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[edit] Speculation over vice presidential nomination
On February 8, 2008, conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh mentioned on his syndicated show that Jindal could be a possible choice for the Republican vice presidential nomination in 2008. He said that Jindal might be perceived as an asset to McCain's campaign because he has support in the conservative base of the Republican Party and his youth offsets McCain's maturity. If McCain were to win the presidency, he would be the oldest president ever inaugurated.[23] When asked if he would accept an offer of the vice presidential nomination from McCain, Jindal jokingly stated "Only if he speaks at my high school reunion in August".[24]
Heightening the speculation, Jindal, along with Governor Charlie Crist of Florida and former rival Mitt Romney (Mike Huckabee was also invited, but he turned down the invitation because he already had plans to go on a cruise with his wife that day), are scheduled to meet with McCain on Friday, May 23, 2008 at his home in Arizona, according to a Republican familiar with the decision.[25] The meeting, however, may instead serve a different purpose, presenting Jindal with the opportunity to speak at the 2008 Republican National Convention, in a similar fashion to Barack Obama at the 2004 Democratic National Convention, cementing a place for him in the party and opening the gate for a future run for the presidency.[26]
