2016 Postmortem
In reply to the discussion: 5 Ways Bernie's Pick for DNC Chair Is Right-Wing as Hell [View all]rjsquirrel
(4,762 posts)He has 70+% favorability -- highest of any US governor -- in one of the most liberal states in the country. He is broadly socially liberal and the trains are running on time in Massachuestts, easily one of the best managed states in the country with the best health care and social safety net and schools of any state. Massachusetts also elected Romney and Weld.
Not that this makes it any less likely he'd appoint a republican, but it would at least likely be a serious choice and not a creepy mouth breather. And I wouldn't put it past him to nominate an independent.
I don't believe he's endorsed for president yet either and I have a feeling he holds no brief with Trump.
Updated to add: Charlie Baker has come right out and said he will NOT vote for Trump or support him.
He's a damn smart republican. In one version of a genius move Hillary might consider him for VP. Especially if the Sanders refuseniks appear to be implacable and have any real numbers. Charlie Baker is an honorable and highly competent politician.