CNN

Oh boy. Two people who have never led anything.

Joe Biden is a great man but I think we need a governor. Did all of my fellow Obamacans see the latest GA polls? 44%–McCain, 43%–Obama, and 6%–Barr? With Barr being a spoiler we have got a real shot in GA.

Let's stop wasting all of our time arguing with a small percentage of insane Hillary supporters. Most of her people are pragmatists like she is and they put their feelings aside and do what is best for the country. We need to concentrate on voter's registration and get new voters!! Go to barackobama.com and get involved. We can

I remember Senator Biden said he was not interested in VP soon after he withdrew from the primary. He said he could contribute more by staying in the Senate.

Biden is now willing to serve the nation with Obama. You have to give the man the respect he deserves.

Strickland doesn't have to worry. He won't ever be elected for anywhere near the White House. I don't know if his rejection to serve with Obama is due to his endorsement of Hillary, but to say he will refuse even if elected is troubling.

Thanks, Senator Biden for your will to serve!

Please say it ain't so. Obama needs an outside-of-the-box thinker, and Joe's strictly a party man. He brings nothing to the Obama ticket.

To have Joe Biden as VP would be great. He is a man with a lot of knowledge. GO JOE BIDEN!

I love non-hypocrite people.
My three choices for VP are:
Hagel
Biden
Sebelius
I can guarantee you the choice is among these three.

That's what I'm talking about!!!

This is the man that should be our next President. He's honest, non-pandering and speaks plainly on issues- mostly to his own demise.
I hope he is not tapped as VP so he can continue to do the great ob he does in the senate.

Gotta love Obama.

He played the race card so successfully (while claiming they never played the race card) against Hillary Clinton to eliminate her from the race... that he is now using the exact playbook and strategy in the GE against McCain.

Obama's premise is that since he is black and running for president he is entitled to BE president.

Any candidate who dares to campaign against him- be it HRC from his own party or McCain from the Republican side- IS RACIST just for daring to run against him.

And... any voter who votes against Obama is likewise a racist for not making Obama the first black president.

Gotta love the audacity and arrogance of that position.

And, once again the media won't call him on the race baiting.

A change? Do you really think Obama is a change? Are you ever misguided.
Biden would be twice the President that Obama would be.
Obama has "changed his mind" about issues more than any politician I've ever seen 'IN A SHORT AMOUNT OF TIME" than any politiican I've ever SEEN.....and I've seen alot in 45 years.
Obama is all about celebrity folks.
Jack C
Oregon

I miss why Biden would be relevant as a VP.

Nothing wrong with being open and transparent, something needed more in our government. Someone asks you a question, and you answer it. What a great concept!

I personally would like Richardson as VP, but I have faith Obama will make the best choice.

Obama '08

For the record here, I AM voting for Obama, but because I am a democrat. Hillary is still the best choice, but i will still support Obama and hope he proves me wrong, but i wont hold my breath. That being said, he is still a better choice than McCrazy.

Joe is a fighter who brings more than experience to the post but a also a pitt bull mind set .

– "If the presidential nominee thought I could help him win — am I going to say to the first African-American candidate about to make history in the world that, 'No, I will not help you out like you want me to'? Of course . . . I'll say yes."

HEY JOE– What's Obama's COLOR got to do with your accepting a VP offer? Would you NOT accept if Obama were a white candidate? We've got to get away from "race" in politics, whether it's pro-somebody's-race or anti-race.

Biden, Nunn or Clarke would all make good VP's.

sounds like the implication here is that some of our congressional leaders are saying NO because Senator Obama is an African-American candidate. I hope that this is not the case, but it wouldn't surprise me if it were.

Senator Biden has always been very strong, and always direct with his statements. I admire these qualities and I think he would make a great VP. Still hoping for Senator Clinton though.

The lead of this story clearly shows how CNN feels about Joe Biden as vice president, when they have 0 evidence of who or who isn't being considered (apparently Hillary Clinton is the only rational choice). Biden, who I supported in the primaries as far as I'm concerned was the most qualified to be president. As much as I'd love him to hold the great big title of vice president, he'd be an ideal Secretary of State. I could settle for an Obama-Biden ticket.

With Senator Biden as his running mate...my vote would go to Obama even though I was pro Hilary.

I think Biden would make an exceptional VP however, I am still hopeful that either Edwards or Gore will come forward and agree to be VP. And Rea, where have you been living, under a stump????

OBAMA AND his personal choice

Biden would be tough and is smart enough and sharp enough to make McCain and/or McCain's running mate pay dearly during any kind of debate on the issues.

For those who asked but would this be change as Biden has been a Washington political insider, quit looking for every move that Obama makes to come out of left field so it looks like total change from the past. Even if Biden were selected Obama would be in charge and that certainly is plenty of change. I can hear you people now. If Obama does not pick the seven dwarfs for his canbinet you'll say that Obama is not following through on the changes he promised. The only people who can ensure that this country changes its course as well as its politics is the people themselves. Obama is simply the vehicle. So stop with your lack of change comments. They are lame.

What's wrong with being truthful

Definitely clean and articulate. Wonder if his plan for the energy situation is raise taxes too? Heard all the poo-poo on drilling, but where is their plan?

This article is highly misleading in my opinion. I saw the show. He did say he would say yes if asked but he was very clear that he did not want to be asked and he did not expect to be asked. He said that IF he was asked, he COULD NOT say no. The point he was trying to make was that if the nominee thought he could bring something to the ticket to help the Democrats win, he had to do his part and agree to be the running mate. What a shocker that CNN would twist the story.

Obama /Biden Great Choice!!!!!!!!!
Obama /Clinton Bad choice!!!!!!
McCain/Clinton the only way the republicans could win this election

Biden has been my choice for number two for quite awhile. While he has been on Capitol Hill for awhile, he is a no nonsense kind of guy – straight shooter who gets things done. Mirrors Obama's ideology very nicely and his extensive experience in foreign relations/policy plugs the hole that the Reps are trying to hit Barack on.

Why not say yes, Biden is frank and honest he is not like all the others that want the job by keep denying the fact that they want it.

NO NEED FOR AMANDA: Amanda Hillary supporter now for mccain STATED THAT SHE NOW SUPPORTS MCCAIN. HOW SPITEFULL. GUESS THE WAR WILL GO ON FOR ANOTHER 4 TO 8 YEARS. FOLKS LIKE HER FORGET THAT OBAMA WAS BEATING THE DAYLIGHTS OUT OF HILLARY WHEN THE DNC STEPPED IN AND PUT HER OUT OF HER Misery

After watching Joe on Meet the Press yesterday, any fears I had are gone. I would definitely vote that ticket.

Obama/Biden, 08

He's a windbag in a coat and tie. He spew's out a lot of words, but never really says anything...like most politicians.

McCain you don't stand a chance.

Obama could do better, Biden is good, but he's still a little infatuated by Barack's race. We don't need that.

Will race based -ads still play a role?

Sure, Obama's running one right now in rural WHITE American areas. The spot makes sure that you see him with his white mother and grandparents.

I wonder if he'll run that one in South carolina and other regions where he wants to pander to the African American vote?

Yes we can...............

McCain can't handle the true!!!!!
Just because you serve in the military does not make you fit for president either. I know alot of good people in the military who really don't have a clue about anything else but military and war. It sounds familiar DON"T IT? GEORGE W. BUSH knows nothing but war, and he skip out serving our country. SO if you McCain supporters want him then I suggest we send you to war as well. GET OUTTA HUR!!!!!

Obama '08-– All day, every day as President!

Wow more t\like BUSH dayly. Ill get someone who knows more then me for a VP (Just like Chaney) Ill also surround myself with corn producers and farm unions that sponsor ethonal as the new energy (bush has the big oil) E85 is not a good idea more wist in the long run and little bang for the buck so it sounds good until you look at it. but when your conected to a group you never look at other sorces andget stuck. gas maybe over $4 today bread will be tommorrow. (wheat is also a E85 source)

YES, would much rather have Biden over the unqualified junior senator HRC as VP. Would be an amazing ticket!

Joe Biden was most knowleagable of the real issues in all the debate he paticipated in. I like Obama/Biden more than Obama/Richardson and Obama/Sebelius

I like Sen. Biden and wouldn't mind seeing him on the ticket, but I think Sen. Obama would be better served in the GE by someone who is a southerner or by someone who has an extensive military background.

Biden's comments showed his strength and weakness in one sentence – speaks his mind (without a brand name for it like "Straight Talk Express"), but his mind isn't always the smartest (implying that being part of the historical ticket is more of the appeal than, say, being VP of the USA). I like the guy, but he's just loose enough to be a liability.k

I don't understand why former Sec'y of State Albright isn't mentioned more as a VP candidate. What is she doing now? Did better at the middle east peace efforts than most, would appeal to the Hillary loyalists who wanted to vote gender (but without actually pandering to that sentiment), generally respected I think throughout the party.

Obama / Albright '08

I watched the piece you are referring and you are taking it absolutely out of context. You are misleading the public with this story and this type of distortion is why the media cannot be trusted.

I am by not means a Biden fan, but you should print his entire statement which was, and I'm paraphrasing, 'I have said and maintain that I am not interested in the Vice President position but would take it if asked and I thought it would help Obama win.'

Totally different from what your are reporting.
You should be ashamed of yourselves and should not wonder why the is such distrust and disdain for some American news media.

Didn't Richardson say the same thing? Is it really uncommon for someone to say that they would be Vice-President if asked?

His words have gotten him in a lot of trouble before, but he is a true straight talker, But not a lot of people have the credentials as Biden, or the experience and network of foreign relations advisors as this Man Right here.

Joe Biden is a fantastic man and Senator. I would be thrilled if Obama invited him to be his VP.

Alright a up front honest man; pick him Obama

I heart Joe Biden. Obama/Biden '08!!! (Obama/Dem '08!)

Biden seemed very intelligent, honest, and aggressive on Sunday.

It would be great if he was VP. I'm sure whomever Obama picks will be great.

he would be an excellent choice...

i have a man crush on this guy,he is the real straight talk express.not that funny looking john macain.biden i think you will get the job.

Biden has the credentials on foreign policy that neither McCain nor Obama have. In other words, Biden seems to have an understanding of asymetric warfare and he understands the trade-offs that were made to get us into this mess and what kinds of move we need to initiate to get us out. he also understands the zero sum game we have gotten ourselves into with China.
Now is he Hillary Clinton – a bonfied genius – no but, he's sharp, experienced, and can explain his positions with clarity and sound logic – unlike McCain – who basically says stay the course and trust me. Sorry John the American people did that for 8 years and the South as well as the rest of the country has gotten sick of eating mud.

God Willing I hope NOT, and I HOPE WITH MORE of GODS WILL that Obama NEVER, EVER, EVER Becomes President.

Do you want socialism, do you want to work for Obama and his 'programs of change' ... because that is what you will be doing.

Just SAY "No" to Both. God Willing.

I guess all the Obamabots are too young to remember that Biden once had to quit a presidential race because of his own scandal. I hope Biden or Webb either one gets the VP slot, they both have enough skeletons in their closet for the 527s to pick apart.

Amazing-I thought he'd go for someone like himself-inexperienced, green and a political "outsider"-some Change! I guess "experience" does matter after all...

Obama-Biden....YES THEY CAN!!!

Obama-Clinton(s)....NO, THEY WON'T!

"first African-American candidate"??

And where was Joe when Jessie and Al were running....

No self respecting true DEMOCRAT would take the VP slot if offered from Obama. OH I forgot these are not self respecting TRUE DEMOCRATS.
Go sign your name on election day but dont vote, lets show the DEM heads that they can not shove someone down our throats.

Both Presidential candidates are Senators. I don't think it'd be a wise decision to choose another Senator for Veep, not if the idea is to round the ticket out at any rate.

I failed to post the following comment to the right thread
FOR THOSE who said it's Obama who is playing the race card first when he said to his supporters in FLorida "....... Did I mention he's black?", let me refresh your memory by referring to the comment made by a Trash Republican in Texas, here's what he said "If Obame is elected, should he change the white house name ?" WHAT'S THAT ???
Oh no, it's not coming from the McCain Campaign, Yeah but still Obama didn't mention McCain in his comment in Florida, he mentioned Republicans as a whole
Think also about the comment made on Fox News about his wife Michelle

He seems clean and articulate enough for the job.

That would be an incredible ticket.
Joe Biden has long stood for many of the things the people are now realizing they need and want. One of those things is frank and honest talk, and his answer is just one more example of his no BS style.

Recipe for sure disaster. I don't think even Hillary can make a difference now. Remember, the road not taken was the correct road to WH.

SENATOR BIDEN PLEASE STAY IN THE SENATE. YOU HAVE DONE GREAT FOR DELAWARE.

This would be great!! Obama / Biden 08!!!!

For some reason the Obama/Biden ticket eerily reminds me of Kennedy/Johnson.

Obama will not pick Clinton. There are better candidates out there, and polls (for what they're worth) already indicate he can win in the states she claims he needs to win the White House. So what does she bring, other than baggage and someone to keep an eye on?

Great choice ! Of course, anybody but hillary would be a good choice .

Good choice but not very likely

Someone With Some Brains 2008!!

am I going to say to the first African-American candidate about to make history in the world that, 'No, I will not help you out like you want me to'? Of course . . . I'll say yes."

What a loudmouthed dingbat! In other words, if a European-American Presidential candidate asked him, he'd say, "No"?

-Arnold

Saw the interview and as always, Senator Joe was pitch-perfect. I'd rather see him as Secretary of State, but know he will serve as VP if called upon. Thanks, Senator Biden!

Thank you for your willingness to serve your country. Poeple are eagerly awaiting this history-making ticket. I am excited and happy to be alive at this time. God is blessing this nation!

Republican 'Swift Boat' tell us what kind the sick people they are !

Joe Biden was my first choice for president before Obama entered the race. Biden was also my first choice in 1988.

Biden would shore up the perceived inexperience of Obama on terrorism and national security.

Biden also appeals to the blue collar voter and would help draw older voters and women.

Biden is not considered a wild eyed left-winger and has aleays worked well with the other side of the aisle.

If Biden isn't chosen for VP he should definitely be considered for Secretary of State or Defense.

Way to you Biden! I have always liked you. Now, I like you even more

America deserves a hero, not a zero!

McCain 2008!!

YES YES YES...Obama can stay the nice guy. We whole know that biden is good for the country... He makes less than most of the senate. No calling him an elitist. More international experience than being shot down over Vietnam...

Biden doesnt have the Charisma to be pres... but i cant think of anyone better for vice

VICE PRESIDENT CLINTON

No matter who Obama puts on the ticket, he will never win the election.
Too radical and too risky.
I want our country safe and secure.
Go McCain!

Biden is old politics and just plain too old to fit into Obama's 'Bob the Builder' theme....

Can we change it!?
Yes we can!!

Whoever Obama gets, one can only hope he/she has more experience than junior. Of course that won't be hard, since junior declared he was running for President less than one year into his term in the Senate. Enlightened Voter, there you go again. Obama hasn't got ANY foreign policy experience. Where do you keep getting these delusions? Try actually looking at junior's record, or lack thereof.

Between Evan Bayh and Joe Biden, there are at least two very credible VP options for Obama who would balance the ticket. Biden is very strong on foreign affairs and our military situation.

Obama/Edwards, Obama/Webb, Obama/Biden, Obama/McCaskill, if it's not McCain, I'll vote for it!

Joe Biden is ready on day one.He knows Foreign Policy and he knows how to slam the neocons in Congress.When Obama picks him ,you will see the rats in Congress head for the hills or retire early.We arent just going to win we are going to beat the snot of them.

if politicians could only be as honest

Hillary or Harold Ford, Jr.

Every decision that Obama has made has been very logical, so whomever he picks will be the perfect pick.

Obama '08

think Sen. Biden would make a great VP. Whomever, Obama chooses, it must be someone who will help him fend off folks like David Freddoso who will begin starting his attack against Obama as he did with Kerry. Freddoso, a nut head conservative who makes his real meat and potatoes off of scare tactics to the public

McCrazy. McSame doesn't have a clue about what day it is or what war we're fighting or even who we're fighting. He like his buddy doesn't have a clue about gas prices, lost jobs, lost homes or anything else happening in the real world.

I think Sen. Biden would make a great VP. Whomever, Obama chooses, it must be someone who will help him fend off folks like David Freddoso who will begin starting his attack against Obama as he did with Kerry. Freddoso, a nut head conservative who makes his real meat and potatoes off of scare tactics to the public.

I love Biden!

Don't know about his skeletons, but seems like a great choice in terms of style, experience, character...

Hillary. No other choice.

Anyone but Hillary for VP.
OBAMA (2008 -16)

I think he would be a great VP ,then the country can't use the excuse well Obama was not experienced on Foreign Policy and we were at war, Joe Biden's FP experience makes McCain look like the amateur he is. What a true Democrat who is willing to help the party .

Obama/Biden 08!!!!

YES WE CAN DEMOCRATS !!!

Joe Biden would make a great choice for V.P. , he seems quite intelligent and has great foreign policy experience.

However, I think he was telling the truth when he said he's not interested. Biden is just more truthful than the average politician so he's gonna tell the truth; if Obama asked he would have to serve.

Clinton-Barr '08. Change is bad.

That is a refreshing change. I'm sure Obama will make a good choice.

He'd volunteer for anything to stay in the light!!

I happen to like Joe Biden, he'd be a VP with a lot of gravitas. I'd vote for Obama faster with Biden on the ticket.

McCrazy, you and the rest of the hilaryites are taking this too far. Hilary lost, and even with limbaugh's operation chaos tatics( so called 18 million votes), she couldn't beat obama. do what's good for the country and our party and throw your support behind obama or just sit quietly on the sidelines.

Better go for Hillary if you want the White house.

Since Obama has no track record and practically no experience for the job, it seems he'll even need a map to find the Oval Office.

For that, and other reasons ~~ like getting VOTES ~~ he NEEDS HILLARY as VP.

It doesn't matter who Obama and McCain choose, these blogs will fill up with the usual complainers.

He does give Obama some experience to cover his lack of experience. But I wonder if he will be able to control Obama's Liberalism as he is the most Liberal Voting Member of the Senate. I doubt anyone will control Obama's ideology! Obama is Chicago Politics through and through! We will go back to the 60's failed socialism and Jimmy Carter Economics and Energy Policy!

McCain 08

McCrazy....thats just crazy talk. Your girl Hillary would be no count as president. My man McCain is the one. You might as well get on the McCain train. Its picking up steam.

Joe Biden? No way! Doesn't anyone remember he's a plagerizing liar? Besides being a slick willy. And I'm a democrat do or die. If Biden is on the ticket, I'm an independent.

I hope sen. obama will seriously consider sen. biden. this will be the best no-nonsense man for the job. we will not have another sneeky chaney, that's for sure.

TRAITOR. THAT IS WHY HE ENDORSED BARACK OBAMA. HE WANTS THIS IN RESPONSE TO HIS ENDORSEMENT. JUST LIKE POLITICANS.

Both deeply beholden to Big Agribusiness, the most heavily subsidized industry in America today, by both taxpayer money and cheap illegal immigrat labor. Of course, they will want to promote growing corn for fuel instead of food rather than drilling/refining more oil because it is wildly profitable to agribusiness. The price of food AND oil will keep going up, up, up....

this would be an INCREDIBLE VP. He's honest, he's frank,he doesn't mix his words, he's got incredible foreign policy experience, and he and Barack seem to get along nicely.

Would love for Joe to be VP. Is it bad that he's honest about saying "yes" not one bit, cause he's being HONEST!

The 2 most liberal, out of touch candidates in the Democratic Primary on the same ticket? God help all of us who fought to have the voice of the moderate branch of the Dem party heard for a change.

Great team!

Joe Biden's probably the perfect choice.

I like Joe, he's the man... McCrazy, I have news for you... there is no comparison between Obama and the fool you voted for (Bush).

Why do they want your help now Mr. Biden?. You are too good to be just vice-president. On the other hand, you are probably right when you say they need your help badly. Obama needs someone who has the experience on how to run this country since he absolutely have zero on this matter. Why will he be running when there are more qualified people? I am truly disappointed on him being the presumed nominee because he was running based on race. Even if you run with him, I am sorry that I have to look the other way and vote for Senator Mccain. At least I know a lot what he stands for. All talk and no substance is not my basis for electing someone who would determine the fate of this country.

CNN................Of course [I would say yes]," he said. "If the presidential nominee thought I could help him win — am I going to say to the first African-American candidate about to make history in the world that, 'No, I will not help you out like you want me to'? Of course . . . I'll say yes.".............I think Sen. Joe Biden Is just what the Doctor Order
...........His lengthy foreign policy resume would help The party in that capacity...........GREAT CHOICE!!!!!

I used to respect Joe Biden, but now it appears that his ambition to become V.P. has colored his position and his statements.

Biden is just what Obama needs to go against McCain. I love Biden. He just says what he thinks and to heck with the rest. He's got guts.

Well at least someone is answering honestly rather than avoiding the topic altogether...

As much as I like Obama, I was so ready to vote for Joe Biden!!!

Obama-Biden ticket would be one of the greatest pair to ever run this country! Both truly believe in SERVING the American people above their own self interests...

Why does Obama's race matter in his accepting the nomination? I am so sick of all the so-called PC dems out there pretending to not see race but pointing out race at every turn.

Joe Biden is dull. Obama can and should choose someone more dynamic.

C'mon CNN, let's have more ticker stories that are thinly-veiled swift-boat type propaganda pieces against Obama, where you can select the posts to push your covert Republican agenda. You sure buried the 'Enron Loophole/ Phil Grahm/John McCain' connection fast, that was a close one. Imagine the furore if people caught on that McCain's corrupt economic adviser Grahm is responsible for the skyrocketing oil prices. Doubt you'll post this.

Biden = Secretary of State
Hagel = VP

Obama / Hagel 08

This would be a dream ticket. He would ravage McCain's VP candidate in debates. By far a very knowledgable candidate and one that would provide needed gravitas.

Biden is one of the most arrogant people in congress. As a VP candidate he would be sure to drag Obama down even further, so bring him on! Then, vote for EXPERIENCE and WISDOM-McCAIN 2008!

We're tired if lying manipulative hypocritical politicians.

Obama/Biden 08

I think he will be an excellent VP choice.

Although I admire Bill Richarson & think he brings help on the Latino front, I have to say Obama/Biden or Obama/Webb is the best choice.Both have the gravitas to take on the GOP attack machine with foreign policy experience to boot.

Good choice! Without someone of Biden's experience in foreign affairs, I'm afraid Mr. Obama doesn't stand even a glimmer of a chance of winning.

At least someone with the honsety to admit he'd take it. It annoys me when politicians do that. Say they don't expect to be asked or they wouldn't accept knowing all along they would accept.

I think Obama should be allowed to pick his running mate without the media picking it for him. It seems odd that no one is really covering who MCSane has for a potential running mate, but every time a name comes up on the Obama ticket it gets 24hour media coverage. I have complete faith that Barack will chose the best VP canidate for the country and not just to win the election.

Although I admire Bill Richarson & think he brings help on the Latino front, I have to say Obama/Biden or Obama/Webb is the best choice.Both have the gravitas to take on the GOP attack machine with foreign policy experience to blunt FOX NEWS scare tactics.

Yes to Biden!

Should Obama opt for Biden for VP, he will again say there is no change from the past. Biden is a very abrasive anti-republican. How can a man govern when more than 1/2 the country starts out as opposed to him? Note the governance of Pres Bush, who has had to deal with 1/2 the country opposing him from day 1. The same thing will repeat here with Obama, and adding that to the abrasive Biden, will only insure the same kind of government – all bad!

Yes Joe,lets go,this is going to be like Ali vs Sonny Liston.The American people beat up the Neocons in the first round for the knockout.

Three years ago I thought the best ticket possible would be Biden/Obama. I guess the reverse will be just as good.

CNN................Of course [I would say yes]," he said. "If the presidential nominee thought I could help him win — am I going to say to the first African-American candidate about to make history in the world that, 'No, I will not help you out like you want me to'? Of course . . . I'll say yes.".............I think Sen. Joe Biden Is just what the Doctor Order
...........He has a lengthy foreign policy resume which would help The
party in that capacity

CNN plz POST

Joe Biden is honest and brilliant. And he knows more about the
world than anybody in Washington.
He would be a superb VP, admired and respected around the world.
Indeed, he would have been a superb President.
He might be a touch too sophisticated and direct for the electorate
most of whom do not know exactly where Germany, Israel or Burma
are on a map. But that is something Obama would have to work on.

Before Obama picks a VP candidate, could he please be required to produce an ORIGINAL BIRTH CERTIFICATE!

That paper shown at his Web site is just a certification of live birth. It is a short form and is missing information.

Come on. Why isn' t the media all over this? It's in the Constitution that the POTUS must be NATIVE BORN.

I am an ordinary citizen and I have had to produce an ORIGINAL for common, everyday situations for both me and my son.

Obama is running for the highest position in the country. He should be required to prove, beyond any doubt, that he is native born.

CNN, please post this comment here as there is no other thread for this important issue. Or please start a thread, "Should all candidates for President have to supply original birth cerificates or some type of solid proof of birthplace?"

Thank you.

A respectable man. Obama's supporters were very rude to his neice during the Iowa Caucus in January.

I like Joe. I trust that Joe has the best interests of the nation at heart. If Joe had been the democratic nominee I would have been very happy to support him. I do think however that this is very unseemly behavior. No matter what Joe says, he's dying to be asked to be Vice President. That’s OK but he could have made an attempt not to be so obvious about it. I would also caution those that are on Obama's short list to think about it very hard. Providing that Obama has a successful presidency (if elected) the democratic Vice President has a good shot at being the nominee in 2016. The problem is that there are no indications that Obama will have a successful presidency. While he may spout a lot of wonderful sounding platitudes, there is absolutely no evidence that he will be able to accomplish anything. He has managed to write a few very self-serving books and make some great speeches, but he has really accomplished nothing of importance during his political career. I have been a democrat for 30 years but unless Obama can show me something other than rhetoric in the next few months I won’t be supporting him in the fall.

Thanks for your honesty, and on that token, I hope the VP job is presented to you!

Way to go Joe! Obama/Biden ticket would be a great one!

CNN................Of course [I would say yes]," he said. "If the presidential nominee thought I could help him win — am I going to say to the first African-American candidate about to make history in the world that, 'No, I will not help you out like you want me to'? Of course . . . I'll say yes.".............I think Sen. Joe Biden Is just what the Doctor Order
...........He has a lengthy foreign policy resume which would help The
party in that capacity

I think he'd make a gret choice

I love Joe Biden

Hillary Clinton would have been the real change from Bush. A president who knows what she is doing. Obama will be Bush on the other side. NO clue how to run this country.

Race, it's a dirty ugly secret in America that has kept us divided for centuries. It rears it's ugly head to keep politicians from winning elections, to keep people from voting, to keep minorities separated from each other, and to keep people voting for a party that's not in their best interest, i.e. 2000, and 2004.

How refreshing it is to look beyond race, and vote for the person that will lead the country out of this mess that GW created. How wonderful to pick the best person regardless of race, or gender, or age. Yes, whether we like it or not America is growing and I love the way it feels.

We've been telling our kids that anyone can be president in America, and this time we mean it.

Americans, you rock!!!!

Joe Biden? Only if they are willing to rename their party the Socialist Worker's Party, but that would be a little too honest.

No wonder Mark Levin calls Biden the dumbest man in the senate

go for it

I think it is a welcome idea, and he will make a good number 2 spot.

Alright, Joe Biden!

Obama/whoever '08

McCain/PUMA NEVER

Every one want to get into the bus , they know this bus will reach the White House

Because pundits are pushing that

But after 4years pundits stop pushing this bus

Because they will under the bus

Hillary 08 or Mc Cain 08

I am shocked !!!! Biden accepting the VP position? What, nothing left to plagiarize Joe?

Very interesting....

obama's biggest mistake was pretending to be: new, different, change etc. He cannot then pick an old time politician for any position especially VP. He has boxed himself in. Unless of course change etc just means NOT REPUBLICAN (or taking federal money!!).

Will race play a role in the election? Let's ask the Alabama state constitution!

Separate schools shall be provided for white and colored children, and no child of either race shall be permitted to attend a school of the other race. A proposal to repeal this provision was narrowly defeated in 2004.

When both presidential candidates were born they could NOT use the same water fountains.

So yes, race will play a role.... unless the Republicans nominate an Afican-American to be VP...... but we all know this NEVER happen because the Republican party have ONLY nominated white, male protestants (mormons need not apply).

Finally, someone comes forward and insists on putting the standard game of coy to bed! It would be greatly refreshing if everyone would do this, rather than lie, say they wouldn't, and then end up trying to win an Oscar when asked.

Now that's a winning ticket!!

It realy is the only answer...I'd say yes too if asked, but I wouldn't go around campaigning for it. He'd be a better Sec. of State.

Biden, Richardson, or Clark!

Just read the responses regarding obama saying "crack down on oil speculators"... (which, of course, IS the right and only approach to bring prices in line as testified to in Congress).

Gaging from the rabid vociferous and yet similar but varied responses in total opposition to anything Obama says....

I'd say the level of nastiness in response means...

HE STRUCK A NERVE AND HIT TOO CLOSE TO HOME FOR COMFORT!

nice jog, Obama.

I think Biden would be a GREAT pick. That said, I watched his interview yesterday - and he certainly did not seem to want it.

Of course he would...., he's from Delaware!!

John McSame is funny. He has this smirk on his face as if he's going to beat Barack in November. It's the same smirk that Hillary had on her face.

Understand this, Barack is a lightning in the bottle, one time candidate who will be a great leader. His supporters are supporting him because he is talking our language, not Goverment speak. So yes, we will stand behind him and will win in November. Make no mistake about it, that smirk will leave John McSame's face. Why? Because he thinks Barack is beatable. Barack is not beatable because most Americans are with him. And, hidden behind the John McSame's smirk is a feeling that a black man can't win. Think again, not only will he win, but he's going to win big.

So keep the smirk John, because the American people will have the last laugh.

I have a lot of respect for Sen. Biden, and was a supporter of his Presidential run until he exited. He would make a great Vice President, and an even better President, but I don't like seeing it with Sen. Obama on the top of the ticket.

I don't expect him to be asked, the Democratic Party showed no respect for this man late last year and early this. What is wrong with your party that you would have let this man be marginalized?

His honesty, intelligence and heart is unmatched in politics.

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** Nader/Gonzalez 2008 **

Did someone check whether Joe plagiarized his acceptance speech??

"am I going to say to the first African-American candidate about to make history in the world"

I swear you Dems are much more infatuated with the race factor then any of the Republicans. I guess you really feel the need to pat yourselves on the back.

Biden was still pretty coy about it – he said he didn't want to be asked and made it sound as though it would be his duty to serve if asked.

I think Obama needs a governor or someone in the military, though – a VP who isn't also a senator.

Biden was always my favorite among the 2nd tier candidates. He's a straight-shooter and I think he'd make a great VP.

Finallly, someone willing to put the future of our country before himself. So many others are worried about the future of "their own positions" and re-elections that they get yellow bellys. Biden is a man true to the Democratic party and has the gonads to stand up and say it.
Long and Narrow is the right path.........saddly so few choose it.

Way to go Biden I hope Obama picks you as his V.P. you are a good man.

I like some of the things Joe Biden would bring to the Obama administration, but I'm troubled by his implication that Obama needs a white man to "help him win." Oversensitive? Maybe, but remember this is the same guy who a few months ago thought it was the highest compliment to call Obama "articulate." Of course, that may be just a reflection of the lowered expectations we've grown accustomed to with the sitting president.

Obama/Clark '08

I've wanted Biden to be VP since day one. Make it happen!

Don't care!!! McCain 08

Way to Go

Obama / Biden 08/12

I wouldn't mind him not one little bit. He's got a great record and very savy on foreign policy knowledge like Obama , so I welcome him as VP.

Biden's idea of a soft partition of Iraq is the only thing that I have heard that addresses a politiclal solution in Iraq.

"Joe Biden on Sunday appeared to violate a widely unwritten rule among those with a remote shot at becoming a vice presidential nominee: He actually admitted he would take the job." What rule did he violate? Ask an honest question, got an honest answer. My hatt off to Joe Biden......unlike others who are always side-stepping the question when they know the answer.

Good for him for being honest and upfront about the subject...we all know the "oh I don't actually think I'll be considered' line is just more political hot air...many of todays politicians must think we average citizens are not too bright.

He said if he were asked. I hope he isn't asked. He seems obsessed with the fact that Barack is black. Big deal, get over it Biden. He said "I'm not going to tel the first African-American no". This is not a candidate for VP.

I like Biden, but he's the wrong man for Barack. Barack needs someone who doesn't think his ethnicity is a big deal.

Biden telling it like it is. Personally, I think the better ticket would be Biden/Obama...but Obama/Biden will do.

Biden would be an excellent choice....

biden , nunn and richardson are the final 3

Republicans are a joke. The Grand ole Pilfers! They have lied to us, robbed us and ruined our reputation across the world.

McCain is another puppet, like Bush.

Obama has made history! You can cry all you want to. The truth hurts!

Biden's idea of a soft partition of Iraq is the only thing that I have heard that addresses a politiclal solution in Iraq.

Obama should reveal the plans for all major cabinet positions early in the campaign and go after the election as a full team with Biden as Secretary of State. Dispatch the "presumptive cabinet" to key battlegrounds and give them a real snapshot of an Obama White House.

I say yes too Joe! Way to go!

This guy is great! He ate Graham up on Meet The Press on Sunday!

Go Joe go!
Obama/Biden!

Yes they can!

I always said that Sen Biden would be the best possible choice as VP.

If Obama picks some from inside the beltway how is that "change?"