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The candidate for vice-president is nominated at the same national convention that nominates the presidential candidate.
The VP candidate is chosen soon after the presidential nomination is made.
The candidate for vice-president is nominated at the same national convention that nominates the presidential candidate.
Attract more voters for the presidential candidate
They are chosen soon after the presidential nominee has been chosen.
During the national convention
During the national convention
The vice presidential candidate is chosen by the party's presidential nominee. The presidential nominee will often pick a vice presidential candidate by choosing someone who complements them and whose strengths cover the nominee's weakness. For example, Obama, a relatively young and inexperienced candidate, chose Joe Biden, an older, experienced politician.
Attract more voters for the presidential candidate
He has not yet been chosen - the convention has not yet taken place. He merely announced his intention to run as a candidate.
Joe Biden