While in Palin's case the choice did not work out, this is the way that Romney must think about his selection, just as Obama did when he picked Biden from the small state of Delaware.

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For most women, this is not a viable choice, since the more time they spend away from work, the larger the negative impact on their potential lifetime earnings.

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As the failure of the Illinois and the success of New York show, such a choice is not about party, but about policies that work.

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He says employers will always be looking for new talent, and if a job seeker has the choice to work for an employer who is known for showing respect for job candidates versus one that does not, candidates will likely choose the employer that operates respectfully.

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