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Clinton wasn't vetted for VP, her aides say

WASHINGTON - With Barack Obama set to break his silence on a running mate Saturday morning, Hillary Rodham Clinton's long-shot hopes dimmed further Friday - as Clinton aides signaled Obama never seriously vetted her for the job.

Two Clinton sources said Obama never asked Clinton for financial and other records that would be a requisite part of the vetting process, the detailed examination...

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