In the beginning of the year 2008, Colin Powell 's name was mentioned as a possible running mate of Republican nominee John McCain for the 2008 U.S. presidential election.
Also in the summer of 2007, Colin Powell donated the maximum to John McCain's campaign.
Eventhough some had speculated that Colin Powell would ultimately endorse Barack Obama. On August 13th 2008, Fox News analyst Bill Kristol stated that Colin Powell will endorse Barack Obama for president and may give a speech at the 2008 Democratic National Convention. Colin Powell has said in response that he does not have time to waste on Bill Kristol's musings.
Colin Powell told CNN News in February 2008 that he will vote for the candidate he thinks can do the best job in America — whether that candidate is a Republican or Democrat or an independent.
On August 23rd The Politico reported that Colin Powell was considered by John McCain for the vice-presidency.
On October 19th 2008, Colin Powell announced his endorsement of Barack Obama during an interview with Meet the Press. Colin Powell stated that while he respects both candidates, he didn't believe Palin is ready to be president of the United States, should the need arise. Colin Powell was also troubled by questions over whether Obama was a Muslim or a Christian. Colin Powell stated that while Obama is a Christian not a Muslim, the really right answer is what if he is? This was followed by a discussion of the contributions of Muslim-Americans, particularly of one who died as a soldier in Iraq. Colin Powell concluded by stating that he look at these kind of approaches to the campaign, and they trouble him Over the last seven weeks, the approach of the Republican Party has become narrower and narrower.
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