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Susan Rice, Perhaps An Unlikely Contender, Lands On Biden's VP Shortlist

The former U.N. ambassador and national security adviser is said to be getting serious consideration from the Biden campaign, even though she has never run for elective office.
Like Joe Biden, Susan Rice, seen here in April 2019, has deep experience with foreign policy issues.

One of a series of reports looking at Joe Biden's potential running mates


Susan Rice has a ready answer when asked about possibly being Joe Biden's pick for vice president.

"Whether I'm his running mate or I'm a door-knocker, I don't mind," Rice said during a recent appearance on NBC's Meet the Press. "I'm going to do everything I can to help get Joe Biden elected and to help him succeed as president."

The 55-year-old is a veteran of the past two Democratic administrations, serving in policymaking positions and as a top

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