better offer than tagging along on the Obama bandwagon. Wouldn't it be poetic justice if Hillary was the only one left on "the list"?

Catholic for Hillary   June 14th, 2008 5:37 pm ET

I don't blame him. I wouldn't want to be on a losing ticket either. I just hope Hillary doesn't get desperate and decide to take Obama's offer if and when it comes. It would be a big mistake for her since she can will it all in 2012.

Still for Hill in 12′

T Williams   June 14th, 2008 5:36 pm ET

Vetting is a tough process.

And the repugnicans will drag you AND your spouse through their cesspool where they dwell, sleep and eat and spawn their offspring.

Josh   June 14th, 2008 5:34 pm ET

As a Clinton Democrat, I like Mark Warner a lot. But I also like John McCain too.

PUMA

Vig   June 14th, 2008 5:33 pm ET

And another one bites the dust. Gee, maybe Obama will only have Hillary to pick from - wouldn't that be poetic justice.

John G   June 14th, 2008 5:32 pm ET

This is what the second person in a matter of days to bale out on the Obama veep position?

It's like rats jumping off of a sinking ship before it leaves port.

CNN should post this-we don't all want to kiss Obama's backside.

Franky   June 14th, 2008 5:32 pm ET

Just as long is not Al Gore. I mean, how in the world that came up?? Thank god, LOL!!

Never Obama   June 14th, 2008 5:30 pm ET

Interesting how people are distancing themselves away from Obama's VP selection…..

I think this says much! You would think that since he is so much about "change" that everyone would be bombarding him for the job.

We all know it will be Hillary! Obama CAN'T win without her. That's a fact and anyone who thinks otherwise is simply stupid.

seah   June 14th, 2008 5:28 pm ET

Wise man

GirlTexas   June 14th, 2008 5:27 pm ET

good!

Mitch   June 14th, 2008 5:25 pm ET

Smart man

Sue in MI   June 14th, 2008 5:21 pm ET

And another one bites the dust…it's looking better and better for Hillary and Al!

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