Webb removes himself from consideration for VP
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The Associated Press
Published: July 7, 2008
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) - U.S. Sen. Jim Webb has removed himself from consideration for vice president.
The Virginia Democrat released a statement Monday saying he has told Sen. Barack Obama that he wants to remain in the Senate, where he believes he is best equipped to serve the people.
Political analysts had said Webb’s military and foreign policy credentials could balance out a Democratic ticket that might be deemed soft on national defense. He’s a decorated Marine veteran of some of the deadliest battles of the Vietnam War.
In 2006, Webb upset Republican Sen. George Allen, won a prized seat on the Senate Armed Services Committee and has become a leading Democratic voice in the Iraq war debate.
Gov. Tim Kaine says that while Webb would have made a great vice president, he’s glad he’ll continue to represent the commonwealth.
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Posted by ( shotze ) on July 07, 2008 at 5:54 pm
Sorry to hear Webb has taken his name out of consideration for VP. He seems to be a very well-spoken, knowdgeable politician and would have been a benefit to the country. Hopefully, he will consider a position outside of the Senate in the future.
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