Jim Webb allegedly took himself out of consideration for the vice presidential spot of Barack Obama’s presidential candidacy.  In this writer’s opinion, which is total speculation, I don’t think that Webb was seriously being considered because of the series of hot buttons that plagued his senate run in 2006.  If it had not been for George Allen’s “mucaca” moment and youtube I am not sure the Jim Webb would be senator today.  There is the women in the military comment, the affirmative action and confederate flag comments and situation.  These are deal breakers for some folks.  Hillary’s women would not have been happy with a Jim Webb in Obama’s veep slot.  And if the slogan “stop the drama, vote for Obama” holds true, Jim Webb brings way too much unnecessary drama.  The GOP attack machine would have a field day.  This move seems to be a face-saving move by Webb because the main stream media has been talking him up so much.  Good move.  Okay, so the veepstakes is narrowed a little further, Wesley Clark is out, Sam Nunn is out , and now Jim Webb is out……Al Gore anyone?

Senator Jim Webb’s Official Comment 

Last week I communicated to Senator Obama and his presidential campaign my firm intention to remain in the United States Senate, where I believe I am best equipped to serve the people of Virginia and this country. Under no circumstances will I be a candidate for Vice President.”A year and a half ago, the people of Virginia honored me with election to the U.S. Senate. I entered elective politics because of my commitment to strengthen America’s national security posture, to promote economic fairness, and to increase government accountability. I have worked hard to deliver upon that commitment, and I am convinced that my efforts and talents toward those ends are best served in the Senate.

“In this regard, the bipartisan legislative template we were able to put into effect through 18 months of work in order to enact the new, landmark GI Bill will serve as a prototype for my future endeavors in government. This process, wherein we brought 58 Senators from both parties to the table as co-sponsors, along with more than 300 members of the House, gives me renewed confidence that the Congress can indeed work effectively across party lines and address the concerns of our citizens.

“At this time I am also renewing my commitment to work hard to make sure that Senator Obama wins both Virginia and the presidency this November. He is a man who speaks eloquently about our national goals and calls for the practical solutions that must be put into place to obtain them. I will proudly campaign for him.”