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I believe it was Willkie, a corporate lawyer and Utility CEO, who in 1940 was the last person to get a Rep./Dem. nomination with zero elected experience. He was a classy guy, btw and became a staunch advocate of preparing for WW II, long before Pearl Harbo and long before most Americans. He was instrumental in suppoting Roosevelt and in helping shape American opinion, even after the '40 loss. Read "The Angry Days," to get a terrific view of the 1940 to Pearl Harbor debate in this country. Fascinating stuff.
I see, in Fiorina, a similar strong character.
And I see value in her demonstrating a bit of policy wonkishness: She's a quick study and willing to make the brave political statement.
She'll be a terrific Veep.