Politics | vice president The Most Overrated VP Traits Money, ties less important than discretion, trustworthiness By Nick McMaster Posted Jun 10, 2008 1:25 PM CDT Copied Should Democratic presidential candidate, Sen. Barack Obama, want to select a woman as his choice for vice president, his former rival, Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton is not the only choice. (AP Photo) Fed up with a focus on local ties and attractiveness in vice presidential selection coverage, Mark Halperin of Time lists the qualifications most under- and -overvalued by the media. Among other things, don't overlook: A candidate ready to be president from Day One. A candidate trusted and liked by the nominee. A candidate trusted and liked by the nominee's wife. And worry less about: A candidate seen as able to win a particular state. A candidate seen as able to win over a particular group of voters. A strong fundraiser. To see the complete lists of qualities the media weight incorrectly, click the link below. Read These Next Viking Cruises likes to say no. It's paid off. Angel Reese is in hot water with her own team. The story of a failed secret SEAL mission in North Korea. A pastor's dream factored in the discovery of hiker's remains. Report an error