Democratic vice presidential candidates

Ed Rendell


The pitch
The governor of Pennsylvania and former mayor of Philadelphia commands a strong institutional base that could help Obama in a valuable swing state.

The downside
Rendell has said some Pennsylvania voters may not pick Obama because of his race -- a statement not likely to endear him to the Democratic nominee. Rendell also supported Clinton and he lacks any experience in Washington or on foreign policy.
(AP)
Ed Rendell The pitch The governor of Pennsylvania and former mayor of Philadelphia commands a strong institutional base that could help Obama in a valuable swing state. The downside Rendell has said some Pennsylvania voters may not pick Obama because of his race -- a statement not likely to endear him to the Democratic nominee. Rendell also supported Clinton and he lacks any experience in Washington or on foreign policy.