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Originally Posted by KSig RC
OK, fair enough - I just don't think this is a new phenomenon. In fact, I'm pretty sure it was something that happened in the 1800s, if we extend it out to "using VP to moderate a position or bolster appeal to a voting bloc."
Unfortunately, I think it's an endemic evil to a democratic system. In fact, it's probably rational behavior for anybody who wants to be elected.
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Not the 1800s, but I'd say JFK's pick of LBJ fits this description.
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