The VP Decision
Tomorrow we will know who Barack Obama has chosen for VP. There has been a lot of speculation running out there, and I've had my thoughts on the process. But now that we're down to the wire, speculation suggests Joe Biden.
David Brooks says he hopes Biden's the one. I don't always agree with Brooks, often don't (perhaps more often than not), but I think he may be on to something. Whatever Biden's flaws, most of them are right out on the surface -- he talks too much. But, Biden is a fighter and he's experienced. He's blue collar and Catholic. He's old school, but open to the future. He's independent, which is something Obama says he's looking for in a VP.
In recent months I've thought that this or that one might be a good choice, but given everything, choosing Joe Biden is probably the best thing he can do. We'll see, but I think this is a good move (if it happens). Of course, I've always liked him!
David Brooks says he hopes Biden's the one. I don't always agree with Brooks, often don't (perhaps more often than not), but I think he may be on to something. Whatever Biden's flaws, most of them are right out on the surface -- he talks too much. But, Biden is a fighter and he's experienced. He's blue collar and Catholic. He's old school, but open to the future. He's independent, which is something Obama says he's looking for in a VP.
In recent months I've thought that this or that one might be a good choice, but given everything, choosing Joe Biden is probably the best thing he can do. We'll see, but I think this is a good move (if it happens). Of course, I've always liked him!
Comments
No offense.. but your blog seems awfully political for a blog about a Faith Journey. Not quite what I expected.. not to mention I am pretty nervous about politics being the "Savior".
Bob, politics IS part of life and part of any faith journey. But obsession with any one political race (a trap I almost fell into as well) turns you/us into a mirror of the Religious Right.
While I agree politics is a part of life, perhaps the harder response is how involved does a Christian become? Jesus completed avoided politics when bringing about His kingdom.. so I am curious y'alls thoughts on that tension between utilizing the church vs the "state" to meet the needs of our community.
www.drudgereport.com reported Bayh.. thats where I got the name.
Biden had thoughtful ideas on how to change things for the better in Pakistan and the Georgians asked for him by name. He's also a Catholic from working class roots, which will help Obama.