Will Julian Castro Be Hillary Clinton's Vice President? He's Down To The Final Shortlist

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14. I personally don't think that Julian is seasoned enough yet

- either for what will be required in a VP debate, and, more generally in what seems sure to be a very nasty general election campaign, or in terms of his qualifications to step in as president.

I think he's got promise, but what I've seen of him so far hasn't bowled me over.
Beyond his demographic and geographic assets (young, Hispanic, Texas), I've been underwhelmed by the interviews I've seen with him.

In 8 years, maybe-- but he doesn't feel ready to me yet. I don't know him well, so maybe I'm missing something, but, for whatever it's worth, that's my impression.

Not sure who I would want instead. I do like Kaine, who has extensive executive and legislative experience, including experience in foreign affairs. Plus he's reputed to speak better Spanish than Castro. But there are other possibilities out there, too.

The most important thing is that Hillary pick someone (a) fully qualified to step in as president and (b) someone with whom she is genuinely compatible - someone who will really be part of a team, in the way that Obama and Biden have formed such a constructive team. And , yes, help with the campaign is the third important consideration. But, in the end, (a) and (b) are most important.