(CNN) - Two sources close to the Obama transition team tell CNN that Senator Hillary Clinton’s name has been mentioned as a possible candidate for Secretary of State.
One source close to Hillary Clinton tells CNN that as of early yesterday, Senator Clinton had not been contacted by the transition team about a possible cabinet appointment. This same source tells CNN that Senator Clinton would not necessarily dismiss such an offer.
A spokesman for Hillary Clinton, Philippe Reines, tells CNN “Any speculation about cabinet or other administration appointments is really for President-Elect Obama's transition team to address.”
On Monday night, while walking into an awards ceremony in New York, Senator Clinton was asked if she would consider taking a post in the Obama administration. She replied, "I am happy being a Senator from New York, I love this state and this city. I am looking at the long list of things I have to catch up on and do. But I want to be a good partner and I want to do everything I can to make sure his agenda is going to be successful."
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WEAk ... this is not change. Get rid of the lifers in Washington ... don't give them recycled jobs.
She would be an excellent Secretary of State – she has the high profile, the confidence of the world, and the experience. She has my vote!
This is one smart lady that I know.
Big Mistake!
I hope she doesn't go to Bosnia. I hear the snipers are terrible this time of year.
That's how you run a party: reaching out. Not running to the crazies.
Actually Hillary Clinton would probably make a GREAT Secretary of State, but I'm not sure if she even wants the job.
Another possibility- Madeline Albright is still a pretty active & very savvy woman.
welcome to the 2009 Nobama/Biden/Clinton administration, nice "change"
I think this would be an excellent choice, however, once again, this news is not coming from the Obama group but from " unnamed sources ". Until it is confirmed by Obama, or a named representative of his group, it doesn't mean a thing.
Okay before ALL you Clinton supporters (my sister included) start to hate Obama just remember MAYBE she doesn't want to work for his administration because she would have to produce the list of presidential donors from the library. Obama believes in total transparency. Keep that in mind.
I believe she would be brilliant! Hope she says YES!
"She replied, "I am happy being a Senator from New York, I love this state and this city. I am looking at the long list of things I have to catch up on and do. But I want to be a good partner and I want to do everything I can to make sure his agenda is going to be successful.""
Which means?
Typical politician
She'd be a decent choice if she'll stay in line and not work her own agenda, Palin style.
talk about a dream team, sounds good to me.
It's a good idea.
I don't know about this one. Clinton and Obama had some big disagreements about foreign policy. But, she would be a better pick than Richardson or Kerry plus she'd be great on women and human rights. It wouldn't take much to outshine Condie either.
Still, I'm not sure she would take it. We'll see.......
I think she'd be better at AG or H&HS. What foreign policy experience does she have?
SO HILLARY – This is what you sold us out for. Have a good ride for it will end four years from now. Your political future is down the drain. You would support comeone as crooked an immoral as this man means that all the stories that were told about you and Whitewater were true then. You are also crooked.
Still waaaayyy to much under lying drama. Obama needs Richardson in the spot or some of the folks who had his back like stink on S*** during the primaries trough the win. Way to much toxic Clinton BS already in the cabinet
FINALLY!! Go Hillary . We love you . you did your best for him. and your party. You deserve it , you earned it . Now go get , only if you want it. You proved yourself lady and we are proud of you.
She is a horrible person. I know this cop that met her and she the dude like trash...what you know what
Yes I think Hillary would be a good secretary of state, however I do not trust that P.E. BHMO will appoint her. He failed to choose her as a running mate so I have no faith in him choosing her here either.
I think Hillary would be a great Sec. of State. She is a very intelligent lady. She said she likes being a senator from New York. She and Mr. Obama will decide what is best.
I would be satisfied with Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State, though I think I'd much rather see Bill Richardson. Who else will advocate for health care in the Senate for Obama if it's not Hillary?
I think this would be a great move, I'm sure she is as capable as Condoleeza Rice.
Hillary is soo much better than bored-me-death John Kerry or backstabber Bill Richardson. Pres-elect Obama, I was a Hillary Clinton supporter and I voted for you because of Hillary convinced me and I believe in you. So far you've done an outstanding job!!!
Just what we need–Hillary Clinton alienating half the world rather than just half the U.S.
I would really like if she's offered the position as Secretary of State. This will make a powerful team.
WOW Koudos OBAMA! my trust in you is even growing bigger and Bigger. You know how to surrend yourself with very very smart people to get the Job Done.
I actually think Hilary would be great at this job - and would love to see it offered to her [and I'm NOT one of her disenfranchised fans]. Her talents would be well-used here.
AWESOME!!!!!! Kinda reminds me of Lincoln picking William H. Seward, a senator from New York who was the overwhelming choice to win his party's nomination, as Secretary of State. The parallels are stunning.
Hillary is the only shot to keep us in power in 2012!
Ain't gonna happen.
I'm so, so sick of these "anonymous sources close to Obama team."
How many have been right? 15%? 10%? None?
I know people got addicted to political coverage during the campaigns and now that Barack Obama isn't campaigning everyday, the coverage has slowed down while the interest remains high, but grow some journalism balls. Just putting "perhaps" or "allegedly" in front of baseless rumor doesn't make it worthy of news coverage.
"Team of Rivals", Obamas hero is Abe Lincoln
I am waiting for all the Hillary haters to come out. If he offers it to her and she wants she should take it, if she doesn't want it Hillary remain a great senator!
Are these the same insider sources that CNN reported where saying that Hillary Rodham Clinton was going to Barack Obama's running mate. Does the news media ever learn a lesson?
I wouldn't if I was you Hillary.
Clinton is a far better choice than Kerry or Richardson. Her familiarity with foriegn powers and the protocol that goes with dealing with them is a plus.
Also, Obama needs to repay Hillary for delivering Florida and Pennsylvania.
My only hesitation is about how will Bill behave?
Will all Clintons and Bushes please leave the building-For Good!
I think she would be a better choice than John Kerry. It sounds funny, but she is tougher than he is. He seems a bit too soft and she has the real pitbull style.
Obama Canadian Advisor.
yes! let's do it!
good move!
The team will be so GOOD that the Republicans will only see the white house when they take a bus tour just like the other tourists.
Think the nation is served better with Hillary in the Senate/ I am also sure whatever the President-Elect has planned for her will be what he feels is best for the nation without people who don't know forcing his hand.
I pray to God that she is not the pick for Secretary of State, that is still too close to the President. She is a BACKSTABBER, LIER AND RACIST. She wants that President Position and is going to try to get it by way of something very dangerous I think. She hates the fact that she lost to a Black Man and so does her husband Bill. She is still ducking from Snipper Fire!
Didn't she want to annihilate Iran? Terrible choice.
Just another chance to prove that you should be the first woman President of the United States. You have proven yourself to any serious doubters. You helped him get elected and proved your party loyalty. Any woman who would not vote for you after all you have been thru, cares nothing about the future of women or the equality of their daughters or grandaughters. Go Lady You deserve it. You earned it!!!
It should have been President Hillary Clinton as far as I'm concerned.
I prefer Clinton over Kerry.
In the distant past of our country, the office of Secretary of State was the stepping stone to the Presidency. I feel Senator Clinton's decision to accept such an appointment, if offered, would depend greatly on both her ambition and the amount of years she would devote to public service. As Sec. of State, she would directly represent the president and help to implement policy. She would be the face of America overseas. As a senator, she'd be one of many legislators attempting to craft policy.
Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton will be a great candidate for Secretary of State. She is intelligent, strong, experienced, and is capable of tackling foreign affairs that will bring about positive results.
I'd rather she were Senate Majority Leader. We need a vertebrate to fill that role, rather than the spineless worm now occupying the position.
Whatever Hillary decides to do, she will excell at...she always has.
Thank You Hillary, for all you have and will do for the good of this Great Nation.
Well hate her or love her there's no doubt she is the best possible choice .. Go Clinton !!
"NO COMMENT"
She'll be a better advocate, and deal-maker, than our current Sec. of State, that's for sure.
Hillary Clinton would be a great Secretary of State.
Go Hillary! You would be perfect. Maybe we can get that eskino woman off the front page. I am a Republican, or I should say WAS a Republican. Palin has turned me against Republicans. Somebody please shut her up!
She would be a stronger voice in the Senate, especially once Ted Kennedy is forced to retire.
Take her at her word.
Leave her where she is.
It would be the best choice!!! Anyhow Obama is putting all of former Pres. Clinton's cabinet members in his administration, good move!!!
Mrs. Hillary R.Clinton will be a good secretary of state under president elect Barak H.Obama.
Who else is on the list???
I feel that she would be an excellent Secretary of State and that the two of them actually have an admiration for each other...go Obama/Clinton!
The difference between Hilliary and Obama politically are miniscule. They both are progressive intelligent thinkers. The only reason she was not the best choice for vice-pres. was Bill Clinton. His influence would be diametrically opposed to Obsam's platform, subsequently neutralizing Hilliary's contribution to a presidential agenda. As Secretary of State, Hilliary's role would not be conducive to meddling, given the condition of world affairs. Take this position Hilliary ,if offered, because I believe you would be an excellent, firm negotiator on the international stage.
Not a bad choice.
As it should be!
Good choice if she will take it. everybody love's Hillary .
Hillary would make a great secretary of state.
we love ya hillary.
god bless ya.
BUSH THE WORST PRESIDENT WE'VE EVER HAD.
Don't worry. Obama said he doesn't like old politics.
He'll go with Kerry.
LOL.
Then again maybe Clinton said she woudln't pick up the phone at 3 am to tell Obama how to do his job if she doesn't get a position....
at the time barack is finish she will be almost as old john is now so
there is no time too loose
We shall see what we shall see. I think it would be nice is she played some part in the administration. But I am not Barack Obama! It is his decision, and only he can make it. I have great respect for Hillary Clinton. And I think she will be just fine whatever happens. As well I think Obama will be just fine. He will make the choices for those he feels he can most closely work with to the highest good of all concerned. Tough decisions to make, but I think he is every bit intelligent enough to handle it!
Senator Clinton is the best choice far as I'm concerned.
That woman is strong as nails and very smart!
----so what?????????????????????
Cool!
Hillary will do well where ever she serves. I would like to see her in the cabinet – She will do what is right for the country she is very intelligent and I also believe, by-gones is by-gones – the good of the country and the new administration will come first.
There are some that do not like Hillary Clinton and some others do. I believe having Senator Clinton as his Secretary of State, would be the best move Barrack could make. Hillary is a tough lady and believe it or not, most Foriegn Officials know and respect her for her grit and tenacity . They know she doesn't bluff when it comes to the United States. Talk about the "Original Pitbull". No one would even want to mess with Hillary. This move would cement all Clintons followers to Obama and make things a lot easier when dealing with the Democrats as well. Hillary is well respected by both parties.
In my opinion Hillary is capable of the post, however many nations, especially Middle-Eastern countries, do not respect women and do not recognize their abilities. This is evident in the deterrioration of relations since the Clinton administration (Madeline Albright) through the Bush administration (Condaleeza Rice). To them having to negotiate with a woman, especially one negotiating through strength, is an insult.
It would be a dynamic move! Get it done! I cannot see Kerry in this position.
I don't think there could be a better person for the job of Sec of State. I hope Obama is wise enough to ask, and I hope HRC would accept this great position.
I'll believe it when I see it.
How is she a backstabber? Did she not campaign more for her former opponent than any other primary candidate in history? She made mistakes that cost her the election. Good, the better man won. But don't underestimate her talent. Obama certainly doesn't.
Excellent choice, go for it. I only worry about all these people that might be pulled from the Senate and the house.
Richardson>Clinton>Kerry. Not a bad choice, though. When it's all said and done, she is Hillary Rodham Clinton: one hell of a fighter.
DO IT!
...and are these the same sources that had Christopher and Nunn heading up transition teams? Someone is having a lot of fun taking eager fact-less reporters for a ride.
On the other hand, Hillary would be great.
The Election is over now is the time to work together and make USA the best place on earth to live. Hillary Clinton has the edge and enrgy to make things happen. It would be a great choice, unless the die hard PUMA objects, anyway who cares, not even Hillary.
Clinton would make a great Secretary of State, as would Richardson and Kerry. Everything at this point is speculation unitl an official anouncement is made. I trust Obama will make the right decision.
Thanks to Obama fund raising abilities Hillary's DEBT WAS COMPLETELY PAID.
I think she would be an awesome choice. Being from New York, I know Hillary Clinton is a great leader and is a smart woman and she brings a lot to the table. Right now we need competent leaders, and Hillary would (I think) fit well in this role!
Sarah Palin is a complete zero.
I'm glad to see the Republicans keep her in the spotlight.
God only knows what an idiot she is.
BJ
I think Hillary Clinton would be a wonderful choice for Secretary of State. She knows the world, it's leaders, the issues and she cares deeply for this country. She also is a team player, wanting Obama's agenda to go thru. It would be very gracious for Obama to offer her the position.
Like Obama said, Hillary's name would be on anybodys short list.
Read "Team of Rivals" – Abraham Lincoln did the same thing in picking Stewart as his Secretary of State... but Stewart, while an arch enemy was at least trustworthy. I'm concerned about her twisted nature and what has happened to anyone else that's gotten in her way (not living!). He will just need to remind her who's boss!!!
As long as she doesn't touch healthcare, I'm all for it.
SOS:
WISE MOVE. LETS DO IT.
I would rather see Bill Clinton as Sect. of State. World leaders love him.
I hope she is the secretary of state and she deserves it.Whatever people that like or dislike about her she deserves it.I also will never beleive she is a racisit.Of course she wanted to win the nomination but so would have Obama had he lost.She have supported Obama like no other opponent could have after losing the primary.I was and continued to be a Obama supporter but come on give Hillary some credit.Foget what she said during the primaries because I'm willing to bet that there was alot of people that voted for Obama that thought also at one time he was not ready but like Hillary we all saw that he was indeed ready to be president.Palin will never be a Hillary Clinton and if she is (Hillary) Obama's secretary of state it will be even harder for Obama to lose for reelection in 2012 so Palin take that to the bank and make a withdrawal for even considering running in 2012
well, i needed a good laugh for today...........
it appears that we shal be governed by political correctness for the next 12 years i see............
the republicans should be in a hurry to find the first gay latino female for their convention in 2012.....and she better be able to give a good speech.......
why should she, she has the job she wants right now. she won`t run again for the presidency. although i wish she would have fought the fight all the way. instead of buckling to the good old boys club. and besides bill is already on his way to the white house. what kind of deal do you think the clintons and obama made to get them on obama`s side? this is starting to look alot like politics as usual. but i`ll still keep an open mind about the whole of it. dont beleive every thing you read and question every thing you see.
A mixture of Chief Strategic Thinker and a Chief Executive Thinker would be an outstanding success for our country and for the world.
No.
Obama will make the right choice at the right time. I will say that Hillary can present herself professionally and command respect-so long as she listens to her President and not her husband. That could be an issue.
To Rochelle:
Please stop it!!! We Democrats are bigger than that! So please stop the divisiveness. The Clintons have done more for Obama's campaign than Kerry and Richardson together. In case you forgotten, Hillary was in Florida while Bill was in Pennsylvania stomping for Barack during the final days of the campaigne! In fact, their presence alone speaks volumes for Barack. So to have Hillary as a Sec. of State is a GREAT idea because she will do anything to help his agenda.
she would be an awesome secretary of state!
I know Bill would be THRILLED!! But I don't think Hillary would be.
I think Sen Clinton would be better suited to be Sec'y of Health and Human Services..It would give her a chance to get her most heart felt project going, Universal Health Care... But I'd support any position Obama would offer..She'd do great at any post.
Rochelle,
Get a life.
If (IF) things go bad for BO, Hillary can't run against him in 2012 as the SOS. However she can as a Senator.
Great !! Let's have her !! President-Elect Obama should have her on his
staff in some capacity.
Seems like a good one...
Ryan,
Get a life also.
She will be a great Secretary of State should she be appointed.
I'm not into it yet, but I trust my new president and his advisers. If he thinks she is the best choice, so be it!
As far as the critics who keep jumping on the 'why all the Clinton people?' bandwagon go: I say; think about the state of our country at this time. President Obama is coming into an office that is severely damaged. It behooves him to have people who can get the country rolling before day 1. I still say bravo – he's a smart and wise president!
Hillary has been a loyal Democrat by campaigning for Obama. She will do the right thing if called to serve in the Obama administration.
despite my feelings for her I must admit that she would be excellent as Sec of State. No one is going to see her as too soft (like Kerry and Gore) and she has a lot of connections. She also has a different foreign policy vision which would add to debate.
I think she's definitely experienced, well connected, she'll keep America safe, she's very intelligent, world leaders know her... She actually has thought over the national security issue because of her presidential run. Excellent choice! Ready on day one, prevent another 911 (which happened within 100 days of Pres Bush btw).
But unnamed "insiders" are often imagination, and there are too many Senators changing hands. Illinois and Delaware must choose new Senators, and Alaska doesn't have a Senator yet.
YES-WHAT A WONDERFUL POSITION FOR SUCH AN INTELLIGENT WOMAN.
GET IT DONE!!!!!!
There was a lot of speculation that one of the reasons Hillary didn't get the VP spot was because Obama wanted her for Secretary of State. She'd be a much better choice than Kerry.
Who cares?
Hillary should have any job she wants, she deserves it !!
I hope so!
I rather have her stay on the sidelines and run for President in 2012. It is only 4yrs away.
great choice and im a repulican voter,,,,the clintons will be in congress after backing obama duh
I agree with Joyce. Rochelle, you need to take a chill pill or something.
I think Hillary or Bill Richardson. I actually like Hillary in that position. The Governor of NY could then select RFK Jr for her seat.
If we have Obama, Biden, and Clinton, that's a powerful cabinet!
She lost, she needs to get out of there and go back to Arkansas or wherever she is from.
I wish Dick Cheney well. I will miss him tremendously. The new administration has no clue about economy, security of our country. I hope they learn it now. It was quite easy to criticize when they were in the opposition now they have to put on the shoes. Watch the fun.
You have got to be kidding me. She in NO way has the qualifications to be Sec. of State. Her time as First Lady doesn't even begin to qualify her.
If she gets offered this, it is entirely as an attempt to buy her off from causing havoc in the Obama administration to show the Democrats that they backed the wrong candidate.
I honestly believe Hillary (and Bill) were being sincere in their support for Barack since the convention. So under those considerations; Hillary is an excellent choice for the position.
My only concern is if they see eye to eye on the diplomacy issue. Hillary used that as a bludgeon for Obama's proposal to speak to dictators without preconditions. Aside from that ....Let Hillary "open a can of whoop a$$ on these fools" She'd be a good choice – I think
No No No and one More No Times Infinity!
All Due respect but she was a formwe first lady,, and went to the Senate because she had the power to be in the Senate,, but not this! this is the United States of America,, NOT Lets Hire Anoyone States of America!
she was an advocate of Health Care?! great put her in health Care,, Not the Face of the United States to the Outside world!!
The world followed this election like us,, they chose obama over her and to have her siting with world leaders not only sends the wrong message ,, but a very very awful one too
NO NO NO
I told my husband when Obama won that Hillary Clinton would be his choice for Secretary of State and Colin Powell for Secretary of Defense. I'm waiting with bated breath.
Remember keep your enemies close.
She would be great for Sec of State, also if not that something related to health care.
Excellent!
boy, now this is change isn,t it? so far everybody named in o'bamas "new" cabinent is an old clintonista! i can't wait for the scandals to begin and with this crowd it shouldn't be long!
I think hillary is a wonderful choice.Go for it obama you guys will make a great team.
Obama, be smart and stay clear of the Clintons. They have seen their day.
Secretary of State – No
Secretary of Health and Human Services – Yes
Hillary wants to get her and her husband's health care reform pushed through – this is what Hillary and Bill started to do when Bill first took office. This is where she would flourish and succeed
I would say that sounds like a good plan. She has good foreign contacts and is a intellegent lady. Obama should definitely offer her the post.
I think Hillary would be a good choice for Secretary of State. She's been my choice for that position for months. She is well-known and well-liked by world leaders, but more importantly, she has earned their respect. They also know that she is not a pushover and that she is tough and tenacious. They wouldn't want to get on her bad side.
How long ago did you graduate from 7th grade? Do you have any idea how to form a logical argument? You just managed to spew out a bunch of non-sense with no background or support. It's a good thing people like you don't attain elected positions. By the way it's spelled 'liar,' not "lier."
Hillary has done more for minorities than you know, But a person like you would be incapable of knowing that.
Hillary would be an awesome pick-up fo Pres. Obama
She would be a graet choice!
Are you people for real? I just read about 50 comments on Sarah Palin, many who had the nerve to say she is only for SARAH. And now I read all these positive comments about Hillary Clinton? HAS AMERICA GONE MAD?!?!? If there was ever a family that is FOR THEMSELVES it is the CLINTON FAMILY. That was proven OVER AND OVER when Bill Clinton was governer of Arkansas, OVER AND OVER when Bill Clinton was president of America, OVER AND OVER when Hillary Clinton was senator for New York, and OVER AND OVER when Hilllary Clinton ran for the presidential nomination. Has anyone here bothered to research what happens to people who oppose the Clinton family? They get dead! If there ever was a group of people who look out for themselves ONLY it is the CLINTON family. It boggles the mind to think there are so many uneducated, voting, idiots in the United States of America.
very good, I hope that Hillary Clinton well be a sec of state.
We need the smartest and the best people we have right now in this time of instability.
I think it would be a solid move for both Obama and Hillary.
Straw Poll – What do people think of Powell for Secretary of Defense?
Hell yes! Forget Kerry, he had his change. Go Hillary go!
Obama I hope is seeking some form of punitive measures aimed at those persons and politics that have prevented minorities and even some ethnic groups from being fairly represented in our gov. No punitives= it WILL happen again.
I was for it at first. But the more I think about it, the more I like the idea of her working on health care. I think she can do a better good there. What do you think?
Forgive my grammar. I meant Kerry had his chance, not change.
Excellent choix.
C'eût été une équipe (Barack, Biden and Hillary) gagnante.
Bravo Mr le Pésident !
Wow, just look at the Hillary and Obama supporters go at each other. Where's the love? Don't count out Hillary running against Obama in 2012 for the nomination.
NOOOO!!! She has NO foreign policy experience! Bill Richardson is light years ahead of her in competence.
to all the "no" people: realize one big fact: Clintons helped and supported Obama greatly, Clintons did for us a lot. Stop this insane hatred, please.
She is experienced and a good friend of Obama's.
Go Democrats!!!
AWESOME! BUT I WANT WHAT HILLARY WANTS.
YOU GO, HILLARY!!!!
I think that would be a good position for her.
Hahahaha....ya'll need to chillax. Hillary would be excellent. She has good judgement and experience. I would be excited to have a Clinton by his side. Look at the 90's.....they were AWESOME!!
Awesome... She will be the best Sec. of State
go girl go-what a fantastic choice it woudl be.
Hope she's really on the list and gets offered the job and takes it. She'd be wonderful. She's an extremely smart person and people trust her.
The Sniper Story was an Anecdote, Rochelle.
Look that word up in the Dictionary.
And while you are at it, look up 'racism'.
Hillary is not a bigot.
go girl go ! what an intelligent and fantastic choice this would be......
I think she would be a good choice. Hillary knows all of the foreign deplomats, and understands foreign policy well. As far as what she said and did towards Barack Obama while they were campaigning, that's just it, "it was a campaign".
WOO-HOO!!!! Yeah, this administration is gonna make all the haters scatter like cockaroaches for the dark corners where they belong.
Hillary for Sec of State and Powell for Sec of Defense!!
I have to admit she would be better than Kerry.
Can we do something about Joe Biden though?
There are several others, both Republican and Democrat, who would be a better choice than Senator Clinton. Senator Clinton deserves respect; she is intelligent and articulate. She is has long and bright future in the Senate. But Secretary of State?! The choice smacks of a quid pro quo.
Joe Biden would be a better choice; but he's the V.P. I don't think six years in the Senate and eight years as first lady are sufficient.
Obama has said he wanted Republicans in his cabinet. State would be a possibility– people like Chuck Hagel, Robert Zoellick, Olympia Snowe, Susan Collins. Democrats to consider include Bill Richardson and possibly Wesley Clark– a Rhodes Scholar and former Allied Commander of NATO
This country should have listened to Ron Paul, he would have been perfect for the job as President of the USA. He would have provided better sense in fixing things..
But did you listen ?? No... So reap the woes ahead..
As for Clinton for this possible post eh NO.
Hillary is the perfect choice. Obama go for it!
But... but... but... what are we going to do after Hillary curses out every head of State on Planet Earth? :-O
YAY! That's my girl! We couldn't ask for anyone better!
american dream is back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Reach out to Palin....She can see Russia from her kitchen windown..Oh I forgot Prez you need intelligent people on your cabinet.... Lights off for Palin. Even the GOP had to shut her down today.....HRC would be an excellent choice!
John Kerry would be the best Secretary of State. He has all the foreign knowledge, foreign policy experience, speaks various languages and is a DIPLOMAT. Don't forget Hillary Clinton was prepared to go to war over Iran without any diplomatic overtures and she is a very very big Israel supporter. You need someone who sees both sides of the fence for this particular job. Please don't forget, Mr. Obama would not be where he is today if it wasn't for Mr. Kerry.
Interested Observer
HILLARY CLINTON IS THE BEST PERSON QUALIFIED FOR SECRETARY OF STATE AND I PRAY SHE ACCEPTS.
Either Hillary or Bill Richardson. Look no further. Kerry can stay in MA.
very good choice
Not that I think she would take it, but she would make a decent SecState if it came down to that. I think the Obama transition people need to at least make a sincere offer of something at the cabinet level. With her interests in both child welfare and health care, it would make more sense for her to take Health and Human Services, continuing what she started in President Clinton's first term.
She kinda reminds me of the Movie "Basic Instinct" when the villain just wouldn't go away, Please Sarah just go back to doing what ever it was that you were doing before you tried to be "Prime Time".
God, Please help her find the way back home.
BJ
I would rather see her as a Supreme Court Justice. I believe that would be a better role for her.
Hillary Clinton would be a great Secretary of State. Forget John Kerry.
I hope she gets the offer!
Give me my campaign contributions back! Like everyone else for Obama I stopped contributing after the primaries until he announced his VP. I started back up when I thought she was out of the question. Now she will be Secretary of State after pissing off all the arab countries of the world...? How is Obama going to achieve anything with the players we need to achieve with if the front person is their sworn enemy. This isn't about polarization. This is about personnel. Make her a Supreme Court Justice. But keep her out of the geo-political decission making process or there will be nothing but conflict.
To LS,
You are obviously an idealogue devoid of courage. If you had any, you'd look at the state of the nation after 8 years of Clintons vs. state of the nation after 8 years of the great national sodomizer (your president) W.
YOU are the idiot.
i believe that Hillary would make a fine secretary of state, however we don't want too loose too many strong senior senators from the senate, because their replacements may not be able to hold on to the seats in the next elections.
the clinton factor is a problem...i think she's smart and experienced ..but i also believe there are far more qualified persons to fill the position as sec- of -state...
Not a bad idea.
J.
NY
She told way to many lies for me.
No, NO, and OH H#** NO!!! This is yet another Clinton ploy – the leak, her answer "possibly", you name it – so she can sabotage the Obama administration for her effort to run in 2012. Remember, she tried to run her ticket on "experience", with Secretary of of State, she'll use it – to no end. Further, she's always been profoundly self-serving at all costs. Think she's turned a new leaf? Riiight. Obama, paleeeeese, don't fall for this. Go bi-partisan. Go CHUCK HAGEL! Offer Hillary the Supreme Court where they can hold her accountable for integrity.
I'm tired of hearing "Hillary deserves it."
You don't award this position based on nepotism.
That said, I think she would be wonderful in the position:
State-Hillary, Energy-Richardson, Defense-Clark,
H&HS- Dean. Homeland Security-Powell. Well there's a
guess. I'm sure B.O. will make wise picks regardless.
Hey 3 strikes quit your hate spewing ignorant comments! Go to Alaska where you can be a Palin groupie! With haters like you the Repugnantcan party earned their minority status and will keep it for a long time!
Not my idea of change. This is not why I voted for Obama. There are better choices. I think she would be of more useful by remaining in the Senate. New blood is vital.
No better choice than Hillary!!
Although I am a Clinton supporter and am glad to see Bush go, I actually think Condoleeza Rice should stay in the position. She has the back ground and rapport to help facilitate foriegn policy.
Secretary of State?? She still was the BEST choice for president!!
There isnt a thing she would have to "learn" on the job.
I will always be disappointed the best -woman-didnt get the job
PUMA!
Nobody would be better than Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State.
As for being more "hawkish" than Obama because she wouldn't set a date certain for withdrawal from Iraq, as soon as was designated as the candidate, Obama backed away from ALL of his "liberal" positions!
He even suggested he would invade Pakistan in search of Bin Laden if the Pakistanis refused him permission – how hawkish is THAT?
PS: Don't think for a minute that the "rift" in the Democratic Party is healed. At least we see the last of Howard Dean – what a self-serving pompous creep he is.
Unless I see Clinton in a senior position, this voter will NEVER go back to the Democrats – and neither will anyone else I know.
GO HILLARY!!! She would be awesome as Secretary of State, she is very intelligent and experienced, I hope she is asked and she ACCEPTS!!
Coco: Why would Hillary Clinton "...curse out every head of State on Planet Earth?" Where do these sort of comments come from? Sen. Clinton has a reputation for being professional, smart, and focused. These silly projections are completely baseless. It's a mystery to me why people feel the need to project their attitudes on people they don't even know.
I'd prefer that Sen. Clinton stay in the Senate. We need all the votes we can get there but that's up to our new President and the Senator. She's a capable and dedicated public servant.
Given the tremendous positive response internationally to the Nov. 4 election of Barack Obama; plus the goodwill the Clinton`s generate globally toward the U.S.; it seems like a no-brainer to ask Hilary to become the new Sec.of State. I feel a lot of healing went on in the latter stages of the presidential campaign occured between Obama & the Clinton`s; and the idea of the DREAM TEAM may yet come true!!!
they said she was considered as VP, but that was a lie, therefore I don't believe this
I simply refuse to believe that a U.S. Senator would return to a secretary's position. Does a secretary have to take 3 am calls? How's her shorthand? If she types as fast as she talks, we're talking a pretty low wpm score. Didn't Monica aspire to being a secretary? I think she'd be a great Education exec; she's had to raise two children at home. And we know she can read at least two books; she did write two, right? I think Sarah would be a good selection for press secretary; when she spoke for the President, we'd always know the story had legs. Of course if she were Secretary of State she'd have a head start, what with her intimate knowledge of her back yard neighbor. The best Hillary can tell us is that there is gambling in Atlantic City.
Good choice ....Good Idea...We need the best of the best right now. Obama is the change, but he needs to be around some of the best people in the World to fix the mess Bush will leave behind. I feel sorry for the President, but may God Bless him. I am looking forward to Obama taking office.
By the way Hillary is the reason that Obama is President. She put him threw Hell and Back, but look what it did....MADE HIM STRONG.
Might be a good idea....if they can just shut Bill up. It would be interesting. Hillary i guess would be a good person to have in his corner
Hillary would be a great choice. I think that if I were the pres
that is my first choice, or at least at the top of the list.
"This is not change." OK This is the Secretary of State job-who do YOU think is qualified...Sarah Palin? All these Cabinet level jobs require intelligence, savvy, and yes, Washington and world experience, so they will all go to people whose names we already know. I am glad he is surrounding himself with people who don't always agree with him. That shows that he is confident enough to take advice, weigh options, and not be another "Decider" who only listened to Cheney.
She would be great!!!
Its not anyone decision but Obama's and Clinton's
The funny thing about this is: Do you think Hillary would have had Barack in her cabniet, had she won? I doubt it. That just goes to show you that Barack is about bringing in the best people he can regardless of past differences.
I voted for Barack Obama and with that vote I gave him the discretion to use his judgement to select a cabinet that he feels will best serve the interests of the American people both domestically and abroad. The names that are being floated around are all highly qualified for the job. I don't particularly care for Mrs. Clinton on a personal note but I have tremendous respect for her ability and I think she will be the most aggressive and thus effective. I feel that Bill Richardson has the perfect resume but maybe lacks the charisma to take on world leaders and leave a lasting impression. John Kerry is a well respected political leader in this country and has strong recognition abroad but I think he lacks that certain something that probably lost him the election in 2004. But as I said before, if it is any of the above mentioned or someone off the radar we must have confidence that our new President has the made the right choice. It is that very confidence that sets our democracy apart from the rest of the world and proves that in our relatively young history we emerged as the strongest and most unfied people on earth.
What an excellent choice !
I am so over this all. First, the Clinton's are racist. Next Hillary is not qualified (has much more experience than Obama). Then Obama gets the nomination and you little Obama cry babies say no way to her being the VP pick. Then Obama chooses Biden. Next you litte cry babies say Hillary isn't doing enough to campaign on behalf and with Obama. Just shut up already. Nothing seems to satisfy you guys. Go wipe the snot from your noses and hold on to your mama's apron strings, cause that is where you belong. You all are so stupid, can't decide which way you want it. Most confused group of butt-munches I have ever seen.
To date, this makes as much sense as Obama's appointment of Rahm Emanuel. Having both working for him puts the president elect in the brilliant category. Two of the most qualified and able people, I say "Way to go, Mr. Prez!"
Hillary? NO. Definitely not Hillary. Clinton's have a tendency to permeate every crevice in order to serve themselves. And it would be hard to trust her with Secretary of State, in leu of the fact she still has her eyes set on making history in 2012.
Go CHUCK HAGEL! COLIN POWELL – Yes! WESTLEY CLARK – Great!! Offer Hillary the Supreme Court where they can hold her accountable for integrity.
She could get anything she wanted from visiting diplomats – just invite them for a nice stroll in Ft Marcy Park
I don't know? I think she would be better heading the health care system since that is her strong point isn't it?
It is a fallacy to believe that the decision belongs solely to Clinton and Obama. Congress must confirm the president's cabinet appointments.
At this very minute Sarah Palin is flat on the ground, screaming and pounding her fists..........
At least she would be if she read the news.
I would rather Hillary stay in the Senate and be named majority leader. That would be a position of great power for her. For secretary of State, I say Sam Nunn.
He's been in Washington a while but a tough negotiator who can be the face of Obama's foreign policy.
I do like Hillary but I think I like Bill Richardson more. I do remember her fight in the 90s for healthcare. Even though as a health provider i'm doubtful the the universal health care approach will receive a warm reception I think should would do the crusade best in the Senate.
Sen. Clinton is an excellent choice for Secretary of State!! I hope if she is offered the position, she says yes.
Hmmm.... it would be a good move. Despite the fact that I think Hilary is just as childish as McCain.
Outstanding choice! She's brilliant, eloquent, has already established a comfortable and respectable rapport with foreign leaders, and has been fully vetted out the kazoo. Do it Hillary!
Now thats a good idea.
Do you know anything about politics? Nobody needs to confirm any of the President's appointments in his cabinet. Get your facts straight before you start sounding like Sarah Palin.
I trust President Obama's decisions,
if he thinks that Senator Clinton would be a good Secretary of State then I agree 100 %
I really wish people would get off the Ron Paul bandwagon. What is so great about this guy? He's two-faced if you ask me (not that anyone did, of course). He's for smaller, limited government, yet wants to interfere in a woman's personal reproductive choices and what goes on in the bedrooms and hearts of grown adults. Hmmmm, doesn't sound like small government to me. Sounds like nosy big brother, but with low taxes and no regulation. Thanks, but no thanks.
Dan, FL-
Uhhh, you wandered into the wrong thread. No one here wants to hear about Satan....sorry, I mean Dick Cheney.
If you believe he has made us safer, you are delusional. The imperialistic policies that Cheney pushed and Bush let go have put us in the crosshairs of more and more extremists. We have trod on their sacred soil, we have killed their families, and we have done so with impunity. We call it "nation building", they don't.
Obama may not be able to repair that damage but I bet he is able to bring this country goodwill from its former friends once again.
There is only one choice for Sec. of State. Bill Richardson. Let Hillary stay in the Senate and four years from now become a private citizen. That is the job she is best qualified to hold.
I hope she doesn't have to go to Bosnia and dodge more sniper fire.
I do not think it is a good idea for Clinton to be Secretary of State. I think she should be in Health Care or the Supreme Court. But if she is Secretary of State she would be able to complain about the administration in 2012.
Hillary for SOS? Thanks, but no thanks. John Kerry is, by far, the best choice for these troubling times.
Hillary is a bright woman with lots of support. Offering her a Cabinet position would help appease some of her supporters and she'd do a good job. My only concern would be Bill getting in the way.
Oh boy..I bet the far right is licking their chops over this one. The radio talk shows are writing their material right now as we speak.
Will Bill Clinton hang on as co-secretary of state and speaks his policy sometimes as he would be interviewed frequently if Hillary indeed gets that title? Bill has nothing to lose!
Kerry for SoSt? Major NO
Clinton for SoSt? Minor NO
Richardson for SoSt? possibly
Best Choice: Max Cleland !!!
nuff sed
I strongly support Hillary and always have, but do not feel she would be a good match for this cabinet position. Think we need someone with more foreign policy experience like Hagel.
Although she is not my first choice, Hillary would not be a bad choice. It shows that he is sincere when he says that he will listen to those who don't always agree with him. However, I disagree with those who say she deserves it. She was vastly unfair to Barack even condescending to him during the campaign. This opened up the flood gates for more attacks from John McCain during the general election. On the other hand, Bill Richardson has been very loyal in his support of Barack risking his friendship with the Clinton's to side with him. He also has more foreign policy experience. I say, if he wants Hillary in his cabinet for being supportive at the end so be it, but give her Secretary of Health and Human Services so that she can work on health care. However, Bill Richardson would be by far the smarter choice for secretary of state.
I LOVE IT! She would have made a great President but she will make a great SSofS. Smart and a natural at healing wounds.
I will be very pride of "President-elect Sen." Obama if this become true.
Is not the change we need but is a smart decision for the party.
Obama needs an aggressive & efficient Secretary of State. I do not know
weather Hillary Clinton meets the criteria . Health care would be better
as she has some experience in it,
As far as her future is concerned , the Political truth is that she needs Obama ,more than Obama needs her.
I personally hope that the offer is valid and that Senator Clinton accepts.
Hillary is most qualified ! But remember, she ought to be president and not Obama ! Hillary will always be number 1
In what evil parallel world would it be a good idea to put the Anti-Christ in charge of our diplomacy? HC is the hound from hell who damaged Obama more than the Republicans on foreign policy - and she did it in an obvious effort to cripple his candidacy enough that he could never win in November, thus ensuring she could run in 2012. She's only in this for herself, not her party, not her country. We cannot afford any more self-aggrandizing jerks in our government right now.
What a wonderful thing that would be! Hilary is perfect for the job. International leaders already know her and respect her. She is so knowledgabls, she could jump right in. She would be on top of all issues and prepared to provide proactive leadership versus reactive. What a change from an ex-tennis partner who never gained international respect after 8 years of trying very hard.
Christiane Amanpour for Secretary of State.
Has it not occured to the Obama transition team that the most qualified person, by far, for Secretary of State is CNN's
Christiane Amanpour?
Right on Hillary!!! You would have been a great president but since it didnt happen .... this is the next best for you as Secretary of State, and you deserve it! However, New York needs a great senator like you too! How can anyone in their right mind compare you to Sarah Pailin ... she is absolutely no way near your league .... you are to far ahead. Remember ... Hillary ... you are one of the best ....
How about Colin Powel for SOS ? Wouldn't it be fabulous ?
If she is to be appointed to a position, it should be a non-cabinet, arms length role from the President. There would simply be too much attention and emphasis (justified or otherwise) placed on her and her hubby in terms of President Obama's foreign policy positions.
Oh, Mr. President-elect, please don't let her down this time but I fervently believe you will always do things for the best of the country.
So... Wheres the change? His cabinet is nothing but Washington Insiders.
I dont supprt Hillary for Secretary of State. Let hers tay in the Senate to run again in 2012 when America finds out first hand that Obama was not the right choice.
In the name of all that’s holy, I hope this isn’t true. We saw how diplomatic Hillary was in the primaries. She dictates rather than negotiate. She’s a fighter, not a uniter. Lots of better places for her to put that talent to use - like maybe the Senate? Hillary the Global Free Trader is NOT best to lead reforms for fair trade.
YOU GUYS ARE ALL MAD!!!
Arabs were right when I heard someone said: "No matter who gets elected, the US foreign policy will stay the same". It is an ignorant, arrogant, selfish, aggressive, not good for any one policy, except maybe for Israel. Now, appointing Clinton as a SOS would be a great "change" back to the policy that was before Bush, which was the exact same foreign policy, as far as the rest of the world is concerned. Yeah, what a "change". If that happens, I want my Obama's campaign donation back!
I do not think it is a good idea for Clinton to be Secretary of State. I think she should be in Health Care or the Supreme Court. But I would rather see Bill Richardson as Sect. of State. World leaders love him.
I think obama idea isn't bad to choose hillary clinton as secratary of state ,we all know politics is like soccer team ,even thougth they did fight during race that not the end of the world ,i'll encourage barack obama to realise it , after all she's a brilliant lady and she was first lady for 8years .she is good to be.
This is great news! I think she should have been the nominee, but this will do.
Hillary Clinton would be excellent and well qualified in this or another highest level presedential post.
Is this a joke? Is this the change we've been waiting for? If I had know Obama was going to bring in all Clinton people I would have voted for Hillary Clinton. This is a big mistake!