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Article: Gore eyes Kerry for VP.(News)
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- The Boston Herald
- Article date:
- May 8, 2000
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WASHINGTON - Sen. John Kerry has been tapped for a "significant role" in Al Gore's campaign for the White House as the vice president considers him as a running mate.
Gore has expanded the Massachusetts senator's role as one of his most reliable and aggressive surrogate campaigners, tapping him for key speeches, appearances, media interviews and policy advice.
"Kerry will be used more and more as we ramp-up to the August convention," said a Gore source. "It's a significant role."
In an interview with the Herald, Kerry said, "I made a commitment to support the vice president. In a personal conversation (Gore) asked me to do things, to be ...