I honestly think even from the Iowa perspective is picking somebody that reflects Iowa values. Almost all the people on that list, Jim, almost every one of them have been in this state. Many of them have campaigned in this state, and many of them have looked me in the eye on a stage with the cameras rolling, telling me they believe that Iowa needs to start off the nominating process. So, you know, do I have my favorites? Yes. But I can tell you exactly what my, as the Iowa chair, what my favoritism is based on. (05:10–05:29)
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Asserts that many potential vice presidential candidates have campaigned in Iowa and support Iowa starting the nominating process.
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