Originally posted by Jolen
In the event that something terrible happens...
That really is the kicker and makes the VP more important than ever in this election. Despite his apparent good health, McCain is on up there in years. And Obama? If elected, his life expectancy grows pretty thin, too.

Before anyone jumps through the roof on that one, I like Obama. I hate his politics (McCain's too for that matter) so it's doubtful he'll get my vote, but I like the man and have no ill wishes for him whatsoever. However, with the amount of absolute venomous hate that some people have for him, I'd be surprised if he made it through the first year if elected.