Charlotte Observer:State party leaders favor Edwards as VP

[surfermaw]

State party leaders favor Edwards as VP

8 of 14 party chairs in South want to see Kerry-Edwards ticket

JIM MORRILL

Staff Writer


Democrat John Kerry isn't tipping his hand.

But if Southern party leaders have their way, their presidential nominee would pick former rival John Edwards as his running mate.

"Senator Edwards would be a great choice," says Georgia party chairman Bobby Kahn. "He could help in the South and help mobilize the (party's) base."

A survey of party chairmen in 14 Southern states found strong support for the N.C. Democrat. Eight prefer him. Others like their home-state favorites or say they'll leave the decision to Kerry.

Party leaders say Edwards or another Southerner wouldn't necessarily help Kerry win their state. But they say a Southern connection could help elect Democrats to Congress. It could also bring out Democratic voters in other races.

http://www.charlotte.com/mld/charlotte/news/politics/8253227.htm

[phillybri]

1. Maybe they should've thrown more support behind Edwards during primaries

:shrug:

[surfermaw]

2. Edwards for VP

I am a Edwards Supporter, but all the time thought he would be better behind Keerry....Go Kerry and Edwards, most of the nation thought along the same train of thought...Most thought when they voted for Kerry,that Edwards would be the VP, and if is isn't some will be disapointed, but will still back the ticket.

[DiverDave]

3. Edwards supporter too

altho Richardson would be a great pick too.