The Illinois Senator's personal story -- she lost both of her legs while serving in Iraq -- is compelling and powerful. Like President Obama, she would benefit from her roots in a state with a very strong Democratic tradition and a solid fundraising base. But Duckworth seems much more likely to work her way up the Senate leadership ladder than take a flyer on national office.
9. Tammy Duckworth
Sen.-elect Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., smiles as she celebrates her win over incumbent Sen. Mark Kirk, during her election night party Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2016, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
