Today, George W. places enormous faith in her judgement, but I have no idea what role she might play if he is elected. George W. has many advisors on foreign affairs, several of whom were his father's advisors. I know he is enjoying his new experience with foreign policy matters. To that end, conventions are a target of opportunity for us and for you. Rudi, I know of no black American currently being considered by Mr. Gore.
Candidates make their decisions for a variety of reasons.
The other senior individual who we know Bush is considering for a government job is Colin Powell. The Powell Doctrine, as it's called, argues for restraint in foreign affairs and no American military involvement unless it's a sure-win situation. This will be very important if he's selected. Beau, I generally agree with Jeff Greenfield, whether he's working at ABC or CNN, but I was somewhat surprised to what extent McCain went the other night in committing himself to Bush. I am one of those who believes that McCain has had his essential political moment.