I'm really psyched about this guy.
Born in 1937 (so, an older guy, but he would be only 71 when leaving office in 2008)
Military career? Yep. Upon graduation, he was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the United States Army and served on active duty from 1959-1960. He completed his military service in the Army Reserve as a Captain.
Former governor of Nevada 1983-1989
US Senator from Nevada 1989-2001
Fought to keep nuclear waste out of the Yucca mountains (a promise Bush broke).
Consistent fighter for fiscal responsibility.
Authored the Online Children's Security Act.
Consistently pro-choice.
Voted consistently against big tax cuts.