Length and quality of experience, strategic considerations, and long term goals also come into play, AZBroker. Well, of course you know that and any one of dozens of positions can be taken. I'm sure you listen to the talking heads of political opinion.
Yesterday I listened to and watched a couple of dozen reports/opinions/news items about this presidential subject. Then I read another dozen or two reports online - my sources were varied and of mixed historical perspective.
My conclusion: time will tell.
My opinon on McCain's VP choice: I like it.
My reasons: multi dimensional.
MitchM