Story was, Biden picked her as VP, so they wouldn't get any ideas about shoving him aside.

Apparently had a 95 % turnover rate of staff, over the last 4 years. Basically unpleasant person.

Also does have a bit of a drinking problem.

Then they put it off so long, because there really wasn't anyone with any appeal that would be corrupt or inert enough.

Sanders and Kennedy had a little too much backbone and not enough dirt.

If there are any evil geniuses, they are many layers removed.