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June 25, 2008

McCain Signals that He's Open to a Female Veep Pick

@ 3:36 pm by Walter Alarkon

John McCain suggested in a People magazine interview that he's open to selecting a woman as a running mate.

When a reporter pointed out there weren't any women veep possibilities at a recent event at McCain's ranch, the Republican said, "One, it was a social weekend, and two, not necessarily."

McCain pointed out that former eBay CEO Meg Whitman was at the event, which was also attended by possible vice presidential picks Mitt Romney (R-Mass.), Florida Gov. Charlie Crist (R) and Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal (R).

Download more of McCain's interview here and read more below. The interview appears in the magazine that goes on stands this Friday.

Whats the last romantic thing you've done for her [Cindy]?

Lets see. Over the weekend we ordered out, which was nice. Chinese. Didn't have to entertain anybody. Didn't have to have a political conversation. Didn't have to ask for money.

You' re not a flowers and diamonds kind of guy?

You know, I have not missed one of those occasions because I'm very blessed to have staff that reminds me [laughs].

What do you splurge on?

Coffee, newspapers, books. I stop in bookstores whenever I can. But I don't have a lot of expensive tastes and cant think of anything that Ive spent a lot of money on.

You've gotten Heidi Montag's endorsement. Who are you working on next?

Were most pleased by Wilfred Brimley [laughs]. You know, I hadn't thought about the question, but since I like Jack Bauer so much, Kiefer Sutherland. I doubt he would be on board; hes probably already selected Senator Obama. I'm a big "24″ fan.

Whats the last movie you saw?

"Indiana Jones." I really loved the movie because the old guy wins.

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  1. Why would McCain want Kiefer Sutherlands vote when he is a drunk and a Jail bird with many DUI's convictions. My son was killed by a drunk driver when he was in the Military home on leave. My son saved a life when he was overseas. He was a young man of Honor and a Real Hero. I also serviced in the Navy & was a Police Officer for 36 yrs with Honor. You would think he would want real HEROs votes not some drunk. Have some respect.

    Comment by Jack — June 30, 2008 @ 11:18 pm

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