February 4, 2008
Posted: February 4th, 2008 09:46 AM ET
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(CNN) - He and Bill Clinton spent Sunday night together watching the Super Bowl, but New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson said Monday he's not ready to make an endorsement in the presidential race.

"I have extremely high regard for both candidates," Richardson said on CNN's American Morning. "Last night, President Clinton and I got together to watch the Super Bowl here in New Mexico. We're two friends getting together, we enjoyed the game.

"I'm trying to decide, I have, as I said, enormous respect for both candidates," Richardson continued. "I know Sen. Clinton well. I've gotten to know Sen. Obama well. But I never felt that the endorsement of one politician towards the other makes much difference, it's how they connect with voters."

But the former presidential candidate left the door open for a possible endorsement soon, saying he was going to "focus on this in the next few days."

"I am now a free man, I can do whatever I want. I am not trying to be coy. I just want to focus on who's best for this country, who's best for America," he said.

Richardson also commented on his new appearance since exiting the campaign trail nearly a month ago.

"Since I got out of the race I've been decompressing by being a governor and growing this beard," he said. "I know it doesn't look so good, but maybe it will get better."

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Adam   February 5th, 2008 1:40 pm ET

Richardson's lack of endorsement say's volumes and if his endorsement mattered it would have mattered today in New Mexico.

I think Bill knows Richardson won't endorse hillary and sunday was all about making sure he didn't endorse obama. Richardson endorses obama yesterday = obama hispanic victory today and hillary would lose a weapon against obama that he can't unite hispanics which will play into a general election arguement for hillary if exit polls show that.

At the same time Obama can't be mad at Richardson for not endorsing simply because of his very close connections to Bill.

Richardson left the door open for a strong obama showing in New Mexico rather than endorsing Hillary and making sure it didn't happen. Obama knows that.

Sometimes the best move is to stand pat. Richardson being a wise negotiator recognized his best position one thats also best for his state as the candidates have to promise his citizens things that will get their vote.

Plus the longer he holds out the more national media coverage he gets and he doesn't have to offend either side while increasing his national profile. His ability to influence the hispanic community outside NM isn't tested and he moves closer and closer to being the media crowned prince of hispanics in america. Which would be a powerful position to inhabit over the next 20 years.

Villaragosa with his early endorsement should take notes on how the endorsement game is really played. He could have gotten major national media endorsing clinton this week along with a protracted run up to who he'ld endorse. Instead he's a footnote.

lou   February 5th, 2008 5:22 am ET

There is only one clear change and hope for this country.
Barack Obama Lets make history and change the world!

Hope LV,NV   February 5th, 2008 5:12 am ET

I love the beard. Muy Caliente!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Jason   February 5th, 2008 3:15 am ET

Going with Hillary
Really aprreciate people seeing that Hillary will be the best bet....

Going to vote in an hour via e-mail...Finally.......

Hillary08.

Mike Frazier   February 5th, 2008 1:25 am ET

Veronica,

"I also believe that he will be able to handle foreign matters better than any other candidate because he has "life experience" dealing with foreigners as he is bascially one himself."

Your post is largely well-written (cynics might say "scripted"), but this is ridiculous.

Dr. Feelgood,

"Senator Clair McCaskill of Missouri has recently endorsed Obama. She was not going to endorse either candidate because he advisors helped her weigh the risks and rewards of siding with either powerful Clinton or charismatic Obama. So, she agreed to stay neutral. THEN, her 18 year old daughter who has a crush on Obama warned her mother that if she did not step up and endorse Obama, "I'm never talking to you again". I'm not making this up. Read the Feb 11 edition of Time magazine. Her daughter told Claire that she noticed how she teared up whenever she listened to Obama speak."

If Senator McCaskill lets her daughter push her around like this - and I'm guessing that she does, else why would her daughter think such a threat would be effective - then Missouri is in trouble. I'm glad I don't live there.

Michelle Matthews   February 5th, 2008 1:14 am ET

Easy decision- Gov Richardson- go ahead and endorse Hillary. You know she is the only candidate to lead. She speaks to the people and listens to their voices . You are a proponent of experience and we all know that Hillary has the experience to put our country in the right direction. Hillary 08!

MJoy   February 5th, 2008 1:01 am ET

It is scary to see that Clair McCakill's son had to threaten his mother with his silence if she did not endorse Barack and Caroline admits not paying attention until her children pointed him out to her and we know that Ted was punishing Bill for not listening to him... mmm is this the way we are to decide our next president? I do not think so- Hillary Clinton is the best candidate -she is prepared, she is ready and she is the unifier -she repeatedly is asking the Democrates to remember who we are and we are one party and we want to regain the White House and make a difference. Do not be swayed by those who get the media atttention-Bobby Kennedy's family-Kathleen, Kerry and Robert Jr and Ceasar Chaez grandson are supporting Hillary Clinton -they work with her and know she is the one that is making a difference.

GO HILLARY -MADAME PRESIDENT and Bill Richardson and JohnEdwards please support Hillary Clinton for President and become part of the solution for our ONE AMERICA!!! Thanks! I thought both of you were great folks on the campaign trail!!!!

Peggy from Indiana   February 5th, 2008 12:01 am ET

Did anyone notice Bill Richardson's facial expressions and body language while Bill Clinton entertained media on yesterday? And was it merely coincidence that media happened to be present at the lodge where Mr. Clinton and Mr. Richardson were watching the Super Bowl? Bill Richardson was obviously uncomfortable with the whole set-up and appeared to just "go along" because Bill Clinton requested he do so. Perhaps Bill Clinton was capitalizing on some of those "bipartisan favors" owed him from Bill Richardson. Things that make you go "hmmm".

Mary Fulcher   February 4th, 2008 11:37 pm ET

Hillary Clinton–Is the real deal for President in 08.

ks   February 4th, 2008 11:01 pm ET

He's just waiting to see who got the hispanic vote.

Kathy   February 4th, 2008 10:37 pm ET

The beard looks great! Now endorse Obama! :)

Alecki   February 4th, 2008 10:29 pm ET

Please vote for experience.

CNN, stop your "not support Hillary" campaign

Erica   February 4th, 2008 10:07 pm ET

The fact that he has not already endorsed Hillary is telling....afterall he knows her. He was in the Clinton Administration. Could it be he doesn't like what he saw in her then, and thinks she is not right for the Democrat nomination? Ask yourselves, where are all the endorsements for Hillary from the Democrat establishement? Where are all the endorsements for Hillary from former Clinton Administration officials? Think people, THINK!

Jose Card - Independent   February 4th, 2008 9:23 pm ET

35 years of bad experience is much worse than no experience.
Governor Richardson, don't fall for V.P. for Hillary!
Just ask Al Gore!
But she won't have a chance after the soap opera the Clintons put us all to shame.

Obama/Richardson!

Thomas   February 4th, 2008 9:19 pm ET

I think he'll endorse Hillary because he ran on the same principle as Hillary: real results trump empty rhetoric.

Hillary Supporter!   February 4th, 2008 8:55 pm ET

I HOPE YOU PICK HILLARY! EVERYONE KNOWS SHE'S THE BEST CHOICE! GO HILLARY!

Anonymous   February 4th, 2008 8:54 pm ET

I HOPE YOU PICK HILLARY! EVERYONE KNOWS SHE'S THE BEST CHOICE! GO HILLARY!

shelley   February 4th, 2008 8:49 pm ET

What do we know about Hillary? We know that she is experienced in Foreign Policy and has been to geopolitical summits all over the world. We also know that she is an experienced politician who has successfully maneuvered through the political minefields of Washington. But do you know that she has fought for children's and women's welfare for many years (even before it was politically correct). In addition, she began the universal healthcare movement over ten years ago before it was on anyone's radar. She has always fought for the welfare of others both here and abroad.
Compare that with what we know about Barack? We know that he is a junior senator of 4 years...and that's about all. We don't know enough about his past because he is not forthcoming. It makes one wonder what he has to hide. I see many young women infatuated with him to the point of pressuring their parents to vote for him, i.e. Maria Shriver. I see many people mesmerized by his rhetoric and being led astray. As one night time commentator put it, "He is an empty vessel".
We as Americans need to take a clear look at our candidates for the Democratic party and make decisions based on what we know not what we are sold.

maxm McGloin   February 4th, 2008 8:30 pm ET

Bill

I really hope Obama wins and picks you as his running mate! I think you two would be a great team. Now that is a dream ticket.

Max

David   February 4th, 2008 8:29 pm ET

John Q, I think you're afraid of Hillary's authority. Grow a backbone and be willing to take leap of faith that someone with a name other than "clinton" can run the country.

yns   February 4th, 2008 8:28 pm ET

I Support Hillary! I hope others do, too! She is the only candidate with ANY substance to her speaches. I am NOT looking to be inspired – I am looking for someone who has some solutions, who wants to be proactive and wants to take care of the people in our country! Hillary is the only one I have heard this message from. She has plans – DETAILED PLANS! Her personal life is her personal life and should not be factored into any decision into whether or not she is the most qualified for the job!

In the end, I do hope people can think for themselves and make a decision without the influence of the newspapers, magazines, television, and "star" endorsers.

Veronica from Albuquerque   February 4th, 2008 8:26 pm ET

Who ever offers Mr. Richardson a job is who he will endorse. Richardson only thinks about what's in it for him. He has not done a good job in NM as far as I am concerned. It seems he has more in common with Obama that only thinks of himself also. With the Kennedys, Oprah and all of the other idiots that seem to know it all "good luck to the USA. "

Pam Dallas TX   February 4th, 2008 7:32 pm ET

Like the beard Governor. It's going to look great on your Vice-Presidential portrait.

lisa   February 4th, 2008 7:07 pm ET

Governor Richardson,
Politics is a tough game to play. It is nasty, and dirty!! This may sound naive, even though I am far from that. Why can't the politicians answer a question straight across the board. Plain and simple. Not what they think we want to hear. Do they think we will not see through them? or we will buy their bull? And they wonder why the American people don't trust politicians or worse they don't vote because they feel their vote don't count.

What I find scary about Obama is the fact that most people that I have spoken with in person and online do not know what he stands for. They don't know the facts. They are just following........why?? I ask them that question and they can't answer the question. So, I ask them about the candidates democratic or republican and they haven't even read about them or even looked into them.......what is that about?? All I have to say is, I am really scared as to where this country is going!! People need to be informed and not follow blindly.

I really liked you, and was sorry to see that you dropped out. I thought you would have done well. I hope your decision is an informed one.

Lisa

early voter   February 4th, 2008 7:04 pm ET

After a lot of thought and soul searching, I followed my gut felling and voted
for … Hillary!

Go Hillary! You have the goods!

S. Hunt   February 4th, 2008 6:35 pm ET

Each candidate has pages and pages of endorsements. While I like knowing exactly who is for who, it does not matter when deciding who I'll vote for. Once the primary is over, all of those who have endorsed one or the other, will all be for the winning candidate.

C   February 4th, 2008 6:30 pm ET

The only wise choice to be made her is not to say anything. Thank you Mr. Richardson for not contributing to the division running through your party caused by over the hill politicians participating in bandwagon jumping. Frankly, it's tacky.

The only thing that is "clear" in this situation is Mr. Richardson's obvious integrity, which others who have weighed in "clearly" do NOT have.

janet   February 4th, 2008 6:27 pm ET

The last words heard by this nation at the Democratic Convention, ran by
Richardson of New Mexico. He said and was heard by all " wheres the f ______
balloons?" I can not believe that the citizens of this country would allow this
or even consider this idiot in any position. Thank God he is no longer in the
race.

Gavin   February 4th, 2008 6:21 pm ET

Richardson knows and believes in Hillary Clinton.... and her husband's adminstration.... IF HE DIDN'T HE WOULD HAVE QUIT...

....So I believe he will ultimately SUPPORT SENATOR CLINTON !

no more cloudy days   February 4th, 2008 5:59 pm ET

agree with previous comment; be careful what bandwagon u jump on; u might fall off as it moves forward and realize u hurt yourself! but it will be too late.

no more cloudy days   February 4th, 2008 5:57 pm ET

hopefully he realizes that 2 clinton's are better than one obama. what truman said to jfk- be patieint!!

Dawn   February 4th, 2008 5:56 pm ET

I thought by the fact Gov. Richardson waited until the day after Hillary got into the race he displayed a political respect for her and giving way for a Cabinet position again if he did not catch a lead in the race.
Obama, on the other hand, stepped out prior to her announcement which probably soured the Clinton Machime against him forever regardless of the nice verbal tea party on CNN the other evening.
I would imagine Gov. Richardson will support Hillary but it will be after President Clinton's verbal judo escapade has subsided.

Diane   February 4th, 2008 5:52 pm ET

Every one keeps saying that we need someone with extensive experience in Washington. Look at the mess we are in now and they were all very experienced "washington politicians" Enough said!

Abdul Olufowobi   February 4th, 2008 5:36 pm ET

Wasting of time that's exactly who bill richardson to everyone out there as far as i'm concern probably he thought he'll swing this election towards his former boss that'll be nonsense idealogy thinking running inside his brain. Obama i'll be president regardless whatever decision he makes on the endorsement "YES. WE. CAN" that'll be song from coast to coast; sea to sea that's the message around the world change & hope is what's happening in america we're going stick with those three words till the end.

Mark   February 4th, 2008 5:27 pm ET

Well, If Obama wins, I'm voting for McCain.. I think Hillary is telling people to wait to help her out, so she can have a huge blast before texas

Kiki   February 4th, 2008 5:27 pm ET

It's obvious that everyone close to Hillary is jumping ship. Makes me wonder why? Also, Susan Sarandon, a VERY vocal feminist said she doesn't know if Hillary is the right woman for the job. I love Susan, and I'm also a feminist and I don't think Hillary is the right woman for the job.

Obama 08

wow the haters   February 4th, 2008 5:17 pm ET

Yes people do know hillary well .. she is an open book .. your concern should be that the bandwagon everyone seems to be jumping on ..... NO ONE KNOWS .... wasn't the anti-christ suppose to emerge into power this dynamically ... like out of left field ?

Every God fearing Christian in this country Democrat and Republican should not listen to anyone's opinion and pray about their decision .. one never knows who you might be supporting.

carrie   February 4th, 2008 5:13 pm ET

obama is full of it- hes going to do this and that -he has no idea-where's he getting the money for all his plans?? Richardson isnt saying cause he will follow in suit. And that's it. What makes Obama sooo different. Because he is a preacher?? Change and everyone declares "hallulejah, a genious!! Wow, the incarnation of Kennedy! Give me a break–He was no experience and he will be eaten alive with McCain's 35 years+ his knowledge and he's a war hero. Once they really drill Obama, he will stutter more to find answers. Clinton is the only won that stands a chance. She knows her stuff and I sure dont want Obama in office that talks the talk but doesnt know how to walk!

Progressive   February 4th, 2008 5:13 pm ET

Marie, if we had someone in office with the mindset of Obama, which is to work with friends AND enemies, we may have found out that Saddam was full of hot air in regards to WMD. It was all talk, there was no intelligence of WMD, and people that jump the gun, fell for it, including Hillary. Peace not violence.

I've said this before in a blog and I'll say again. There is a major difference in supporting the war and supporting our troops. Once we were at war, yes, Obama voted to fund the war so that our troops had proper equipment and such. You will see that he has voted against sending a blank check to Bush the last couple of times because Bush has no intention of getting out of there anytime soon.

Educate first, post second.

EP   February 4th, 2008 5:07 pm ET

All this guy has wanted for the last 10 years is to be president. Who has a North Korean delegation come meet with the governor of New Mexico? You're not a bad guy Bill, but please recognize your endorsement is not worth a can of beans. You are just trying to preserve the last few glimmers of your fading limelight.

Nancy TC   February 4th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

All Super Delegates should wait or have waited until after all of the primaries.

Too bad Kerry and Teddy thought of themselves first.

Teddy really wanted that job in the Oval Office and thinks he will finally get the chance.

My vote is for Hillary! And no, my children did not have to talk me into it.

harry   February 4th, 2008 4:50 pm ET

when down fall comes like bush ,its the people caused it,because they make
bad choice to chose the right president, look back in the 90s , good people does good things, in 2000s bad choice bring us in bad days , people lost there retirement in company 401k, jobs, health care,housing,wars for oil, the world hate us, all because of the people make the wrong choice of chosing the right person for the president.

CHERIAN THOMAS   February 4th, 2008 4:45 pm ET

Hillary needs support of spanish people, Bill Richardson will get a chance to become her VP.

OB WIN   February 4th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

Richardson, Join the Change! Lets get the change in DC from WhiteHouse to BlackHouse! You will be proud to be part of the history.

Margaret A.   February 4th, 2008 4:41 pm ET

I believe that Hillary best represents the issues that Gov. Richardson's
voters are most concerned about.

Margaret A.   February 4th, 2008 4:34 pm ET

I believe that Hillary best represents the essues that Gov. Richardson's
voters are most concerned about.

Jak   February 4th, 2008 4:26 pm ET

We have a split household... Parents for Clinton, soon-to-be-voting teen (17, but will be 18 for the general) for Obama.

Sensible   February 4th, 2008 4:21 pm ET

Hey CNN, Richardson is your victim!!! You side with Obama which is premature and inferior to RIchardson so this fine guy didn't get enough coverage. If, God forbids, Obama becomes president, CNN is to blame!!!

MARYLOU JONES   February 4th, 2008 3:52 pm ET

GOVENOR RICHARDSON, NOW IS THE TIME TO ENDORSE HILLARY CLINTON. WHAT GOOD IS AN ENDORSEMENT AFTER THE FACT? VOTE HILLARY CLINTON FOR PRESIDENT! GO HILLARY!

Vic   February 4th, 2008 3:45 pm ET

The unsuccessful Democratic presidential candidates agreed they would not endorse anyone until after the primaries. So from where it can be seen from the clearest point of all is that Governor Bill Richardson did what he did just inches from endorsing Hillary Clinton. Bill Richardson is not of the ilk of those who professed a loyalty to Hillary and the former president husband - then turned around and shoved in the shiv. Now we're hearing from two of the women of influence that their Obama endorsement was because their "children made us do it." What next?

Jimmy O   February 4th, 2008 3:44 pm ET

God bless America. Bill's reluctance to endorse Hillary, the spouse of his "very good friend", that he has known for so many years is very telling. Bill Richardson, Al Gore & co all know Hillary very well, and should have endorsed her now if they felt that was the right thing to do. Waiting to see how things go tomorrow is a message to me that Should Hillary win the nomination, McCain baby!

John Q.   February 4th, 2008 3:34 pm ET

Obama needs experience first. He touts himself as an outsider, but he needs to be in the real world of politics before he can govern effectively. If Obama is elected president, he will be eaten alive by the "senior" democrats, who are, by the way, afraid of Hillary's authority.

alisha   February 4th, 2008 3:16 pm ET

OPRAH FOR PRESIDENT

WHAT KIND OF DEMOCRACY???????????????????

Atobra, MN   February 4th, 2008 2:29 pm ET

hillary will win

former NM resident   February 4th, 2008 2:28 pm ET

Gov. Richardson – I wish you had just hung in there until Super Tuesday – you had my vote. It's smart not to endorse either Hillary or Obama yet. I'm sure whoever wins the nomination will chose you as vice president, after all, you were the most qualified candidate for president. You did great things to move New Mexico forward as governor (the media, while focusing only on Hillary and Obama, didn't mention most of your accomplishments), and you'll do great things as vice president. By the way, I voted for you each time you ran for NM governor.

Rafi, NY NY   February 4th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

Basquale made a really good point: New Mexico's primary is tomorrow, which means Bill Richardson is voting tomorrow. Will he only have made up his mind about who he'll endorse a few days after he votes for someone?

Joann   February 4th, 2008 2:23 pm ET

Who cares about his endorsement. Keep it! They are all playing games with each other. You can bet if Richardson was ahead he would want their vote now. Their all back stabbers.

jp/michigan   February 4th, 2008 2:02 pm ET

Richardson and Edwards are holding out to whom ever gives them the best position in their cabinet or as running mate.

R.M.   February 4th, 2008 2:01 pm ET

If he were to endorse Hillary, he would have done eons ago. Just the fact that he is willing to spend the evening with Bill but not endorse Hillary is a testement to the fact that he is leaning towards Obama.. That is what politicians do!!

Don   February 4th, 2008 1:53 pm ET

Tammy Bruce said that voting for McCain is like rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic.

Scott Smith   February 4th, 2008 1:02 pm ET

It's getting a little late, Bill. If someone pulls ahead after Feb 5th, those endorsements mean squat. It's the people who had the courage to come out NOW, when the stakes were high, when they were putting their political careers on the line, that actually had some courage.

No more political dynasties. No Bushes. No Clintons. We don't need the same two families controlling the White House for a generation. Turn the page! Vote with both your heart and your mind. The choice is obvious.

Obama '08.

Micahel Guinn, Ventura, CA   February 4th, 2008 12:40 pm ET

Dr. "Feelgood" is on a real bummer! I'm 52, have a college degree, and live very much in the "real world". I haven't bee a teen for a lon time now and I vote on fact and reason not just emotion. Perhaps you should join us. YES WE CAN!

Dudley Fernandez   February 4th, 2008 11:55 am ET

I hope Gov. Richardson will not endorse a candidate. Now that the Kennedy's have got into the endorsement frenzy and how Obama inspires them.

joe   February 4th, 2008 11:49 am ET

besides the edwards endorsement, this is another that both candidates must be working very hard for. richardson not only carries clout for his endorsement, but is a great choice for either candidate as a running mate. i wonder if richardson is now starting to screen his calls?

Sherry in Kentucky   February 4th, 2008 11:43 am ET

Please Bill, Obama needs you! The country needs you! Obama makes us believe in ourselves again! Without a people who believe change is possible, change will never come!

Janel, St. Paul, MN   February 4th, 2008 11:42 am ET

Governor Richardson,

Go with your heart and vote Obama. He is a winner!!

ramno   February 4th, 2008 11:42 am ET

it's just so crazy that the whole media supports/endorses obama for no good reason except talk. This is the same "we should invade Iraq" mania right before the Iraq war. No one questions the real hard questions before the truth is out in the open. I will let Obama fool us all this time.:)

Natainos   February 4th, 2008 11:42 am ET

That’s why Joke was able to end the nuclear threat in Cuba with out violence, right? Because he was green and because He had absolutely no foreign relations experience? RIGHT, WRONG

We have the opportunity to be part of something big, something historic, we have a leader like FDR, MLK, JFK, and RFK... For the people, by the people! One nation under God! One America!!!!!!! YES WE CAN!!!

Farrell, Houston, Tx   February 4th, 2008 11:42 am ET

Richardson reminds me of Alberto Gonzalez who was forced to serve in the interest of the only the president which caused his political demise. The same thing will happen if he endorses Hillary. Richardson, use your smarts, endorse Obama.

Dr. Feelgood   February 4th, 2008 11:19 am ET

I am disturbed by this Nation's adoption of the rhetoric from this feelgood candidate Obama. People are comparing him to John F Kennedy. JFK was cut down in his prime while in office and we have placed him on a pedestal. But people fail to recall that the man was completely unprepared for the top office in this country. Sure he could speak. Sure he looked good on camera. But when it came down to the tough decisions, he almost plunged this country into WWIII. He had absolutely no foreign relations experience and felt that his feel good mantra could get him through as leader of the free world.

Senator Clair McCaskill of Missouri has recently endorsed Obama. She was not going to endorse either candidate because he advisors helped her weigh the risks and rewards of siding with either powerful Clinton or charismatic Obama. So, she agreed to stay neutral. THEN, her 18 year old daughter who has a crush on Obama warned her mother that if she did not step up and endorse Obama, "I'm never talking to you again". I'm not making this up. Read the Feb 11 edition of Time magazine. Her daughter told Claire that she noticed how she teared up whenever she listened to Obama speak.

Our children are very motivated by emotion. After the movie Top Gun, we had a record number of recruits trying to become Navy fighter pilots. But this country is not run by 18 year olds. The governments of other nations are not run by 18 year olds. They will not be fooled by emotion. They respect power. They don't respect someone who skips votes because they don't have the courage to stand up and make a decision.

It is said that Obama's campaign is the first in history to be carried so far on the backs of the young. Obama's win in Iowa came almost entirely from voters under the age of 25.

Wake up America. Emotional speeches will not govern a country. Obama does not have the political credibility throughout the Globe that Hillary has. Emotion wears off and we will wake up in bed the next morning wondering what the heck happened if we select Obama. Take off the "beer goggles" now and look past the hype. What is left?

Governor Richardson, decide with your mind, not your heart.

Asad, Atlanta GA   February 4th, 2008 11:15 am ET

Whoa! What's with the goatee, Governor?

Latino 4 Obama   February 4th, 2008 11:10 am ET

Because his intentions are to support Obama, Bill Clinton has asked him to rather be neutral. He would have endorsed Hillary....being Bills friend.....

SuJay   February 4th, 2008 10:48 am ET

I am hopeful that both Bill Richardson and Al Gore will endorse Sen. Obama (sooner would be better than later). Certainly, both know what a disaster another Clinton administration would be. GO BARACK!!!!!

tomdavie   February 4th, 2008 10:47 am ET

spin it obama lovers spin it.

So why hasent Edwards endorsed Obama?

The media seems to CONSTANTLY SPIN the fact he is on Obama side.

This is JUST AS GOOD AS EDWARDS ENDORSING OBAMA.

Folks can go vote for Obama as the media is TELLING PEOPLE EDWARDS IS ON OBAMAS SIDE.

nice job there psych masters.

Jen   February 4th, 2008 10:41 am ET

You don't need to rush, Governor RIchardson. Stay neutral. By the way, I firmly believe you'll make a great VP for President Hillary Clinton.

Nelson, Colorado Springs Co   February 4th, 2008 10:40 am ET

well when i read that GOv Richardson and Bill Clinton spent Sunday night together watching the Super Bowl, well you know but New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson said Monday he's not ready to make an endorsement in the presidential race. that a lot of time between monday to sunday to be hanging Prezzzzdent Bill Clinton it all good

San Francisco Voter   February 4th, 2008 10:38 am ET

Look, the fact that Bill Richardson hasn't endorsed Senator Clinton should be seen as a huge endorsement of Senator Obama. The Clintons gave Bill Richardson 2 jobs in their administration and he's obviously close with them. Richardson endorsing Clinton should have been AUTOMATIC.

Why wouldn't he endorse her?

He doesn't want to do his old friend Bill wrong but he CLEARLY doesn't believe another Clinton Administration is the right thing at this point.

Silence can often be a powerful response...

COLLECTIVE WILL   February 4th, 2008 10:35 am ET

Richardson is waiting for a BIGGER BRIBE than super bowl snacks to decide who he'll endorse

Veronica Ward   February 4th, 2008 10:33 am ET

I'm voting for Obama and I know where he stands on the issues. I do research on my own and I'm free to make choices without the suggestion of all his endorsements.

Obama's and Clinton plans are not that much different, except Obama has left room in his plans for bipartisan support. He's not a dictator, he's really is a unifier and will not mandate coverage (except for those who can't make decisions, "our children"). I agree with his healthcare plan, which I feel is more realistic and affordable for the country (if you include immigrants and aliens).

I also believe that he will put a halt or at least slow down the special interest groups. Even though I'm sure he has probably taken some special interest groups money (especially during the campaign). But when in Rome, sometimes you have to act like the Roman, until you can state your cause or view.

I also believe that he will be able to handle foreign matters better than any other candidate because he has "life experience" dealing with foreigners as he is bascially one himself. So, his inspriration is was caused me to look at him in the first place, but I chose to vote for him because of his substance and human spirit.

I do not want a robot in the white house. Clinton, is alright, but I can't seem to forget all the scandal. If these scandals were little things, I could forgive them, but she has been under investigation and currently has a case pending. That's huge to me. No matter Obama's ties to Rezco, he was never under investigation for anything.

That's the only thing that makes me NOT want to vote for her. She lies to well. First her camparign theme was "Experience" and then because of popularity, she then switched her campaign theme to "Change." Now it's "Solutions for America." That alone shows me her inconsistency.

Obama has just as much, no, 4 years more experience than Clinton (if you exclude the years she served as First Lady). If I wanted to vote for a First Lady, I would choose Nancy Regan. At least her husband wasn't impeached and banned from the Supreme Court at the end of his term. Besides, people that vote for Hillary are really only voting for Bill. I don't want to cast my vote for someone who's not even on the ballot. That's simply not fair to all the other candidates.

So, in a nutshell, I'll give Obama a chance because I already know Clinton is not as highly qualified as we all think. How are you going to feel when you realize that we had an opportunity for change and we blew it. Clinton gets back into office and we'll have achieved nothing but the same old politics. I want to give change a chance. Bush-Clinton-Bush-Clinton - Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results is a sign of insanity, I'm not insane.

GO OBAMA!!!

Sue, Michigan   February 4th, 2008 10:30 am ET

Richardson seems like the real deal-I think he's hedging his bets, still hoping for a VP bid, and he would be a great choice. He is right, too, who cares who Guiliani supports, or who Thompson favors anyway?

Matt   February 4th, 2008 10:29 am ET

Bill Richardson is just another cold, calculating and coniving politician like all the rest of the Washington crowd. Watching the game with Bill Clinton is no accident. Pictures are worth a thousand words. It is what it is. By not endorsing Hillary, he is playing it both ways. He is waiting for the winner on Super Tuesday. That's too late for you Bill.

Calvin, Santa Fe, NM   February 4th, 2008 10:26 am ET

Go with Hillary, Governor!!

Di   February 4th, 2008 10:26 am ET

Come on Bill, put your money on Hillary. I was hoping she would pick you as her running mate!!!

GO Hillary GO!!!

Basquale   February 4th, 2008 10:22 am ET

Mr. Richardson it's your turn to vote on Thuesday, so why no Endorsement? Another false game! And as soon as he sees which of the candidates will go stronger he'll endorse to make sure to get a job in Washington. My advise for all those politicians: Make your choice heard before you vote, or shut up forever!

COLLECTIVE WILL   February 4th, 2008 10:21 am ET

"No endorsement yet" tells us how involved Richardson is...?

pj (non-partisan independent)   February 4th, 2008 10:21 am ET

good for him, thats a respectable stance and so sorry to Bill that his superbowl trick didnt work.

Seam, Philly PA   February 4th, 2008 10:20 am ET

Richardson feels the pressure to support the Clintons due to his past administrative ties, but he needs to gain some courage to follow his gut. He knows deep down inside that Obama is the guy.

Cari   February 4th, 2008 10:20 am ET

He is edging for a VP nod via Clinton...which is my #2 choice after a Clinton/Obama ticket.

Marie   February 4th, 2008 10:19 am ET

It is about time that Democrats and Americans tell Obama that "speeches" holds no accountability. He uses the Iraq war and his "speech" against it. Had Hillary only had to give a speech, she would have given the same exact speech as Obama. However, she had to vote. And against something as serious as the threat of nuclear weapons, Hillary had to vote and be held accountable. Had there been any waepons, then what would we be saying?. So as Americans, we understand this. And as Democrats, we know where the lies came from!
And just FYI – After he was able to vote, he voted the same as Hillary. Shame on you Obama. I will vote for Hillary.

Anonymous   February 4th, 2008 10:17 am ET

very qualified person... probable Cabinet post?

AJ, IL   February 4th, 2008 10:16 am ET

Bill Richardson, a former Clinton Administration Secretary of Energy and "friend" to Bill Clinton, has only one choice. Endorse Obama! I expect Richardson to endorse Hillary. I wonder how much time Bill Richardson and Bill Clinton have spent together since 2000.

Obama in 08!

Bob   February 4th, 2008 10:16 am ET

ROFLMAO. He'd TOTALLY be winning if he'd just grown that beard earlier. That's exactly the kind of change America wants.

I'm not even joking.

Too bad Obama can't grow a beard, 'cause, you know, then he would look like a terrorist.

Maybe Hillary can grow one.

Rob   February 4th, 2008 10:13 am ET

He says he's free, meaning Clinton can't force him to endorse Hillary. "How a candidate connects with voters"....etc, only points to Obama. If Obama comes close to, ties or beats Hillary in delegate count on Wednesday after the dust clears, Richardson and Edwards will 'jump the shark'.

An Agnostic Democrat   February 4th, 2008 10:13 am ET

Well, Bill, it would look pretty cheap if you endorse you know who's wife considering your view on Iraq and all the other issues you held her feet to fire on. And miraculously, she still can't give a straight answer to save her soul. I surely don't trust her with mine! Good luck in your decision ...

Cynical Too   February 4th, 2008 10:11 am ET

Richardson will endorse whomever needs the Latino votes the most and offers the VP nod. So much for commitment these days when a new endorsements causes any voters to change from one candidate to another. No one has a mind of their own nor the time to review the issues and select the candidate closest to their own values.

Bill   February 4th, 2008 10:09 am ET

Hopefully he makes the wise choice and backs the future president – Obama

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