One news report counts him out.

Another calls him the likely choice.

Erie native and former Gov. Tom Ridge continues to be a central player in the media-fueled guessing game surrounding Republican John McCain's choice of a vice presidential running mate.

A McCain campaign spokesman and Ridge's communications director, contacted by the Times-News on Wednesday, declined to say much about the reports. READ MORE
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What do you think of Tom Ridge as a possible choice as Vice President for John McCain?

Is he a good choice for VP?

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It would make the choice of McCain slightly more palatable...

It is a shame. I am waiting for VP choice before I decide what I am going to do.

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I have learned that stress is caused by saying "no problem" when you really mean "no chance".

It's not going to be Ridge because he's Pro Choice. Obama is Pro Choice and it's a safe bet that his running mate will be as well. Running with someone that shares a key issue with your opponent(s) doesn't set a clear contrast between the two choices that people will have in November ...

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Ignorance is our most expensive commodity ...

I hope not. One of my key positions is on Education and as much as I like Mccain, Ridge has done nothing but harm the education system in PA

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Can you tell I don't like the guy?

Luray..... did you just PUKE!?!?!?!

LMAO ... yes, something like that!

Wasn't Ridge the head of the Department of Fatherland Security?

yes