Examining the limited influence of vice presidential nominees on elections and how their selection can shape public perception of the presidential candidate, with insights from past choices like Sarah Palin in the 2008 election.
In this bonus installment of the 538 Politics podcast, the crew discusses former president Donald Trump’s choice of running mate: Ohio senator J.D. Vance. The “Hillbilly Elegy” author is unique among past running mates for his lack of political experience — and for his beard. What kind of running mate might he be? And will it matter?
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