Can a presidential nominee change his mind on a running mate after he has announced his choice?

Question

Can a presidential nominee change his mind on a running mate after he has announced his choice?

Answer 1

No, looks like Obama is up the creek without the paddles.

Answer 2

Up until next Wednesday when her name goes into nomination, if they don't postpone the convention.

Answer 3

Yes. In fact George McGovern did just that in 1972. It was during the convention however. Chose Eagleton until mental heath issues arose. Then selected Sargent Shriver

Answer 4

Sure, but of course it would call his ability to make a difficult decision into question. Even if he is having buyer's remorse, I think Obama is smarter than that (but wouldn't that be funny).

Answer 5

No that would be 1 attmiting u were wrong and no if u pic her/him your stuck with that person

Answer 6

Nope.

Looks like McCain is fcked!

Answer 7

I'm not certain, but even if he could, that would pretty much be political death to him.

Answer 8

I am sure they could before the election, but man that would look very bad, like he could not make a decision.

keep in mine I am sure the question is about McCain.  Obama knows Biden very well.  Now on the otherhand, McCain met his running mate only once, a few months ago.  He can not know or feel very comfortable with his choice.

Answer 9

I can't believe people would even fool themselves into thinking this question isn't about McCain.

I see no reason why he couldn't switch.... it would look almost as bad as picking her in the first place, though.