Clinton Picks Kaine as VP in Move Toward Center for Election
- Virginia senator urged leniency for banks, supports trade deal
- Choice may anger liberals who supported Sanders in primary
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Hillary Clinton named Virginia Senator Tim Kaine as her running mate for the Democratic presidential ticket, a widely-anticipated choice that may say more about how she wants to govern than how she plans to win in November.
Clinton made the announcement Friday in a text message to supporters. “I’m thrilled to tell you this first: I’ve chosen Tim Kaine as my running mate. Welcome him to our team,” it said. In a message on Twitter, Clinton said Kaine has dedicated his life to fighting for others, and described him as "a relentless optimist." The pair will appear Saturday in Miami.