As you know, there’s plenty of speculation of who #KamalaHarris’ VP pick will be.

Here’s a run-through of vice presidential picks since 1960 and what considerations were prominent in the choice of these running mates, by a scholar who studies American elections.

“My aim is to shed light on how political considerations have changed over the years, which choices may have contributed to a winning campaign – and which didn’t,” they write.
https://theconversation.com/veepstakes-have-evolved-from-where-you-live-to-who-you-are-which-way-will-harris-turn-to-balance-the-ticket-235399
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Veepstakes have evolved from where you live to who you are − which way will Harris turn to balance the ticket?

From geographic balancing to making up for what the presidential candidate lacks, the considerations for picking a vice presidential candidate have changed and evolved since the 19th century.

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