CHICAGO, Illinois (CNN) - Gov. Bill Richardson of New Mexico is a serious contender for commerce secretary in the Obama administration, two sources close to the transition said Friday.
The same sources, however, cautioned that Richardson could be tapped for another senior post as well. They do not consider Richardson's appointment to the Commerce Department to be a done deal.
Richardson, 61, was a candidate for the 2008 Democratic presidential nomination. Currently in his second term as New Mexico's governor, he previously served as ambassador to the United Nations and energy secretary in the Clinton administration.
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I think Richardson will do well in any post he's chosen for.
Turn it down, Bill! If you're not nominated for the SoS post, then you don't want anything to do with this administration...
Bill Richardson is an excellent politician and deserves to be in the cabinet
WHY???
Another long term DC Insider for change.
About the only change we have seen from Obama thus far is his uncanny ability to change from an outsider to an insider
Interesting that the real change Obama may bring is going to be all the new Democratic senators and governors to replace the ones being pulled into the cabinet. Who'd have guessed?!
Cool! Finally Richardson! I hope Chuck Nagel and Susan Rice will be on his team.
Can't believe Richardson won't get Secretary of State... He's ten times more qualified than that stupid Hillary.
Big deal, just another liberal in there to muddy the waters.
that means hillary is the secretary of state,i knew it. so sad
CJ, why dont you get a life and stop swallowing the bitter pill.
If Hilary rejects the position of Secretary of State, then Richardson is more or less a shoo-in for that position, so he should hold off for now and wait to see what Hilary does.
As Bill has shown his true Benedict Arnold colors – he is best left sitting at home. Give it up, Richardson – you are over.
great choice again. Obama is on a roll. Susan Rice and Samantha Powers should be next
Vic... I agree. Bill will do a great job in any position.
I think Richardson will do whatever he can to help this country recover from the past 8 years.
Richardson will do well in any job he takes. On another note, Bush is still the President until Jan. 20th. Bush is the leader of this nation at this time. Obama does not have the reigns of power yet, and therefore there is not much Obama can do. I am afraid that Bush is going to be like President Hoover and let the economy worsen more, and do nothing about it after his defeat.
He should have an important position. He fully deserves it.
wow..................another "new" face..............this really is "change we an believe in"
Commerce? Why not State?
How do all this speculators and naysayers know if this is the post that Richardson wanted?? Conversations and decisions work both ways!!
If you think you can do a better job then the people that Obama chose, then, you go and apply for the job. Otherwise, SHUT UP! and wait until the end of their term to evaluate them.
A good pick. I like Bill Richardson. His talent may be better used in his current governor role though. Either way, it's another good choice by the Obama team.
Fantastic.......
All the arm-chair quarterbacks – who don't know what Richardson wants or sought. Also have no idea of who has the right skill-sets. Just sit back and follow and complian for those that take action.
Wow!
it's obvious that Obama is going to use him as another sounding board on diplomatic affairs until he can be confident that Hillary is on message.
Another chapter.....what else is new???????????
so many leaks now. I wonder who's doing it.
I just wonder why all the leak's? During Obama's campaign, nothing was leaked. Seems to me this is a calculated by his team to see what type of response he gets prior to actually making the formal announcement. I still don't get it though.
people stop hatin...let Obama do what he think is best, cause if it dont work he can fire people and their rep. would be screwed.
what is his background in commerce?
great pick
frankly, I think all these democratic governors need to stay with their states – we're gonna need them there to help enact change across the country! I think Obama should be looking for people who are not currently holding government posts.... but hey, that's just me!
Richardson is the best, he would be great in any post he is selected for.
GREAT JOB for Governor Richardson, he's perfect for the job.
Richardson would make a great secretary of state, He can handle the mean guys so well and they like and respect him! Hillary has too much luggage!
Another Stellar Choice By The Soon To Be Best President Ever!
Obama's putting together a competent team. How refreshing.
Gov Richardson deserves a high post in Pres. Elect Obama's administration!!! And I'm watching, reading and listening to see when that announcement is going to be made!!
I'd hope for Sec of State but it appeara that isn;t going to happen but he'll do well in whatever position he's chosen for........
Good luck Gov Richardson!!!!!
CJ in FL, Do you the want new adminstration to offer jobs based on Merit or do you want it offererd based on who you know (the patronage system)? Look no futher at the Bush administration's result if you chose the later...
Obama Victim: If Obama picked a bunch of new faces, you say, "See he's so inexperienced, he doesn't even know how to pick people that can get things done." You would never be happy, so why not just hibernate for the next 8 years while the rest of us actually accomplish something. It's the policy that represents a change, not all of the players, and even they are a change from the disastrous Bush regime. Or are you among the 6.7% of Americans who belileve that Bush has done a good job?
Due to the abuses of the past 8 years, we need the smartest, most dedicated and well rounded people available to help get things on back track. My sense is that no matter what the department there is plenty of direction needed. Now is the time for all good men (and women) to come to the aid of their country.
Richardson deserves Secretary of State after what he did in Korea. If someone isn't familiar with it, you should google it. He is well respected internationally and obviously is doing something right. He won't get it because of Clinton but it should be him.
Kerry deserves something too.
The only reason I want Hillary in any Cabinet position is that Barack will be her boss and she will have less power than if she was in the Senate. The man is dumb like a fox!
I'd would have much rather seen a Richardson Sec. of State, however the name Clinton commands respect worlwide and as long as Obama keeps her in check it'll work out fine.
By the way I am so sick of Republican haters. Every Single One of You is closed minded and bitter. ALWAYS tearing people down. Just because it's not a Repub in the White House you are fine with sitting on your hands and actually hoping that this nation gets worse just so you can say "see we told you Obama and Dems are no good!" Like I tell the people at the office...if it's that important get involved and do something. You have lots of gripes but ZERO answers, same as your guys Rush and Hannity. Why do you think they sit behind a mic. a jabber hate...because if they had real answers the would have run for office and done something. You guys wear me out.
And yet another Clinton-era persona. Yay!
Where's the change.
Richardson would make a better S of S than Hillary.
Hillary as S of S? I really don’t think this is a wise choice, simply because unlike McCain, Hillary has difficulty being led and being a team player.
With the Clinton's penchant for drama, my fear is that with Clinton's foreign money making activities curtailed because Hillary is S of S, Bill might get bored and start paying attention to other women. If that happens, the Democrats should forget 2010 and 2012.
Give me a break guys i think Hillary will do better as secretary of state after all she worked so hard to unite the democratic party after the convention.
He's young enough to be the first Hispanic president in eight years! Go, Bill!
Yes, i love this guy!
Of course he is.., another liberal insiders in the Obama adminstration. An administration who makeup marks the complete betrayed of the American people's vote for change.
Obama is bringing in a dream team.
I think he would be the best bet for Sec. of State. I respect Bill Richardson a lot, he deserves it!
Don't worry Bill, Barry will take care of ya... Can't wait to see this new administration in office. I'm soooooo geeeked...
NICE GUY-WELL QUALIFIED==BUT STARTING TO LOOK LIKE TOM DEWEY. GET A SHAVEL DEWEY LOST AN ELECTION WITH MOUSTACH.
Obama Victim November 21st, 2008 3:30 pm ET
wow………………another "new" face…………..this really is "change we an believe in"
Get a life. I know people like you were waiting to complain about new people and lack of Obama experience vs. the problems America faces right now.
Who do YOU think should be in his cabinet? People from off the street?
Obama Victim November 21st, 2008 3:30 pm ET
wow………………another "new" face…………..this really is "change we an believe in"
Gov. Richardson has the experience and skill to be Secretary of State. He would represent the change that the Obama Presidency is about.
Richardson fully deserves a great positon and I hope this one suits him. If there is a higher position, then put him in it.
Get over it people! Let Obama pick whomever he feels can suit his goals in the administration. I didn't hear very many complaints when Bush picked his cronies that were not qualified, like "Brown" for FEMA. Some people are just going to be miserable no matter what happens around them.
He is a diplomat.
What does he know about commerce?
i would like to stay on a governor.
His betrayal of Hillary Clinton shows he will betray anyone, even you and me.
We–the people of the United States.
Here, here!! At least you know he has a back bone and "balls". He took a lot of flack for endorsing President Obama for President instead of the Clinton machine. He stood his ground and delivered his state for our new president. This is a real man, and would you say "Maverick". And I am glad to see people coming to the white house from the border states, they have a unique insight to many of this country's most pressing issues and will bring balance. I say welcome aboard to Gov. Richardson, we are looking forward to having you on the TEAM!!
Can't believe Hillary is going to force Obama to give her Bill job. I can't stand her shes a fool.
Can't all the talking heads just put it on ice– freeze, shut-up and wait? Oh, that's not how things work, how sad then.
I'm glad Richardson will be getting a senior post in the Adminisitration, but it really should have been Secretary of State. It has nothing to do with liking or disliking Hillary, either. It's a simple matter of who's most qualified. Just look at Bill's resume compared to Hillary's! Hers is nothing to sneeze at, but come on – he's the CLEAR choice for SoS. I have a feeling there's some pandering going on here...
Give the new Prez a chance, change is not the people he put in office change is America doing better than we are doing now, the nay sayers need to stop that whats wrong with this country always looking to put someone under the bus.
Frankly, I prefer him at Commerece than SOS. And I like the latest news on Treasury and Defense
You see...this is a shame!!! One of the most qualified politicians for the post and a remarkable hispanic leader will get bumped by old politics and consolidation of power within the Obama Kigdom......It is ironic that after Bill back-stabbed the Clintons, the Clintons will have the last laughs!!!!!
Richardson doesn't deserve any post. Americans should consider loyalty and respect to be important traits of anyone that will represent our nation on the international stage.
His blatant lack of both characteristics that came through when he endorsed Obama, and not Clinton after all that family did for him, should be a clear indicator to Obama.
If Obama really does have such great judgment, he should be able to clearly see that Richardson doesn't care about his administration, or anyone but himself for that matter.
To Obama Victim: what did you think change was? Change of people? Did you expect Obama to fire every one in Washington and run a new recruitment for the office in 2month time?
The change Obama promised was change in policies and a change in the way washington works for the american people. I am positive that we will see that soon after he takes office.
Commerce? How does that make any sense? The guy is qualified to be SoS, and should be! If Obama wants to put Richardson in the Cabinet, then give him the position he's actually right for
Richardson is a very good person, and a very good politician.
Although he campaigned for the Presidency, I think even he knew he wasn't there to win the White House.
Anyway, I would prefer him as SoS, but Clinton seems like a good choice, too. Commerce for Richardson could bring Latin America (not just Mexico, but all the countries in the south) closer to the U.S.
Latin America really has a very poor political perception of the U.S. thanks to Bush's foreign policies.
Judas as a Cabinet member. Go figure.
I guess turning your underwear inside out and putting them back on is change, same old democrats and republicans, pretty sad statement on US politics
It's sad when you read posters who fault every choice obama picks. don't you understand what this nation is facing. You need experience for top level job. Please use common sense.
Nobama's going to "change" us all into the poor house!! Oh well, guess he thinks we need to be there along with this "others" that are already there.
Commerce? How does that make sense? He's the qualified one for SoS. If Obama wants him as a Secretary so bad, give him the position he is qualified for and will be good at!
I hope if he doesn't get this, he gets another position. He is qualified and deserves a high position in our government.
Although Gov. Richardson is a businessman, his strength is diplomacy and he truly should be Secretary of State. I say this with all due respect to Sen. Clinton.
Okay, but he might want to lose the "sieg heil" salute.
Hillary ran a terrible campaign by losing a 20 point lead she had over Obama. She hired the wrong people who did a terrible job and she finished the campaign $ 20 million in debt.
Is this the kind of performance we want out of a Sec. of State?????
Also did we vote for Obama to find the people we voted against (Hillary) in the positions most closely surrounding him???
Bill is an excellent choice for any position. Finally the team takes shape and the idiots are on their way out.
Richardson is a good man. It was a brave thing to endorse Obama before everyone else jumped on board. We love ya, Bill!
Richardson for Secretary of State!
See you silly people who voted for Obama,,, he is clueless about running this country so he is getting the "clinton gang" back together to help him....
I am happy to see that he will have capable people to do his work for him..... so get over it and deal with !!!!!!
I do not think Bill Richardson has anything to add that is positive to this administration. I think he has not done well in his own state or in any other way since he's been in politics. He only got a tiny percentage, similar to that along the lines of Ralph Nader, IMO. I do not think he would do much for the Obama cabinet. I would rather see others with more capability.
Richard maybe the change is in your dense depends.
As I am from NM I can say from certainty that Bill Richardson is one heck of a good guy. He listens and is responsive to the people... Go Bill!!!
Oh, the next four years will be fun. If Obama was really smart, he would steer clear of those Clintons.
Richardson had one of the best qualification when running in the primary he will do an excellent job whatever he does. Obama is doing right by choosing previous political opponents unlike the one sided unreliable cronies of the current administration.
I bet if Obama would not make a laughing stock out of himself he would probably say "I quit and pack up his doll dishes and go home "
I dont like Richardson but I wish him well.
Bill convinced Obama to make her Sec. of State just so she would be out of the country a lot and he could play with the Monica Lewinskys of the world.
He's so cool for a guy who managed to get himself Impeached. I don't think people internalize that he was Impeached and what that means.
Can we say "North American Union"
I wish someone would fire these "sources"...these leaks are getting nuts!
If I were Hillary Clinton, I would turn down the job. For months Barack ranted about how Hillary wasn't qualified to be president, and how the Bill Clinton Administration was lousy. So Hillary wasn't good enough to be president but Barack needed her so bad to campaign for him because he wasn't good enough to do it himself. And NOW she's good enough to be Secretary of State. And of course, we have Bill Richardson. This man owes his career to Bill Clinton, and then he turns on the Clintons and endorses Obama. This turncoat should get the job for the way he behaved, Barack needs another snake in his administration. Hillary, save your career, tell them to keep their job, and stick with the Senate. You'll be better off! We still love you Hillary, you and Bill!
Sol...another Obamabot.
Richardson was THE most qualified of the ENTIRE field. But you clowns fell for glitz, smooth lines, and the chance to 'make history'. It's HILARIOUS that so many people didn't see Obama for the con man he is.
Obama before the election:
"We need change we can believe in!"
"We need change now!"
after the election:
"About that change...yeah, that's probably not going to happen..."
"Let's slow down on that 'change' stuff..."
LOL, suckers!
do any one of you obama cool aid drinkers realize that the messiah knows that the 3am ad is true or is it only him and me.it scared the hell out of him
Works for me......and by the way change is in the policy of the Obama Administration, change is in the ethical governing of doing the right thing for the American people, change is what lies ahead for all of us as we step into 2009 with a desire to change the course of our economy and change the way we are perceived throughout the world.
Barack ... I'm a Columbia man, like you, and I've got your back but Richardson in Commerce strikes me as quid pro quo.
I like him for Secretary of State over Hillary... i don't like him for Commerce ...
Maybe this is something you feel you've got to do ... politically ... and I'll understand that but I think you should dump Hillary or at least give her H&HS, give State to the former diplomat, Richardson, and find something else for Daschele.
I also hear that HUD is going to Miami Mayor ... don't know much about that new face...
I love Eric Holder, another Columbia brother for top cop at Attorney General. He is THE BEST qualified pick you've made so far.
Emmanuel ... the real pit bull ... will be good and making sure people don't sit on their you-know-whats and do nothing.
I like Summers for Treasury ... no time for lightweights ... Ladies get over your view that Summers is sexist ... he's not.
Napolitano is new blood at Homeland Security ...
Will be looking for several new faces to serve as the Deputies to these many Cabinet secretaries so that the Dems build the pipeline for future talent.
Change.. just the position is changed from Energy to Commerce; some change atleast !!! Lobbyists are getting positions; same old faces; Is that because DNC doesn't have Talent?
Michelle remind your hubby to keep the WORD that he gave to US!!! Change and No Lobbyists!!! otherwise, Shame not Change, We Can !!!
Happy Hillary will beat him out for Secretary of State.
Too arrogant for me!
yeah what a traitor and calculated politician seems to me you need to choose people you can trust not people who always want something and when the going gets tough can always stand tall with you ,he's a dissapointment if you ask me.
I think Richardson has many talents and would fit well in any one of several high level posts.
How many ex Clinton Hacks does that Make? This is more of a joke every day. Change ha ha.
Seriously...can we stop the "oh this isn't change" comments?" It is really pathetic.
1. He's not president yet.
2. If he put a bunch of faces in his cabinet that you never heard of, you'd be spazzing out because McCain's entire campaign was run on being more experienced.
3. Change comes from policy not personality. You probably voted for personality the last 8 years and that's why we are in the amidst of economic collapse, at total war with a tactic...not an enemy, and completely socially divided nation.
You can disagree with the selection...you can disagree with the policy...but since he's not President and has not made any policies...Stop your whining. You sound like a child. Leave the internet to the big kids.
Bill R should be SOS
If Barack does not keep his promises, we the people who helped him get elected will work hard to remove him from office. I wonder what kind of message he is going to preach in the next election. The change message would not work in the next election.
Any where richardson is put in the important part of the administration is good. Just glad if he is in the administration.
Please do not pick Bill Richardson for any post. I live in the state of New Mexico and all you need to do is look at the status of this state to see that he is not qualified for a U S government post. He can't even take care of his own state.
Richardson has foreign policy credentials and he didn't even have to lie about having them like Hillary did. Let her return to the senate and be a junior senator like all others who try and fail to win the presidency. Why does she warrant such special treatment? I can understand Obama's wanting put forth a united front but he doesn't have to be a fool about it. This is still the same woman who called him all kinds of names and attacked his credentials and abilities. For that you give her the Secretary of State position? Stop kissing her behind and be a leader!!!
I thought him a good pick for Sec. of state but now that the idea of him as Commerce Sec. is floated I think he might be even better in that post. He has the demeanor suited to re-think and negoiate our ill-drafted trade agreements.
Were you expecting a leader from a boy scout troop in Wyoming or from Cape Cod? There has to be some experience here...Obama's selections have been thoughtful...we don't need another Brown from FEMA...
This guy knew Barack was going to win and so he endorses him and look...he's in. Congrats Hillary
Reject the Offer Bill because you have more experience than Hillary in negotiating critical issues with friendly or hostile leaders. Hillary is so MEAN, why Obama why why why are you giving Hillary the SoS? You know she thinks she deserves it or worse owed to her and her supporters are hateful. Obama to think I donated to you just don't make me regret my donations so be careful. Forget what those power hungry people in Washington want and make us proud Barack.
And CNN what's the big idea with your word press highlighting Obama's name in red like an error? Didn't you guys get the memo to add his name to your dictionary?
Here's hoping Hillary gets the Sec. of State. She (and Bill C. too, for that matter) are very much loved and respected around the world. She will be good at it. That said, Richardson would be good at some position, I am sure. He seems competent.
Sounds like the Obama Administration can now, officially, be called the Clinton Light Administration. HA HA.
You mean he MIGHT be considered for Secretary of State if Clinton stays in the Senate?
Poor Richardson. He is only second best to the ladies for either SOS or Commerce (after Pritzger turned down the latter)?
Not much fun being a man these days.
I agree with Ed from Sante Fe. Bill should have the SoS position not Clinton. Bill has the experience and he threw his support to Obama knowing it would strain his relationship with the Clintons.
Regarding the naming of all the previous Clinton posts, so much for all the change. I was really expecting more outsiders from educational institutions and non-profit/profit corporation in this administration.
I'm a bit disappointed.
Bill is a better person than that and he will serve with honor, in whatever post he is chosen for and will also do a great job.
Richardson will be a fine Commerce Sec. if he is offered and accepts. For all you folks belly aching about all old faces from the Clinton administration and no change GET REAL. You have to have SUCCESSFUL people with experience to lead. Remember Brownie at FEMA?
For you McCainiacs add some sugar to those sour grapes. For those who supported OBAMA chill. We are in for a hughly bumpy road thanks to the repubs and their incompetence for the last almost 8 years.
Richardson is a smart, thoughtful and fair person who will do well for the nation in any post he chooses to take. The nay-sayers aren't seeing past their noses on this one.
JUDAS GETTING PAID FOR HIS SUPPORT.
richard, "change" is a word in the dictionary. If you don't have one at home, try dictionary.com.
Clinton will be announced around Thanksgiving when people are preoccupied to avoid the backlash.
I am so happy I could scream! I think I will: BAZZZOOOOOOOOOO!!!
God bless this great President and Vice President, families, staffs, Americans, Foreigners – heck even Republicans!
Richardson was my sec of state choice. Bummed he's not getting it but I hope he gets a good post in this administration.
I'll reserve my judgment on Hillary, she might be great, who knows.
I do know that the Obama team has been very judicious since day one of his campaign and have made good decisions. I'll go with them on this one and hopefully it works out great and they all look like geniuses.
What do you guys expect? Do you want him to pick all unknowns – you need SOME people who know how to play, the CHANGE is having a President with intelligence and integrity at the helm making the policy. If he were to pick people out of obscurity you'd be criticizing that.
Cange is about policy not people! You can teach old dogs new tricks!
Personally I wish Hillary would have nothing to do with the Obama campaign – but since she is – I am so very, very glad if she beats Richardson out of being Sec. of State if that is the job he wanted. He is a user and all for himself. Glad if he gets it shoved to him. Hooooray!!
That snake Richardson who bit Clintons will bite Obama again. He has no sruples. The face gives it away. Insidious, conniving.
Let OBAMA and his team make these appointments, these people know what it will take to get the OBAMA administration moving forward with the Democratic agenda!
Most of you Arm Chair Quarterbacks, know nothing of what the Washington agenda is, most of you probably voted for GW Bush in 00 & 04. And you see the fix we're in now!!!
OBAMA will be our commander in chief 01/20/09 until then this is still BUSH's mess!!!
Obama how could you do this to Bill Richardson!! He came out for in the beginning of the campaign and in the meantime the powerful Clintons disowned him as a friend. He is much more deserving for SOS then Hillary. I supported you when it looked like you didn't have a chance against Hillary and Bill Clinton with all the dirty politics they threw at you. I called your office many times in Chicago saying what Bill was saying about you and the same with Hillary that were out right lies. I was so proud when you didn't buckle under and support her for Vice President. I thought you might offer her something but not this. She is more important than the Vice President with this position. Believe me when I say there will be a day you will regret this. They are powerful and dishonest and you have intregity but I am sad to say you really disappointed me with this deceision. I was hoping the power maching would disappear into the sunset.
Richardson ins a good man...his advice will be helpful in any capacity.
See what happens backstab you get backstabbed. He probably only endorsed Obama in hopes of getting SOS. If he had endorsed Clinton instead of turning his back on her he probably would have gotten SOS had she been elected.
If Richardson is piicked for any important job in the next administration, is he going to wear his yellow pants and fright wig? Just wondering.
Richardson is an amazing person who actually cares about the livelihood of all people. Everybody needs to understand that Obama also wants experience and just because he has appointed people from other administrations doesn't mean things are not going to change. By the way, all the pessimism makes you all look weak and unable to visualize that true change will happen! Where are all the positive bloggers?????????
Ok people! The change will come! We are changing from a GOP gangster mentality to an intelligent, thoughtful and engaging administration.
Hillary will be a great SOS because she already has a good relationship with most of the world leaders. And her husband gives us a "twofor". Bill Clinton is a great statesman. He can mentor Hillary and her staff.
Bill Richardson is also a international figure. He has had the hard conversations North Korea and China. But Sec. of Commerce...I think is a waste of talent.
Yes, GOP the change is here. You lost and we have to endure your whinning.
Help Obama succeed and you will prosper! Hope that he fails and it is your own demise!
Richardson would have made a better SOS
Yes I agree...Richardson would be successful in ANY cabinet position. I prefer him for Sec. of State over Clinton.
I think Bill Richardson should get the Secretary of State position. He brings less baggage. I also admire him for doing the right thing in supporting Obama. That says alot about him and he knows what is best for the country. We need someone with his experience and social skills.
Why don't people understand that president-elect Obama is not going to appoint any green people to important positions when this nation is in such a terrible state? Change can occur with qualified, experienced people. I believe that.
He should be the serious contender for Secretary of State. I just cannot figure out why the President-elect wants the Clinton's in his admin. All of the drama in the news media since Hillary's name was first floated out there for State should send him a loud message of what is to come. She and Bill just cannot help themselves. Call them Drama Queens or as Jeffrey Toomer has called them, "deranged narcisists, they are and always will be about themselves above everyone and everything else.
Another Clinton holdover? Where's the change I can believe in?
I like RIchardson. He will do a great job. He has a good personality and will be a team player with the administration.
Hillary has power and she is smart. She put up a good fight so she should get the job as SOS. Bill is a good honest and smart man and he came out early for Obama but the power that Hillary and Bill have around the world makes her the better pick SOS. America is BACK. We will be ok people. We just need to clean out the White House ASAP and get a man in there that has a BRAIN. Bush is lacking in EVERYTHING. I wish he would get out NOW. Why wait?
Can someone tell me why, in light of how Hillary was vilified and demonized by Obama during the campaign for her terrible judgment in voting for the use of military force in Iraq, she is now so good and wise that she should be our representative to the whole world?
Barry, were you lying then, or are you lying now?
Ed - Why are you still spewing hate towards Hillary.?
What a bitter man you are...maybe you could follow Obama's lead and focus on moving forward.
Just a thought...
I really want to know who is paying these people who keep posting "Where is the change????" b/c these same people post the SAME EXACT THING in every single ticker!
It's not the people change, it's the policy change. When are you going to get that through your heads? Or do you just copy/paste from ticker to ticker w.out even reading other people's comments? We want people who are intelligent and who know their way around D.C. Who else is left!?
Sol... get a clue.
Richardson is way more qualified for the post of SoS than Hillary.
I think Richardson would be better in the Energy spot. That is what he did in the Clinton administration and he was good at it.
He would have been a much better choice for Secretary of State.
He is still a JUDAS !!!!....
America it is time to wake up! The people he is picking to help run his administration need to have proven experience so he does not have to feel the need to micro manage. He is basically taking on a Henry Ford approach by bringing in the most talented, capable and confident people so he can spend his time looking at the big picture. He has taken on a monumental task and does not need to be overburdened with a lot of newbies with no previous white house experience. It only takes one person to make a change so quit throwing stones and sit back, wait and watch! Stop living up to the reputation of Americans, a country with no patience. After all, we did not get in this mess overnight and are certainly not going to get out of it overnight. Ask yourself the question; were you this critical of the current administration? If you weren’t perhaps you should have been!
REAL CHANGE !!!
Bill Richardson is certainly qualified for any position – he can CHANGE into anything at will!!!
Check it out Democrats, no matter who you voted for in the 2008 Primary, you still win!! They're all coming on board!!
Hold me.
Obama Victim "wow………………another "new" face…………..this really is "change we an believe in"
Bill Richardson will be an excellent choice for any position in the new administration.
The "change" we are looking for is a change from the Bush policies of the last 8 years, not necessarily all "new" faces. So far, the people PE Obama has chosen are all intelligent, experienced people who will help bring that change.
I don't feel that a lot of your "Comment People" quite get what President Elect Obama et al are doing in the way of building up an absolutely great cabinet – created along the lines of a Roosevelt or Kennedy cabinet. Whew – talk about brains, youth, abilities, energy, interest and such – this new government will have it all. Be glad..be very glad U.S.A.!
To Obama Victim,
Great name! It looks like Obama is putting together an all star team that might make serious headway in getting this country out of the Bush disaster. And then whom can you blame? You certainly will be a victim of Obama's success, poor thing. LOL!
God help us. Bill Richardson is the dumbest man in politics.
Correction to my earlier post. Jeffrey Toobin
Another Clinton-era appointee!! I still would like to know who the fresh faces are we are going to see.
Does anyone think he will offer Claire McCaskell a position in the cabinet. She has been with him from the get go! I don't know if MO has a republican governor and if taking her out of the Senate would mean a republican replacement than she may not get the position. After all if Janet Napalitano of AZ leaves, she has a Republican LT. Gov taking over.
TRAITOR!!!!!! HILLARY 2012!!!!!!!
They should stop with the Clinton nonsense , Richardson is more qualified for Secretary of State than she is
I think the biggest change is that we'll see an administration that actually works. That'll be the polar opposite of the administration that's been in Washington the last 8 years.
I think he will do well in any post
Richarson for Sec of STATE! No more the Clintons to dangle her jewelry around her neck. I am sick of her. Bill Richarson-Sec of STATE!!!
How nice for this trader to want to work with Barack Hussein Obama, Junior.
What has the world come to?
Hillary or Richardson are both qualified for the Secretary of State position. Let's not forget Hillary's 18million+ votes...subtract half of that # from Obama's total, and guess what folks, McCain would be President-Elect and a former Ms. Alaska wanna be would be VP-Elect . - Lighten up everybody...be patient...change comes from within..
I am very happy Hillary Clinton is apparently going to beat out Richardson for SoS job. She is far more qualified than Richardson could ever be. But watch your backside Barrack Obama. We've already seen what Richardson will do just to get ahead.
Some of the comments on this blog is really stupid. First of all, Hillary will do just fine as SOS. Bill will do fine as SOC. Each of them ought to consider it a privilege to be of a service to our country not to mention the current issues that we face as a nation. All of this egotistical crap makes no sense. It's all about being a team player.
I think he is such an opportunistic prick just like OBAMA...... free-rider! No work done but gains a lot!
I'm confused about the people who are whining because Obama is selecting people with experience. Do you want him to select inexperienced people because inexperience = change? Why can't he choose experienced people, and as our leader, change the way they do business? To expect Obama to choose inexperienced people to lead our government is reckless and irresponsible.
It seems to me the people who are now criticizing Barack Obama for selecting experienced people to be in his cabinet are the same people who criticized him during the campaign for not having enough experience to be president.
Some people are going to criticize Obama regardless of what he does because there is nothing he can reasonably do to satisfy them. He simply needs to ignore these people because giving them attention is just a waste of time and energy.
Richardson is a JUDAS!
He is "the" choice for SoS. But, he will do fine wherever.
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Hillary! It is time to get to work!
I honestly think Richardson would be a better Secretary of State. He had the best foreign relations experience of anybody in the race including Hillary. Not to mention he is an amazing diplomat managing to be friends of the Clintons while supporting Obama. If she says no, they better give it to him.
Would like to say thank you for the informative content on your blog. M.L.
Gov. Richardson is a capable man; with his quiet demeanor and infinite patience, he would have been a great Secretary of State. However, he will be good in any Cabinet position.
I am so hoping Richardson will be Secretary of State and this hype on Hillary, is just that hype! Richardson bucked the whole Clinton Tribe and their nasty remarks about him. for doing what he thought was best for the country. I think he has more foresight that good ole Hillary! and would be a great Secretary of State.
Governor Richardson would be a superb choice for any number of key adminstration roles. Commerce will be a key post and the governor a terrifc fit.
It's always amusing to see what the right-wing talking heads are saying by watching the drones repeat it over and over again.
Yes, this is change. Hiring qualified people to do important jobs qualifies as a major change over the last eight years.
I'm disappointed Richardson didn't get Secretary of State, but Hillary will do well and Richardson will do great at Commerce.
GET REAL , HES YOUR PRESIDENT , HES GOING TO DO A GOOD JOB FOR ALL OF US!!! IF YOU OPEN YOUR EYES HE IS PICK PEOPLE ACROSS THE BOARD. REP-DEM JUST LIKE HE SAID HE WAS GOING TO DO!
Richard, the Clinton era was one of prosperity. The change will be from one of the worst eras of our time to hopefully another prosperous time. That is the change we need. If that takes some of the old Clinton administration, then so be it. They did us good, very good. Clinton was handed a deficit but left office with a surplus, while we are now faced with a $45 trillion deficit.
CJ in FL-keep on working against the new administration. Get all of the staff to quit. Then we will have only one man to do everything. Oh wait, don't they call that a dictatorship?
I think Hillary will make a good Secretary of State but somehow does all of this Bill and Hillary thing make you wonder if Obama is doing what Putin is doing in Russia?? Who's really gonna be in charge????
This is a strange post. You have the democrats who fight amongst themselves over favorites, then you have some morons who keep citing where's the change? To the morons: the change is getting away from devisive republican theory. Changing the king-like structure of the Bush administration. His campaign didn't suggest that they would staff only inexperienced outsiders. If that were the case you would be complaining about those choices. Simply put. You are morons. Things were great under Clinton, things are terrible under Bush. Obama will use alot of those from one of the most successful presidencies in recent times. To the in-fighting democrats, pull it together! Stop acting like children, Hillary has the experience, the connections, and the international respect. She is the best choice.
Whatever kind of doggie the Obamas choose for his little girls, it will surely need a caretaker and groomer, especially if it's a poodle. He is such an expert with sculpting his facial growth, he's ready-made.
Bill Richardson is an good and decent man, but Hillary would be the better choice for Secretary of State. Apparently, Barack Obama knows something his distractors fail to recognize–the mental toughness of Hillary Clinton. He knows first hand how much tenacity she has, and how intelligent she is. If you want to negotiation with your adversaries you need those qualities. She has been on the world stage before and foreign leaders know that she commands respect for America’s place in the world. Obama knows what he’s doing.
I LOVE how everyone is complaining about Obama, when are President has already mailed it in after getting us in this mess. You probably think he's done a good job D'OH, put down the Rush-Aid and use you own brain, not the one that comes out of the box.
Hillary Clinton should have been the Democratic nominee for president. Obama knows it, and the rest of the nation knows it. Well, apparently we'll get the next best thing - the entire former Clinton administration !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Obama Victim
Your thinking obviously is that of a 3rd grader if you think the only meaning of change is people.
The change Obama talked about was how he's going to run the government. Who is going to be focused on, the American people, or big companies like the past eight years.
Invest in stemcell research and grow a brain.
I thought Bill Richardson would make the best choice for Secretary of State. Why oh why, can' t they reverse these positions???
Most of you naysayers who are complaining about Obama's picks, are clueless. After all is said and done, the next administration will have the brightest, best and most competent people running this country. It will be two terms of great victory for the American people. Then again, maybe some of the naysayers are Republicans who are just scared that Obama's administration will be a grand success thus leaving the GOP out in the cold longer that the anticipated 16 yrs. Get a new life, and get used to it. Democrats will be in office for as long as it takes to get this country on track again, after the abysmal performance of the GOP over the past 8 yrs., By then, maybe you would have re-invented yourselves after much soul-searching. for now, I WELCOME CHANGE!
Hillary Clinton should have been the Democratic nominee for president. Obama knows it, and the rest of the nation knows it. Now, apparently, we'll get the Clinton administration back, anyway.
For all the bloggers who are worrying about "Change" the change is in the leader not in the followers. The Changes will occur in President-elect Obama's policies not in the people.
I really hope the media would give the new administration time to fill the positions needed.
The Gov should do well in any one of several positions. I list them in descending order: State, Energy, Interior, and Commerce. He would also do well, as already proven, at the U.N. Whatever, I am certain that Bill Richardson will be among the closest of Obama's advisors. The prez should listen to him on a wide array of issues.
Hillary and Bill should not be trusted. They will not be subservant to Obama and will sabotage him whenever they do not get their way. Besides, after that landing under fire by Hillary she ended up with no credibility.
Personally, it seems to me that Bill Richardson would do a better job at Secretary of State, but I'm looking from the outside in, and I trust Obama's judgment. Hillary *is* a *tough* negotiator, so as long as she's willing to keep whatever dissent she may have about Obama's foreign policy behind closed doors (where I'm sure that he'll whole-heartedly consider everything she has to say), then she should make for a strong, influential advocate. I actually think that she should be particularly helpful if Obama plans to really tackle the seemingly impossible mission of a middle east peace deal. She's the perfect person for getting Israel to actually make some concessions, which is the only way that they're ever going to get anything done. I think the people of Israel actually realize this too. While we've been arguing about who is more "pro-Israel" here in the states, they've actually been negotiating and trying to forge a peace deal with Hamas for goodness sakes.
To all the Hillary haters, get a LIFE! She is more than qualified to be SOS. The Clintons are known around the world and are very well respected, unlike some people on this post. Its funny how easily people forget what the Clinton's did for this country during Bill's administration.
Change doesn't mean forcing the left's agenda down people's throat. It means finding the right people with the right kind of experience to get things done. You might not like Obama's choices but he is picking the most experience professionals unlike Bush who picked people who had no experience whatsoever. These cabinet choices shows that Obama is smart enough to know that he doesn't know everything.
end of Bush error!
Those decrying the "lack of change" were never Obama supporters, this is clear from your comments.
Let me remind you that you wanted McCain. Let me remind you that he wanted to change NOTHING.
So please do not sit there and complain that YOU aren't seeing change. Its hypocritical and small.
Thank you Obama so what he has some people from the old days if they can come in and get the job done so be it we need help and fast look at the stock market it had it's biggest gain ever we all know stock goes up and down some say when Obama became the elect stock market went down now what do you have to say today...
Governor Richardson is a good candidate to be considered for either Secretary of State or Commerce Secretary. The only thing I don't like about him is his long winded talks. He has to learn to be precise and to the point.
Richard Holbrook will be a better Secretary of State than Hillary Clinton. Unlike Hillary, Richard doesn't come with any past baggage (like coming under sniper fire when she visited Bosnia). If Obama has definitely made Hillary his choice for Secretary of State (SOS), then he would perhaps end up disappointing many people who voted for him. May be she would help him if there is a call at 3 a.m. God knows.
This guy looks hispanic. Hey.....
Richardson deserves any post and l am happy for him any post he will be appointed to. He supported Barack and yet he was very close to the Clintons.
About Hillary, she can have the SOS post Barack is the president-elect and that the reality. l do not mind if she takes it because aside politics she campaigned for him in the end and was much better than her husband Bill. Youall have to remember that, it was during their years things were much better. l could quit one job and get the next one in the same day. These days you will be lucky if you got a PT job at a 7-11. My paycheck was enough to cover my bills and put enough in my savings these days l can barely make it to work the next day.
Barack is a very smart man and we all need to give him a chance. It may look as though he's bringing in the same people who had been in Clinton's administration but they understood how to do things and they have the experience. He will bring in other people as well but he is trying to get the best. If you want this country to go in the right direction then let him pick the best we may not agree with all his picks but it could be alot worse if we got the McsameMcPalin.
Many people underestimated him but and look how he run his camp the best l have ever seen in the history not that l was born here but l read American History. l am lucky l got a chance to vote.
Give him a chance!!! things will get worse before they get better. Rome was not built in one day. The crisis we're in did not happen in one day.
As a fellow New Mexican, I know Bill Richardson wanted to be SoS. Bummer.
Gov. Richardson has served his country well; he will be a fine Secretary of Commerce or, better yet, of Secretary of State, depending on what Hillary does; either way, he'll benefit the nation.
I like Bill Richardson. I think it would add to the historic significance of Obama's election if Bill becomes the first Latino to be SoS. But Hillary seems to be edging closer to the SoS post everyday. In that case, I would rather see Bill appointed as Energy Sec. than Commerce Sec. because i like the ideas he put forward on energy independence for the US, and am not so sure about his position on free trade particularly NAFTA and AGOA
I really like Richardson. Frankly, I think he would make a better Secretary of State than Hillary, but I'm glad Obama will include him in his administraion, even if Commerce is a fairly low-level Cabinet job.
Remember, Richardson's endorsement of Obama was a very big deal at the time, considering his connections to the Clintons. He and Ted Kennedy played a very big role in getting Obama elected.
FOR FOLKS ASKING "WHERES THE CHANGE"...RELAX.
WE VOTED BARACK IN, LET HIM DO THE JOB...
HE IS BUILDING A VERY STRONG TEAM...
AN INTELLIGENT MAN WILL SURROUND HIMSELF WITH THE BEST.
HE IS SELECTING CAPABLE PEOPLE...NOT LACKEYS...WE'VE BECOME ACUSTOMED TO WITH "W".
I HAVE CONFIDENCE IN BARACKS JUDGEMENT...HES NOT IN OFFICE YET...AGAIN...RELAX...
I guess Bill "Judas" Richardson got his wish...We can't trust a traitor!
It's the Clinton White House without Clinton. Change?
please keep Judas OUT of the WH
Richard – Where else is Obama going to find experienced people except those who worked under Clinton? Would you prefer he hired some kids straight out of college?
At least there won't be any drama in Commerce. State will fill up all of Barack's time, and not because of Al Quaeda, but because of Hillary.
I'm sick of people saying "where's the change."
The change is simple: a change from Bush and failed Neo-Conservative policies.
Richardson is an able and competent statesman. He will excel regardless of the cabinet position he's offered. Excellent choice.
I must put my two cents in this discussion to you who are complaining about every choice. Are you guys thinking about the broblems this country is faced with? Do you not think it makes sense for Obama to bring his well trusted people like Richardson in the area that is most talked about( the economy) if you are not thinking, his success or faileur hangs on how well he puts together the team that drives the economy of this great nation, it is not foreign policy right now. so thing about and be happy that he is bringing his mosted trusted people around.
I am not a citizen but you all ned to shut up a little bit and see what a team he is putting together.
This guy needs to go HOME!!! And stay there!!!
Richardson was my favorite pick for VP. I think Obama knows that Richardson really belongs in the State Dept. I think Hillary will move on to the SCOTUS after the first vacancy. She will be a force to be reckoned with, and I think she'll serve this country well. Then we'll see Richardson go where he belongs - SoS.
Time for a clean shave bill.
I guess "on track" is the new catch phrase
I think Richardson deserves the SOS post. Hillary does not deserve any post with Obama. I really hope the SOS post is give to Richardson.
I wonder what all you people would be thinking if he named Sam Smith as Secretary of State, John Jones as AG, Brian Beach as Commerce Secretary, and Carol Crawford as Energy Secretary.
I bet you would all be moaning and groaning because you had never heard of these people and they don't have any experience. blah blah blah.
There is no-one in the Bush Administration Father or son, worth hiring, and people in the Carter administration are too old, so where does Obama have to go to get people with experience??? DUH DUH DUH!!!!
Does anyone remember how as Sec of Energy, this man was sued for leaking Wen Ho Lee's name to the press in an attempt to smear Dr. Lee? How he then thwarted efforts to uncover the full extent of Chinese nuclear weapons espionage at the National Laboratories? How he awarded a plum federal job to his bodyguard? How his girlfriend was given a DOE job to get her out of the state? How he waited till after the Hispanic rich Texas primary won by Clinton, to endorse Obama?
We can do much better than this!
Richardson should be Secretary of State. He has experience he can call his own!
Hillary Clinton, God love her, is going to be feeding off her fame and her spouse. Period.
He's in like Flint. He only took the Governorship because he wanted to run for the presidency. It's all a chess game.
Obama saw how quickly he turned on the Clintons – probably didn't want to deal with the same thing down the road. Obama doesn't need him now – just that simple.
I like Richardson and he has a great international resume. But what background does he have for Commerce Secretary? I'm not sure that's a good fit.
He has been a great Governor for New Mexico and will be an excellent SoS or Commerce Secretary!
I don't have any ill will towards this guy – and that is saying something when talking about a politician.
But, here come the Repubs. He's not an old rich white guy who's family used to own slaves and now owns either a bank or an oil company – so they're all upset.
I'd favor to see him as Commerce Secretary, but I'm going to do the Republican thing this time and put in a hate vote: I'd rather see him in the Secretary of State position than Hillary Clinton.
By the way, I also think Hillary will be a great SoS – she rocks!
Clinton is a far better choice for Sec of State than Richardson is. From here in the outside world, the Clintons are respected and taken very seriously. Richardson is suited for other top jobs and should be in the cabinet. Obama is on the right course. For all the people griping about him tapping into the Clinton brain-trust, I simply don't know what you expect. Do you want neophites in the top jobs when there is so much turmoil around the globe? He needs the best and brightest and that is the like he is surrounding himself with. Give the man a chance before tearing him down. You kept Bush in the WH when it was clear what an idiot he was during the 2000 campaign and where was the outcry when he surrounded himself with the corrupt people from the Nixon era? Moreso where was the outcry when Bush & Co were destroying your country? Now look at the mess they are leaving and the utter contempt they are showing with the orders and regulations that they are ramming through now.
This is really getting scary...
I see that Richardson will probably be upset, but then so were all those who believed he was a loyal supporter before he decided to go with Obama and hitch his wagon for possible VP spot since it was mentionned about the first black and possible first Hispanic VP. . He'll get some job I am sure for his loyalty but as far as me, personally, he will never be the man I thought him to be after he did what he did.
Here is yet another well-thought-out choice by our president-elect. I am so glad he is filling posts with intelligent and independent people, rather than yes-men and -women or political cronies.
It is so wonderful to imagine the possibilities for our country with people who know what they're talking about in the highest positions of authority.
I hope Obama isn't looking for any loyalty for this guy, he'd sell his mother to get ahead!
Judas doesn't deserve a job. He can't be trusted.
Faye, before you trash Hillary for being a fool, you might want to use spell check or proof read your words! Talk about sounding like a fool!
Can someone please help me the whole 'change' aspect to the upcoming presidency? I really don't get it...all of these appointees he's floating are all retreads from previous administrations? So, it's not really 'change," it's just change from the previous 8 years...um...OK...
Richardson's job will be to keep Bill Clinton away from the interns.
Commerce is a great fit! He is qualified for SoS but no star power. Richardson definitely deserved a big prize and glad he got one!
McCain supporters stop adding comments like you are a Obama supporter. Anybody is better than Bush or McCain.
P.S.
The CHANGE Obama spoke of is something better then the last 8!!!
I Still think OBAMA is BRILLIANT
By giving the liar hillary the SoS position he removes her from Congress.
Smart so far,
After six months, when she has shown that she cannot be trusted to do the job as the President wants it done, he fires her. She is out of the government completely!
like I said BRILLIANT MAN!
by using Richardson and not a sitting Congress Person he does not reduce his support in Congress again Brilliant!
McCain supporters stop adding comments like you are a Obama supporter. Anybody is better than Bush or McCain.
P.S.
The CHANGE Obama spoke of is something better then the last 8!!! ...
HONESTLY! The Obama critics and nay sayers are out in force as usual. You people, have no idea who would best serve our Nation! That's why Obama IS president-elect and you are....... Joe six-pack or whatever!
Hillary will be BRILLIANT as Sec. of State! Bill Richardson will be excellent as well.
****BEWARE****** OBAMA SUPPORTERS OF THE FAR-RIGHT TRYING TO DIVIDE US, OR SECOND GUESS OBAMA!
WE VOTED FOR OBAMA LET'S SHOW RESPECT AND SUPPORT HIM!
If I knew he would be handing out cabinet positions to primary contenders, I would have run too. ......... Just kidding. I think all of BO choices are good.
Can someone tell me what ACTUAL experience all of Obama's appointments have? So far all they have is meeting experience. What hands on experience with the specified areas do these people have? (Not condescending, but no one will report what these people have actually DONE)
Richardson has been politically expedient and lack character in his career. He is not respected at all by most Asian countries whereas Hilary is truly a rock star in the best sense of the word.
Oh goodie, Richardson in charge of Commerce. Mr. Tax the people and give to Corporations.
His expensive outsourced Choo Choo and now the state is about 600 million SHORT.
So of course, his bright idea is to start cutting state staff, where they've have freezes and are short staffed already with people doing 2 and 3 times the work.
The man who promised to have transportation pay for the train and now they just increased sales tax to pay for maintenance.
The man who gives tax dollars to businesses to contributions.
The man who builds a spaceport on wide open space New Mexico, but instead rents the land from two ranchers.
Obama will dEFINITELY be a oner term president.
Everyone should realize that any democrat who has been around for any length of time has ties to clinton, if he were to pick a bunch of new young faces, the same people would be crying about the lack of experience. Wait till he actually becomes president and starts putting forth policy before you start to criticize his legacy. The change will be in his thought process and policies, so lets wait to see what happens first.
If asked he will serve at the pleasure of the President. He is a smart man. Obama can use his advice and it will be a good for the country to have Mr. Richardson as part of the Obama team.
Richardson is one cool cat.
Richardson is the right person. Hillary has too many baggages.
people need to calm down, this administration hasn't even started and everyone's already bitter. give me a break
Hillary has many talents but "leader" is not one of them. I can just see all of the confusion at the State Department when she gets there. She doesn't know how to organize or unite her team behind her. Bill Richardson would have been a better choice for that spot. We shall see how this plays out. I hope it works but do not have a lot of confidence in her people skills.
the third worst job by a clinton appointee–Janet Reno -madeline halfbright-and billy richardson...CHANGE we don't need...nice CON JOB Barry Obama..
How come the Canadians on these posts seem to understand American politics better than we do here in the US? It is not a personality or beauty contest...it should be about the best person for the job. Obama is doing a great job selecting his team.
I thought this selection is all about country first and self interest maybe last. What some of you are saying seem to me like the opposite...and that is not good for the country.
We need him here or as Secretary of Energy.
Gov. Richardson must return to Washington, D.C. He has much to offer our country in Washington.
I rather see Bill Richardson as secretary of state – he's got the experience to do it. As a Hillary supporter, I've grown so darn tired of all the drama she's stirring up. You're not some diva, Sen. Clinton. Believe it or not.
Jack, you are way too funny! Actually, some of these people would never be happy no matter who Obama picks, unless of course it's Joe the Plummer.
He should be our Secretary of State.
Hillary should not be rewarded for the cheap shots she took at Obama during the campaign.
Looks like everyone who badmouthed Obama–Clinton and Lieberman–come out in great shape, while those who supported Obama get the scraps.
BILL RICHARDSON IS THE MOST VERSATILE MEMBER OF THE OBAMA ADMINISTRATION. Richardson can easily step in and successfully lead the following appointments:
[1.] – Vice President of the United States,
[2.] – White House Chief of Staff
[3.] – Secretary of State,
[4.] – Secretary of Commerce,
[5.] – Secretary of the Interior,
[6.] – Secretary of Labor,
[7.] – Secretary of Housing and Urban Development,
[8.] – Secretary of Energy,
[9.] – Secretary of Homeland Security,
[10.] – Secretary of Health and Human Services
I voted for Obama, but with all the Clintonites being offered government posts, including HilLIARy herself, I won't make the same mistake again. Change? No, it's funny business as usual.
Mr. Richardson is a great guy. I would love to see him in any key position.
Richardson's an IDIOT to be avoided at all costs.
Obama just needed your vote now he doesn't care what you think. He will do what he wants too. SUCKERS
Hillary will be a great SOS. I don't like Richardson at all and would not even vote for him for dog catcher!
I think there are lot more smart one in dnc, this man on the down hill !!!!!!!!!!
Richardson should get no post. That judas deserves nothing!
I hear he likes hookers.
What happened to Pres. Obama's change, Remener, no Washington insider. Heck their all Washington insiders....
all the key positions have gone to neo-cons and their buddies,
from geitner to emmauel,
from dennis ross to hillary clinton!
change we can count on,
to continute to rape humanity!
you Obama haters need to start getting more original material..it's starting to get stale seeing the same thing on almost every post. I would suggest getting some ideas at the FN site,,,PLENTY of haters over there!
Obama owes him one...........after all he sold out the Cintons for thirty pieces of silver.
he's doing the hitler salute lol
did hillary vote go to war in iraq find someone that will chase the facts before going to war on borrowed money
Not even dog catcher,thank you and I voted for Obama.
I love the peanut gallery screaming "where's the change?!" two weeks after Obama was elected. LOL. He promised change you dimwits. He didn't promise that his cabinet selections would be inexperienced students or plumbers.
Richardson will do a good job. So will Clinton.
In other words, both the PUMAs and the Hillary haters need to calm down and get lives.
Bill Richardson will bring a great presence to the commerce post that will give reasurance to all of us. He as the experience to do so, in being a buisness consoltant and a politcal figure. As a hispanic, he will negotiate with emeriging markets in Latin America that will strengthen the worlds economy. Great cholce.
well. well. well... cant wait for the messiah to turn our whole world around,,, change we must believe,,, if not,,,,,,,,,, so help us,,, let the messiah grace us with his wisdom.. his sage advice,, his absolute knowledge of everything ,,, wake up amerika,,, its your turn now,,, oh well,, 2012 aint that far offf
I know HRC and BR you are no HRC. BR is a likeable guy but he is not intellectually deep. He is good at tactics, but given the problems America faces, PE Obama needs deep strategic thinker and a key implementer. The best candidate in this case is HRC.
Richardson supporter, you have been in the USGOVT to LONG!
Clinton as Secretary of State is the first Obama selection I have a problem with. Richardson would be a far better choice. He has more hands on experience, brings less drama, and can be trusted to support the president and not his own agenda. Sorry, I still have trust issues regarding Clinton.
Watch out Obama for BR. May just betray you as he did before. A leopard hardly changes its colors. I am glad HRC is set for the SoS job. Mini pay back time. Who knows whether she accepted the job to spite "Judas".
great choice, and mostly Salute tought
but there are many otherssss
like Claire mcaskill of missouri
or kathlyn sybeluis from Kansas....can"t really write it
where are those women who Sacrifice time, life, and love to stand for Obama while he was far from the frontline?
pls pls pls mister president Elect think pls specially about those 2 womens, they did what a nation, wat America ask them to do for yre great Candidacy
pls dont let them down
do it for God almighty
Shaiiwn from the netherland(Anna paulowna)
Can Judas be trusted? I'd say let him stay in new mexico
Bendict Arnold.....this is the guy that will promote american trade agreements...he's a light weight....
Benedict Arnold is he...
There's a few things i would like to throw out here. One. I think Richardson would make a good secretary fo state or Director of Homeland security. I wish Pelosi could get replaced by hillary. I would like to see Powell as secretary of state myself. Or secretary of defense for that matter. I personally hope he's not trying to copy the clinton administration. Would show me an early sign of maybe not being as qualified as I had hoped. But I'm gonna stick with my having faith in the man. Cuz frankly the only thing i think that can stop him from greatness is his own ego.
He is a bad choice for any cabinet position....look how he treated the clintons...everyone needs to watch their back.. hillary showed you can count on her to be loyal..so much for bill richardson
Can Gov. Richardson stop Bloomberg from increasing the MTA – fares on subways and buses ?
Canadia POV
I couldn't have said better!!!!
I love Bill Richardson. He will be great at this position.
I can't believe the Obama Administration is selecting a person as unqualified as Bill Richardson for such a critical position given the state of our economy. While Richardson has managed to rack up an impressive list of titles, if you look at what he has actually accomplished in his various roles, you come up with a big zero. Case in point: the state of NM is in far worse shape since Richardson has been in power from an economic, social and educational perspective. Moreover, he has no experience to speak of in the area of commerce.
It seems as though Richardson, who is only part-Latino, was selected presumably to appease the Latino vote. Ironically, the Latino vote does not support Richardson (as seen in the most recent Presidential campaign.)
Beyond Richardson's incompetence, let's not forget all the skeletons he has in his closet from his "extra -curricular" activities.
While I support Obama and most of the choices he has made thus far for his cabinet, I absolutely do not support having Bill Richardson as part of the administration. In every way, Richardson is a bad choice for the Obama and our country
Well, Obama has to give Richardson something. I am glad it's not what Richardson wanted because he does not deserve SoS.
I really want to know where all the change is. Glad to see Obama is getting people who are experienced because we all know he has none.
Unfortunately Obama will be criticized no matter who he picks. If he chooses Washington outsiders, he'll be bashed for choosing inexperienced people at a time when our country needs strong leadership.
If he chooses an experienced staff (aka: Ex-Clintonites), he'll be bashed for abandoning his promise of Change.
I say, Choose the best person for the job REGARDLESS of whether they worked for Clinton or not.
The REAL change should reflect in POLICY, not PEOPLE.
Boy there's a genius. Commerce secretary? Crap, New Mexico's economy is in the dumps. He hasn't done anything. But then neither has his new boss.
Some of you have this primitive notion that Richardson owes some loyalty because he served in Bill Clinton admin. Bill chose him for the job because he believed he can fullfill his duties. That does not mean that you have to serve him or his family for the rest of your life. That a petty mentality.
Having said that Bill Richardson endorsed the then Senator Obama because he believed he was the bet candidate and he justified today because American citizens also believed so.
Thinks own your own instead of following Carville like a servant. Hillary has lost so get over it. SHE HAS
This man deserves as high a post as can be offered him.
obama has stabbed the latino cummunity in the back,richardson should have been the secretary of state
he disgusts me.
Absolutely!
Change is coming – it just isn't what some expected – one man's change is another man's – SURPRISE!!
The man (OBAMA) is doing his job and doing it well – he has vision and will see it through.
If you think Obama picking familiar face is not change, then you got it because the change he promised is change of policies and not change of washinton faces.
All you need do is watch how his 100days in office will be like before judging this guy. As for me i dont care if he picks a mad man from iran for as long as his administration is able to deal with the world challenging issues and make america more economically viable.
Nicholas from Nigeria
It's time to wait and see. There are many big problems left from the Bush time in office. It will take at least two years to make a dent in the debt and the unemployment caused by the sacking of the national treasury. Strange how all the problems came to light after a new president was elected.
I am deeply disapointed that Gov. Richardson was not the pick for Secretary of State.Richardson has a life time of experience and HIllary will bring us a life time of hollywood drama.God help us.
Obama only floated the idea of Richardson as Commerce Secretary after Penny Pritzker took herself out of the running and he realized that he is screwing over Hispanics with no important Cabinet posts. Hispanics wont be fooled twice.