Legal Commentary

Okay, Barack Obama does not have the nomination wrapped up.  But that still hasn't stopped the speculation of who he should/will pick for VP.  Over at DailyKos, Senators John Edwards and Jim Webb are leading the poll (I'll omit the "Beauty and the Beast" jokes that are floating around out there).  But one poster made an interesting suggestion:  Clinton.  Bill Clinton.

The 22nd Amendment says "No person shall be elected to the office of the President more than twice."  Wouldn't it be constitutional if Bill Clinton were elected to vice president, even if he later assumed the office of president?

Just some idle constitutional speculation... I doubt that move would be too welcome in the Clinton household.  Personally, I'm for Bob Graham -- best chance to carry Florida, older (perhaps too old at 72, but perhaps just old enough to give a sense of security), seasoned, strong on national security, perfect balance for the ticket.  But what do I know...