NEWS: Who'd be McCain's vice president?
Professor Larry Jacobs comments on speculation about Governor Tim Pawlenty running as vice president with Senator John McCain.
University of Minnesota political science professor Lawrence Jacobs said Pawlenty was "one of the most capable politicians for presenting himself as reasonable and likable." He won accolades in his party by taking a no-tax pledge when he ran in 2002 (though he did not repeat the pledge last cycle) and has vetoed a number of popular bills, including a recent transportation bill because of his opposition to tax hikes, Jacobs said.
"He's battling the Legislature and yet his approval ratings are pretty strong," Jacobs said.
Los Angeles Times
March 22, 2008
Fargo Forum
March 22, 2008
