That's the scuttlebutt on the 'net right now, due in no small part to the inclusion of Roemer on the indispensable Chris Cillizza's "Friday Line" a few days ago. It is no secret that Roemer has been one of Obama's most vocal supporters in the state, participating in conference calls on behalf of the candidate and representing him at the ever-important Dyngus Day celebrations last Monday. At the same time, this was out of left field for me, at least in terms of Roemer's statewide efforts getting national attention.
Here's what The Fix had to say about the former congressman's chances:
Tim Roemer: Roemer is a new member of the Fix's veepstakes Line. A former congressman from the South Bend-based District in Indiana, Roemer could up his chances if he can help deliver the Hoosier State to Obama on May 6. As importantly, Roemer was a member of the high-profile 9/11 Commission and is currently the president of the Center for National Policy -- a think tank that looks closely at national security issues.
Roemer certainly doesn't have the statewide name ID numbers as the other Indiana-based VP contender -- Sen. Evan Bayh -- but his experience in the foreign policy field would be invaluable for an Obama campaign that will be looking to bolster his credentials in that area in the general election.
Of course, I think the geographic balance of the ticket would be questionable, so I still put this in the "long shot" category, but I think Roemer is definitely deserving of attention as the Veepstakes heats up.
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