After failing at his own attempt at the presidency, Herman Cain is now offering campaign advice to likely Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney.

During an interview with radio host Steve Gill on Monday, Cain called on Romney to pick tea party Rep. Allen West (R-FL) as his vice presidential nominee.

"He is well spoken," Cain explained. "He is direct. People in Florida love him. He has a huge following. He is from Florida. Florida is going to be one of those key states. Most importantly, Col. Allen West is a dedicated patriot. He served in the military and he's willing to serve his country some more. I know that there might be some push back on his part because he's just in his first term being a United States congressman."