A great deal of planning goes into a vice presidential pick. For instance, a vice presidential running mate can give nominees an advantage if they choose someone from a large swing state. They can also help diversify a candidate's platform. This hour, we will discuss the strategy that goes into choosing a running mate.



Guests:

Christopher J. Devine, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Mount Vernon Nazarene University and Co-Author, The VP Advantage: How Running Mates Influence Home State Voting in Presidential Elections
Kyle C. Kopko, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Elizabethtown College and Co-Author, The VP Advantage: How Running Mates Influence Home State Voting in Presidential Elections