Comments on: Sources: Richardson to drop out of White House race

By: Diane

Diane — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:45:46 +0000

Anonymous, when's the last time you had a job interview where they told you experience doesn't count? (And I'm sure your job, if you have one, is nowhere near as challenging as Leader of the Free World.)

By: Canadian

Canadian — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 22:00:31 +0000

To all Americans.
It is heartening to see the energy and participation in this Presidencial election by many more Americans compared to the usual 'apathy' that grips a people tired of the old games of selfish politicians.
Please realize that the World has changed with economic globalization. What happens in the country with the World's largest economy and the World's most powerful military affects literally every person on Earth.
We Canadians are used to catching a cold when you sneeze, but like I said, now the whole World can catch the cold.
So, do your duty as American citizens and now also as the people who can have the greatest influence for good or bad on every human being. The World needs to trust America again.

By: Legate Damar

Legate Damar — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 20:47:31 +0000

I was very sad to see Richardson's performances. I believe that he is the most qualified person from either party as well as being my second-best fit on the issues.

By: C. Spradley

C. Spradley — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 20:17:17 +0000

Geez, CNN doesn't even let Richarson finish his speech. More blather between anchors and reporters.

By: C. Spradley

C. Spradley — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 20:06:30 +0000

So, Anonymous, you wouldn't mind if your surgeon had never performed surgery before.

By: Tom Masters

Tom Masters — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:54:50 +0000

I'm glad he's out this quickly, now if we can get ALL of the other non-candidates out so we can actually get down to biz, that would be great.

Dave Brown, that would be clever on either side, but almost none of them are that smart bro, sorry.

By: Anonymous

Anonymous — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:45:32 +0000

Being President of the United States has nothing to do with being experienced. It's about the ability to lead this nation and the free world. I expect the President of the United States to have character, confidence, tolerance, be a critical thinker, purposeful, and enthusiatic.

I am voting for Barack Obama. I believe he is the kind of leader our nation needs and the world we live in today needs.

I can see a world where President Obama can sit down with the citizens in Rapid City, South Dakota and talk about growing the local economy.

I can see a world where President Obama can visit San Antonio, Texas and celebrate Cinco de Mayo with tens of thousands of people.

i can see a world where President Obama can visit Inkster High School in Inkster, Michigan and make a huge impact on the student body.

And most important I can see President Obama visiting Iraq and sitting down with all the politicians to bring that country into a true democratic society.

I believe Obama gets it. The President is suppose to serve the people.

We need a servant.

By: Bob

Bob — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:35:53 +0000

The Mainstream Media is Against Gravel

Yesterday I posted that Richardson may endorse Gravel with his 5% support and it was not posted. This is just another example of the mainstream media CNN the Clinton News Network being against the minor candidates.

Gravel 08!

By: shelly

shelly — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 18:19:24 +0000

Clinton/Richardson '08 Would be awesome!! I would also like to see Clinton/Obama, however, I think the latter will never happen now.......

Shelly

By: John T, Omaha, NE

John T, Omaha, NE — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 18:15:07 +0000

Frankly, the only negative thing I can think of with regards to Richardson was his early claim at a debate that the troops could be removed from Iraq in under 200 days (he was quickly denounced by his peers on stage). Other than that, the man is intelligent, articulate, and experienced. He just got into a race with too many other potential firsts: 'first black president', and 'first female president'. If the democratic lineup were as generic as the 'old white men' that the Republicans have, Richardson would have really stood out. I don't advocate voting or not voting for a candidate b/c of gender or race, they are trivial. However, the media really fixates on these types of anomalies in a presidential candidate, and this might have given Bill much needed exposure. Too bad.

By: Sharyn, CT

Sharyn, CT — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 17:49:53 +0000

Apparently having the best resume doesn't make you qualified for the presidency anymore.......

By: Dave Brown

Dave Brown — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 17:06:54 +0000

Too bad about Richardson, but inevitable.

When I watched the Democratic debate from NH (Clinton, Obama, Edwards, and Richardson) I reacted with: WOW - here are 4 extremely talented people! I want ALL FOUR!

So here's how I want it to work: First place winner gets to be President. Second place winner gets to be VPresident. Third place winner (likely Edwards) gets to be Attorney General. Fourth place winner (likely Richardson) gets to be Secretary of State.

Now wouldn't that be a kick-butt ticket?

By: Jay Graham, Dallas, TX

Jay Graham, Dallas, TX — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 16:58:04 +0000

Now that Richardson is out, it will be tough on Hilary to shield the attacks from Edwards and Obama. Bill came to her rescue during the last debate when Obama and Edawards ganged up to attack her. That was one of the reasons women did not vote Obama and Edawrds who was thrown 3rd. If Edwards don't take SC, he is out.

By: Len, Fallbrook, CA

Len, Fallbrook, CA — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 16:51:51 +0000

Tough decisions now the best and most qualified three candidates on the Dem side have dropped out, namely Dobbs, Biden, and Richardson.

Hillary...

No defined measurable experience
No defined tough decision making background
Never really managed/lead anything or anybody
Can't wait to go to war with the GOP if elected, don't think we need that.
Will raise taxes, create more entitlements, and raise taxes again
For Illegal immigration and amnesty

Obama...

No defined measurable experience
Promotes "change", but the specifics on what will change, and how it will change is in short order.
No defined tough decision making background Never really managed/lead anything or anybody
Votes present quite a bit, that is not a decision
Will raise taxes, create more entitlements, and raise taxes again
For Illegal immigration and amnesty
Believes in God, but gets a pass on that, unlike Huckabee

John.....

No defined measurable experience
No defined tough decision making background
Been unemployed for all practical purposes for the last few years
Will raise taxes, create more entitlements, and raise taxes again
For Illegal immigration and amnesty

There is a trend here

There is a reason the senators do poorly in the election no matter what the party.
They have minimal, if any leadership and managerial skills.
They would never be contenders for any CEO position of any company of consequence.
The purpose of a senator is to represent his/her people, a trait forgotten by all of them.
In reality all they do is move money from one entitlement program to another to buy votes and raise taxes when the run out of money so they can buy more votes.
If the Dems really want a shot at the White House you had better draft Biden otherwise you will be looking in from the outside again.

As an independent I would not vote for any of the current Dem candidates

By: Marti, FL

Marti, FL — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 16:35:05 +0000

Governor Richardson is to be commended for his candidacy. With the diverse range of qualified candidates in our field, it has made me so proud to be a Democrat. My former Republican Party has only catered to generic cookie-cutters in this primary with each one resembling Bush in too many ways. Our country is ready to move forward, and we have tremendous opportunity ahead of us at the prospect of making history with one of our Democratic frontrunners as president. It gives me great hope and inspiration to be an American again, which has been missing for far too long. God bless our country!

By: Karen

Karen — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 16:33:00 +0000

Of course he's dropping out. The media (special interest group) refused to market him. Sad, the same old same old. Way to go CNN for your equal coverage of the candidates.

By: Marilyn Bryan, Taylor, AR

Marilyn Bryan, Taylor, AR — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 16:06:15 +0000

Experience isn't always measured by "political experience". As first lady of
Arkansas, Hillary Clinton worked harder for the welfare of children than many
of those elected to office. Her support from and by Arkansans far exceeds that of former Gov. Huckabee, both financially and otherwise. Her efforts, as first lady of the nation, toward bringing affordable health care to all was stymied by those
with greater lobbying ability and deeper pockets.
Personality and charisma are not prerequisites for becoming a great president, witness the outcome of Pres. Bush's years in office. An open mind, the ability to learn, and the appointment of persons interested in the welfare of all Americans, not a chosen few are.
Education and health care are the main issues facing a far greater number of
Americans today, and will remain so regardless of whom is elected.
Alleviating the situation in Iraq is mostly up to Iraqis. Most Americans supported
Pres. Bush in the beginning, due to misinformation and a misguided sense of
patriotism.
Those who tout the "good economies" of the Reagan and Bush II administrations
were/are not looking at the balance sheet.
This is not a personality nor a beauty contest, but a race to determine who has
the determination, the ability, and the knowledge to withstand the hardest tests.
For those of us who have known Hillary Clinton best and longest, there is no
doubt that she can and will.

By: share

share — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:57:14 +0000

I AM LOOKING FORWARD FOR RICHARDSON TO ENDORSE HILLIARY FOR THE PRESIDENCY BECAUSE SHE IS FOR NON-DOCUMENTARY ALIENS HERE IS ANERUCA SO THAT ALL LATINO'S AND SPANISH DECENDENT COULD BENEFIT IN THE LONG RUN WITH HER CANDIDACY -PRESIDENCY.

By: Jay, Connecticut

Jay, Connecticut — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:48:26 +0000

Its sad that the most qualified candidate on either side is forced out of the race because it has come down to just another Hollywood show.

By: Paul

Paul — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:43:39 +0000

Okay, I'm a Richardson supporter – have been loyally for a year. I think I see the logic behind the idea that he might take a break from the campaign, or rather that he will drop out and then NOT ENDORSE ANYONE UNTIL AFTER SUPER TUESDAY. This man HAS to be the VP candidate or the country will be in the garbage disposal of world diplomacy by 2010. So, he waits until he sees which side the chips fall on Super Tuesday, and in the process he saves his money so that he has something to contribute to whichever campaign he joins. I personally hope it's Obama, but frankly I'd take Hilary/Richardson over Obama/Biden any day. Biden was a disaster in the campaign, far worse than Richardson, horribly arrogant and instantly attackable by the Republicans as the quinessential DC insider, toffee-nosed east-coast aristocrat (remember what happened to Kerry in 04?). If Obama wins and goes with Biden then the whole message of hope and change is gone – he wouldn't be that stupid.
Richardson is going to go back to sit in the Governors mansion in Santa Fe and wait to play the offers against each other and the country will be the better for it.

On another note, all the wierd extremists on the message board who take issue with a policy that puts human rights ahead of jingoistic so-called "national security" are deeply troubling to me. To quote a great comedian, for them the Enlightenment was just something that happened to other people. We have to respect human rights first and foremost – its a question of world security not "national" security – whatever that means?

By: Liz

Liz — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:43:31 +0000

This is what the national media will do to the BEST person to win the White House. Bill has the best experience and knowledge to be able to lead the country in a new positive direction on day one!

I am hoping that one day he will get the media attention that he deserves and will again run for president.

He had my vote in NH and will have it agin the next time he runs for office!!

By: Jack K.

Jack K. — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:36:16 +0000

Bill Richardson would rather eat his own underwear than accept a postion witha Hillary Clinton administration!!

I wonder–can doe we really SEE: how "unrepresentative"she and OpraBamas are of the majority of people that the Demcratic Party purports to represent?

By: Dan

Dan — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:30:22 +0000

sabrina, your comments about Obama supporters being "hateful people" are unfounded. If you check national polls, about 47% of Americans have very unfavorable views of Ms. Clinton. This is a reflection and product of her personality and actions. Its not about hate, its about being fed up.

As for Richardson, I see him going to the Obama camp, like most who served under the first Clinton adminsitration (very telling). His 5% would have swung NH and possibly ended the Clinton run. By exiting now, he assures to prevent a similar outcome in Nevada.

And in a General, he has a lot to offer Obama out west and among Hispanics (can you say Florida?).

The next question would be whether that swings Edwards to HRC's camp.

By: Money

Money — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:29:06 +0000

Good luck to you Gov. Richardson and thank you for always being a gentlemen which is more than I can say for a couple of other candidates. Hopefully, you will endorese Sen. Clinton, but even if you don't what will stand out with me is your maturity and respectufulness towards Sen. Clinton even when you disagreed with her polices/views. I'm Hispanic and I would have voted for you if I thought you had a chance in winning but America is not ready for us yet! Thanks also for taking the risk and running!

By: Pat Huntington NY

Pat Huntington NY — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:28:01 +0000

Bill Richardson said on the Logo Channel Debate that homosexuality is a choice...I say, good riddance Bill! Go back to your small corner of the nation.

By: Scott, Madison, WI

Scott, Madison, WI — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:27:05 +0000

Thank you, Bill. Your best moment was during one of the debates when you cut Mrs. Clinton off at the knees during her shrill defense displaying complete inexperience and inability to discuss, compromise or NEGOTIATE.

By: Wayne, Greenville TX

Wayne, Greenville TX — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:18:38 +0000

Georgia January 10, 2008 9:51 am ET

Breaking News: Obama in serious involvement with Illinois state lobbyist now under Federal indictment, Rezko, after several denials and contaradictory statements on him multiple times. Obama received significant campaign money from Rezko, despite public exposure in Illinois newspapers, is involved with him in a house purchase deal with Obama buying his house for 300,000 less, and has called him a friend in an interview with George S on ABC last May. This story was just broken on GMA on ABC by Brian Ross, investigative reporter. If you say that you are Mr. Clean in American Politics you must back it up with your own personal resume. This guy is as corrupt as any other and has lied to the Americans in his greed to be President. Remember the ols adage, don't throw stones from glasshouse. The chicken has come to roost Mr. Obama. No long are Mr. Clean Clean, but, you are a liar and quite simply a cheat.

Why on earth would we want Obama as a President???????

Hey, Georgia!!!

Your "Breaking News" story is over a year old!!! Here's a link to an article in teh Chicago Sun-Times that includes a question-and-answer session with barack Obama himself that shows that your "Breaking News" is yet another Karl Rove-style smear campaign.

Those interested in the truth should follow this link and read the article:

http://www.suntimes.com/news/politics/124171,CST-NWS-obama05.article

By: Bill, NY

Bill, NY — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:14:29 +0000

okey dokey, don't let the door hit you on the backside! later fool.

By: Frank, Waverly, NY

Frank, Waverly, NY — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:04:23 +0000

That is too bad. Richardson was the only democrat with any credentials. Now the democrats are going to give us a muslim and a hypocrite on their party's ticket.

By: S.B. Stein E.B. NJ

S.B. Stein E.B. NJ — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:59:56 +0000

Richardson was a good candidate. He did lack a lot of the charisma of Clinton, Obama or Edwards. I have to say that his speech patterns in the debates were a little slower than I would have hoped for from a presidential candidate; this is not to say that I don't think he is not intelligent. I think that he is smart.

If Richardson is willing to be a V.P., then the big three remaining (Clinton, Edwards and Obama) should consider him since he has a variety of experiences that could prove valuable to someone who has little direct foreign policy experience.

If I were his advisor, I would let it be clear that I would suggest he hold off on endorsing anyone until after Febuary is over. See who remains after that and look at what they have to say. If you like it, endorse the person; say nothing if you have reservation about the candidate.

By: sabrina

sabrina — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:53:17 +0000

Obama supporters seem to be very hateful people. On this thread, and others, i see nothing but vitriol from them. Is this what your candidate inspires in you?
This is supposed to be comments on the exit of Bill Richardson, is it not?
I for one, hope that Obama is not elected because of the people who trash all others with hatred in his name.
Good luck to Mr. Richardson in his future pursuits. He is a good and caring man.

By: Georgia

Georgia — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:51:44 +0000

Why on earth would we want Obama as a President???????

By: Glen, Boston, MA

Glen, Boston, MA — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:49:43 +0000

Of course young people aren't going to care that much about experience – look what it's gotten us. On paper, the Bush administration is the poster child of inside-the-beltway experience. That said, what experience did Bush have? Texas government barely ever meets. I think we need intelligence. You can learn on the job for this one.

Also, for everybody saying Americans are swept up in celebrity charisma and ignoring very respectable candidates, I'm not sure I agree. Richardson is a great politico, but not necessarily a great president. Great presidents have to be able to inspire people – they have to be the emotional center of the government. He's too immersed in the politics – which would make for a great cabinet level position or VP.

By: Elizabeth

Elizabeth — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:43:50 +0000

What will the point be of all the other primaries if everyone drops out after the first 4 or 5? By the time I get to vote in my state's primary, it will be down to probably the nominee for each party. Maybe starting the 2008 presidential campaign 12 months ago was jumping the gun a tad early?

By: Kevin

Kevin — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:31:27 +0000

Why are people so sad to see this guy drop out?? He's a complete idiot, I'm glad to see him go! Drivers licenses to illegals in New Mexico?? Come on...

By: Diane

Diane — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:29:24 +0000

I'm devastated. The Governer is clearly the most qualified man for the job, with the the most relevant experience. For the first time in my life I might not vote at all...the Clinton and Obama campaigns have been a 3-ring circus up here in NH and Governor Richardson was a breath of fresh air. When I hear that people voted for Obama because he's an "electrifying speaker" I'm reminded that so was Adolf Hitler. Being President of the USA is a difficult job and is not for beginners, no matter how good they sound from the soapbox.

By: FEG II BAL

FEG II BAL — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:27:22 +0000

I understand that we must know about who should or should not be elected but I wonder why Tvs keep showing only the fathr side of Obama which is black but never shows his mother family?, is it not discrimination, is it not something against his campaign. Mother and Father are both dead why going to Kenya everyday is so important at this moment?

By: Ron

Ron — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:23:22 +0000

Bill,
Thank you for your service to America. We'll miss you.
We'll see you again next year, in a Democratic administration!
New Mexico is a beautiful state.

Ron

By: Jack K.

Jack K. — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:23:02 +0000

It's a shame. Mr. Richardson is a good hearted individual–and would be a nice reprieve from GW Bush.

Sadly, he was beaten out by the educational elites and financial elites of the Democratic Party–who are staking their claims on Obama and Clinton.

This leaves only one candidate–not IVY LEAGUE connected nor BIG MONEY connected–to finish the job of electing a President who truly has the interests of ALL AMERICANS within his agenda.

The poor, the hourly wage earners, the outsourced thousands, the construction workers, the service workers, non-professional health workers–are as much a part of the trend occuring right now towards Obama/Hillary–as hamburger is to mackeral!!

Only one man has stood up with a MANDATE that he will represent the OTHER AMERICA who works hard, but can't seem to get ahead of the rising (almost obscenely so) costs of health care, essential services/utilities, food, shelter, and fuel–as the special interests continue to squeeze as much profit as the nation can bear–then a little more. When the profits dry up from cost-cutting at home–then American labor is the very next thing to be "outsourced" to nations with unfair labor/trade laws.

It's time for a change. Not just little changes–but BIG CHANGES–life changing change–that is meaningful–and will steer our nation in a new direction!!

There is only one candidate who is willing to take up this mantle.
Although his AGENDA FOR CHANGE has been hijacked by both other DEM and some GOP candidates–the "real thing" is still John Edwards.

I pray our brothers and sisters in MI, SC, FL can see the difference.

He is still not accepting any money from SI groups (social or political) so your donations to help drive this campaign of REAL CHANGE FOR WORKING AMERICANS would be sorely appreciated. I send him a little from every check.

For the first time my lifetime as a voter–I've got a candidate in John Edwards who inspires me with his desire to re-engineer Washington back to what our founding fathers intended.

As a retired military veteran with nearly 30 years of service–I've served under 7 Presidents. By far, Edwards is the best example of what the American people have been hoping for I've seen come along. Don't be swayed by waffling messages–tied to the most recent poll data.

John Edwards–like Coca Cola is the REAL THING.

I urge my Democratic colleagues to rethink their future and their childrens future–before another great man falls by the wayside–and we end up, again, with a President who promises much–but is too tied to the upper crust to really make the meaningful changes!!

By: Wayne, Greenville TX

Wayne, Greenville TX — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:15:04 +0000

carol January 9, 2008 7:39 pm ET

I am sorry to see Governor Richardson leave the campaign for the presidency. I don't understand why such a great American is overlooked. It seems like accomplished and experienced leaders are overlooked. Not only Richardson, but Biden and Dodd! It is such a shame. I hope the next president is a democrat and he or she puts these men to work in government positions where their talents can be best used to bring us together as Americans and to return our country to a respectful position in the world.

Some people are best at heading up a team, Carol – others are best as team members. I think that when it's all said and done, either Hillary Clinton or Barack Obama will get the Democratic nomination and win the presidency in November. And when the winner is putting together his or her cabinet, I would expect to see the other candidates tapped for cabinet posts.

For example, Bill Richardson should be considered for Secretary of State, based on his diplomatic experience. Joe Biden and Christopher Dodd should also be considered, due to their many years on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.

Mike Gravel might be good at heading up the Department of Energy or the Department of the Interior, based on his many years of experience in Alaska politics.

And John Edwards might make a good Attorney General.

By: robert herbert

robert herbert — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:14:14 +0000

what a shame!!! this guy is charismatic,good negotiator,well prepared and
excellent person.
hillary or obama for president.

By: Mark in OKC

Mark in OKC — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:03:54 +0000

The loss of Governor Richardson from the race is a loss for our nation, particularly when our nation is though of in such low esteem throughout the world due to the last 7 years of W's dynasty. While democrats should be proud of the filed of candidates we have, and the fact that Clinton, Obama and Edwards would be good choices over any of the republican candidates, it is the media in great part that must take a serious look at how they conducted themselves during the past year.

Bill Richardson is without question the most qualified person to lead this nation back to diplomacy and the road to energy independence. The media decided early on to make rock starts our of Hillary and Obama – clearly seen throughout the debates a most questions were for them.

While either Hillary or Obama will serve our country well, as President, is is clear we have lost an opportunity to have the most experienced individual take the mantle of the democrats. If the remaining candidates do some real soul searching, Governor Richardson would be the number 1 pick for the VP spot – if he would accept it.

Good run at it BR!

By: Ron

Ron — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 14:01:17 +0000

Ok, I have a question about the total delegates each candidate earned thus far, can someone help? If Iowa and NH have a total of 84 delegates (D), how do the candidates end up Clinton/183 and Obama/78, for example?

By: Jim

Jim — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 13:55:47 +0000

I heard he had a bad cleft pallete....that's why he's dropping out.

By: Whobama?

Whobama? — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 13:55:28 +0000

Do the country a favor, Governor... don't go near that Kool-Aid pushing crock, Obama. Hillary is the best choice for America, and you know it. Throw your support toward a candidate who can truly affect change in this country, a candidate whose resume speaks volumes.

Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton for President!

By: HH, Pittsburgh, PA

HH, Pittsburgh, PA — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 13:39:23 +0000

OK, Mr. You shouted: "REMEMBER, HILLARY'S POLICY BROUGHT RIGHTS FOR WOMEN." What "policy" and what "rights for women?" LOL, this isn't 1920. Please explain your ridiculous remark.

By: Simon

Simon — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 13:38:12 +0000

I didn't like his pullout strategy – too much too soon, and he didn't back the fence. But he had a very affable persona, had good fights with Biden at the debates (though I'm glad Joe win them), and undoubtedly has a good deal of experience. A missed opportunity in many respects....

By: teanne

teanne — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 13:29:08 +0000

Just look what a trashy backwards state NM is...and this guy wants to run the country...oh my...

By: Bill W - PA

Bill W - PA — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 13:10:46 +0000

It's the smart thing for him to do. The media has this down to a 2 person race, Clinton and Obama – they're the only ones any stories are being reported for. You wouldn't even know antyone else was running on the Democratic side. Edwards will definitely be next. While Richardson has gone out of his way to back Clinton and might give what little money and support he has left to Clinton – I'd virtually guarnatee Edwards will back Obama. And Edwards has way more support to give than Richardson does anyway.

By: lcb

lcb — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 13:09:22 +0000

Last time we heard the word "uniter" we got Bush!!! Another on the job training, please, this country cannot afford it!!! EXPERIENCE, is what is needed. Bill had it, now the only person that can deliver is Clinton. Change with experience!