Comments on: Two states, two very different lines of succession http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/ All politics, all the time Mon, 21 Dec 2009 22:07:36 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: Scott Tucson http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137646 Scott Tucson Wed, 03 Dec 2008 01:47:02 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137646 We here in AZ are glad to be rid of Janet Napolitano. Just hope she doesn't screw up her new job like she did here as governor. Will take years for AZ to clean up her mess. We here in AZ are glad to be rid of Janet Napolitano. Just hope she doesn't screw up her new job like she did here as governor. Will take years for AZ to clean up her mess.

]]> By: Rob http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137644 Rob Wed, 03 Dec 2008 01:44:57 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137644 Whoa baby, way to go BHO !. More same old CHANGE headed back to D.C.! Whoa baby, way to go BHO !. More same old CHANGE headed back to D.C.!

]]> By: Godluvr http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137631 Godluvr Wed, 03 Dec 2008 01:36:50 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137631 Has anyone else noticed the Migration of the Bees? They have transferred their buzzings from Hannity and Drudge to the only sane blog that I have found! Wink, wink! Like Mike Tyson, I think it is 'ludacrisp' that they still have so much bitter honey! I implore you bees: Please go back to your hive!!!Hannity and the others are waiting! Has anyone else noticed the Migration of the Bees? They have transferred their buzzings from Hannity and Drudge to the only sane blog that I have found! Wink, wink!

Like Mike Tyson, I think it is 'ludacrisp' that they still have so much bitter honey! I implore you bees: Please go back to your hive!!!Hannity and the others are waiting!

]]> By: Chloe, ME http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137585 Chloe, ME Wed, 03 Dec 2008 01:10:51 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137585 Richardson was a little self serving. I said that from the start. He hitched his wagon to the Clintons untli it looked as if Hillary was losing, then he high-tailed it for Barack's star. Oh well, I hope he will serve America well, that's all that matters. Richardson was a little self serving. I said that from the start. He hitched his wagon to the Clintons untli it looked as if Hillary was losing, then he high-tailed it for Barack's star.

Oh well, I hope he will serve America well, that's all that matters.

]]> By: Ken http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137513 Ken Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:32:51 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137513 I think Obama made a big mistake not putting Richardson at the state department... He is obviously more qualified than Hillary ... Obama owes Hispanics for their support and he blew it... Payback is a mother and he better pray that they forgive him for this ill treatment.... I'm black -- from Chicago and I am very disappointed in Obama's cabinet picks..... If I could take back my vote I would.... I think Obama made a big mistake not putting Richardson at the state department... He is obviously more qualified than Hillary ... Obama owes Hispanics for their support and he blew it... Payback is a mother and he better pray that they forgive him for this ill treatment.... I'm black - from Chicago and I am very disappointed in Obama's cabinet picks..... If I could take back my vote I would....

]]> By: Ex-Republican http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137441 Ex-Republican Tue, 02 Dec 2008 23:59:05 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137441 Moral of the Story: Don't visit Arizona any time soon. They kill be killing people, ripping them off and stating 'god bless Arizona' while doing it. This will be done by white people, and the victims will be predominantly minorities. But I hear if you are white, you'll be able to get away with your first two crimes scott free! Moral of the Story:

Don't visit Arizona any time soon.

They kill be killing people, ripping them off and stating 'god bless Arizona' while doing it. This will be done by white people, and the victims will be predominantly minorities. But I hear if you are white, you'll be able to get away with your first two crimes scott free!

]]> By: Robert http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137372 Robert Tue, 02 Dec 2008 23:36:46 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137372 For the most part, I have liked Gov. Richardson since I knew who he was (same with Hillary). I actually think both he and Clinton would make great Secretaries of State, so it's win-win as far as I'm concerned. It's great that both will be in the White House again. It's also probably a good idea to get someone from a border state to be head of HLS, and I've heard good things about Gov. Napolitano. I'm liking this cabinet so far. For the most part, I have liked Gov. Richardson since I knew who he was (same with Hillary). I actually think both he and Clinton would make great Secretaries of State, so it's win-win as far as I'm concerned. It's great that both will be in the White House again.

It's also probably a good idea to get someone from a border state to be head of HLS, and I've heard good things about Gov. Napolitano. I'm liking this cabinet so far.

]]> By: SD Demo http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137230 SD Demo Tue, 02 Dec 2008 23:00:30 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137230 The risk in appointing sitting Governors and Senators to positions in his adminstration is that sometimes, just sometimes, the best choices leave a void that will be "filled" by someone who is either unprepared for the job or from a different political philosophy. Oh well, some slippage may be necessary. The risk in appointing sitting Governors and Senators to positions in his adminstration is that sometimes, just sometimes, the best choices leave a void that will be "filled" by someone who is either unprepared for the job or from a different political philosophy. Oh well, some slippage may be necessary.

]]> By: SD Demo http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137227 SD Demo Tue, 02 Dec 2008 23:00:02 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137227 The risk in appointing sitting Governors and Senators to positions in his adminstration is that sometimes, just sometimes, the best choices leave a void that will be "filled" by someone who is either unprepared for the job or from a different political philosophy. Oh well, some slipp The risk in appointing sitting Governors and Senators to positions in his adminstration is that sometimes, just sometimes, the best choices leave a void that will be "filled" by someone who is either unprepared for the job or from a different political philosophy. Oh well, some slipp

]]> By: Brian G, Sugar Land, TX http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137221 Brian G, Sugar Land, TX Tue, 02 Dec 2008 22:58:30 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137221 Who's left to guard the Mexican border? Who's left to guard the Mexican border?

]]> By: to pat from NY http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137161 to pat from NY Tue, 02 Dec 2008 22:46:25 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137161 ignorance and bigotry like yours is borderline ridiculous... Thank you for showing me that there are millions of dumb Americans alive and well... ignorance and bigotry like yours is borderline ridiculous...

Thank you for showing me that there are millions of dumb Americans alive and well...

]]> By: G.R.I.T.S. - Girl Raised in the South http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137129 G.R.I.T.S. - Girl Raised in the South Tue, 02 Dec 2008 22:40:02 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137129 I wish people would stop calling Richardson a back-stabber. You can be friends with someone and support someone else over your friend if you believe that person is more qualified. I have two best girlfriends and I would nominate one for any leadership position, but not the other. Does that make me a back-stabber? No, it makes me a pragmatist. I wish people would stop calling Richardson a back-stabber. You can be friends with someone and support someone else over your friend if you believe that person is more qualified. I have two best girlfriends and I would nominate one for any leadership position, but not the other. Does that make me a back-stabber? No, it makes me a pragmatist.

]]> By: Jackson in Pnoenix http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137095 Jackson in Pnoenix Tue, 02 Dec 2008 22:34:33 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137095 Oh, Janet, why hast thou forsaken us? Oh, Janet, why hast thou forsaken us?

]]> By: mike s. http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137089 mike s. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 22:33:44 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137089 I'm still waiting for the "change". . . .. For someone who depended on wins in the primary by criticizing the Clinton Administration and any attempt to "go back to the 90s," his "ideas" for the "future" sure do seem like much more of a "back to the future" moment. Should have been Hilary. Then we would have at least gotten the real thing instead of this Chicago politician who will do and say anything to get elected and then scoff at anyone who dares challenge any one of his numerous changes in position. I'm still waiting for the "change". . . ..

For someone who depended on wins in the primary by criticizing the Clinton Administration and any attempt to "go back to the 90s," his "ideas" for the "future" sure do seem like much more of a "back to the future" moment.

Should have been Hilary. Then we would have at least gotten the real thing instead of this Chicago politician who will do and say anything to get elected and then scoff at anyone who dares challenge any one of his numerous changes in position.

]]> By: Nancy http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137064 Nancy Tue, 02 Dec 2008 22:28:34 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137064 I can't believe Jan Brewer will be Arizona's governor. What a disaster for our state!! Now we will be completely run by conservative Republicans and they have not been doing a good job so far. They like to brag about how great Arizona is doing but it is NOT doing great. Our schools are terrible, the main cities are poorly planned and overbuilt with no character. Jan Brewer? UGH! Janet, don't leave us please!!!!! I can't believe Jan Brewer will be Arizona's governor. What a disaster for our state!! Now we will be completely run by conservative Republicans and they have not been doing a good job so far. They like to brag about how great Arizona is doing but it is NOT doing great. Our schools are terrible, the main cities are poorly planned and overbuilt with no character. Jan Brewer? UGH! Janet, don't leave us please!!!!!

]]> By: Steve http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137045 Steve Tue, 02 Dec 2008 22:24:30 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137045 I see that the "Judas" drivel is already starting. Fortunately, nobody cares what the PUMAs think. :) I see that the "Judas" drivel is already starting.

Fortunately, nobody cares what the PUMAs think. :)

]]> By: MARIA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137025 MARIA Tue, 02 Dec 2008 22:20:12 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137025 When Lulac, La Raza and the various other Latino organizations asked Obama to place Latinos in cabinet, they didn't expect Obama to kick out the Latinos currently in place to make space for Richardson. He should of just kept the current Commerce Secretary in place....he is also Latino and he at least knows what he is doing. If this move is meant to make the Latinos feel better.....it didn't work. Looks like the Latinos got the short end of the stick once again. When Lulac, La Raza and the various other Latino organizations asked Obama to place Latinos in cabinet, they didn't expect Obama to kick out the Latinos currently in place to make space for Richardson.

He should of just kept the current Commerce Secretary in place....he is also Latino and he at least knows what he is doing.

If this move is meant to make the Latinos feel better.....it didn't work.

Looks like the Latinos got the short end of the stick once again.

]]> By: Godluvr http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2137008 Godluvr Tue, 02 Dec 2008 22:16:57 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2137008 After Brewer's term is up, she'll lose to another Democrat! This is not a good time for political LOSERS (R)! After Brewer's term is up, she'll lose to another Democrat!

This is not a good time for political LOSERS (R)!

]]> By: daune http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136965 daune Tue, 02 Dec 2008 22:09:57 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136965 congratulation richardson ,go make us all proud you are a true american. congratulation richardson ,go make us all proud you are a true american.

]]> By: Roofin Reality, Houston, Tx. http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136939 Roofin Reality, Houston, Tx. Tue, 02 Dec 2008 22:06:11 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136939 I applaud Richardson as a Cabinet member. In fact, he was at the top of many lists for the Presidency. Too bad all of those people I know who fell into that category were not voting in the Iowa and New Hampshire primary. I do hope that the momentum continues for Dems, otherwise, the appointments Obama makes may cause a shift to Reps when they have absolutely no reason to believe that they can recapture their old glory days. At least not right now. I applaud Richardson as a Cabinet member.
In fact, he was at the top of many lists for the Presidency. Too bad all of those people I know who fell into that category were not voting in the Iowa and New Hampshire primary.

I do hope that the momentum continues for Dems, otherwise, the appointments Obama makes may cause a shift to Reps when they have absolutely no reason to believe that they can recapture their old glory days. At least not right now.

]]> By: Seriously http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136911 Seriously Tue, 02 Dec 2008 22:00:47 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136911 Actually, with Janet being picked, Arizonia might see the Obama admininistration better as her being his surrogate and be a good prep for 2012.,.... as bad as that sounds... Also, govenorships do count toward filling Senate and house seats. Actually, with Janet being picked, Arizonia might see the Obama admininistration better as her being his surrogate and be a good prep for 2012.,.... as bad as that sounds...

Also, govenorships do count toward filling Senate and house seats.

]]> By: Ia Guy http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136887 Ia Guy Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:56:33 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136887 He didn't get SOS -- even after betraying the Clintons and sucking up to Barry. He thought he'd have a higher position that SOC. Barry knows he'd jump ship on him as well. Richardson is still getting more than he deserves. He didn't get SOS - even after betraying the Clintons and sucking up to Barry. He thought he'd have a higher position that SOC. Barry knows he'd jump ship on him as well.

Richardson is still getting more than he deserves.

]]> By: wendell http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136804 wendell Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:44:50 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136804 WHAT HATRED YOU LIBERALS HAVE FOR MANKIND (CONSERVATIVES AND EACH OTHER) YOU DON'T LOVE YOUR COUNTRY YOU ONLY LOVE YOURSELF.. I AM A CONSERVATIVE WHO LOVES MY COUNTRY, MY GOD, MY LIFE , MY LIBERTY, MY PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS , AND YOU TOO....I AM PRAYING FOR YOU WHAT HATRED YOU LIBERALS HAVE FOR MANKIND (CONSERVATIVES AND EACH OTHER) YOU DON'T LOVE YOUR COUNTRY YOU ONLY LOVE YOURSELF.. I AM A CONSERVATIVE WHO LOVES MY COUNTRY, MY GOD, MY LIFE , MY LIBERTY, MY PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS , AND YOU TOO....I AM PRAYING FOR YOU

]]> By: Mike in NM http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136796 Mike in NM Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:44:21 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136796 Paul in Miami- Backstabbing? He endorsed the better candidate. Plain and simple. The people have spoken and Obama is the one the people have chosen. Paul in Miami- Backstabbing? He endorsed the better candidate. Plain and simple. The people have spoken and Obama is the one the people have chosen.

]]> By: Diablo http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136776 Diablo Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:42:41 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136776 Is he planning to shave soon? Is he planning to shave soon?

]]> By: La Chatte http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136765 La Chatte Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:41:11 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136765 Both New Mexico and Arizona heavily endorsed Hillary Clinton for the Dumocrat nomination, yet both governors saw fit to disregard the will of the their respective constituencies to sell their souls to Obama for a cabinet job. Napolitano, the opportunistic b....h, managed to get herself Homeland Security and leave a Repug in the governor's office in that hopelessly backward state of Arizona (I was born there, so I can say what I want). According to friends who still live there, she did not send Vaseline to those she left behind. But then again, Maricopa County is the home of Loser Boy McCain, Sheriff Joe Arpaio, and more rednecks than I care to contemplate. Richardson, who would never be more than the insignificant governor of an insignificant state, if it weren't for Bill Clinton, chose to sell himself to Obama because he was actually dumb enough to think he would become Secretary of State. Instead, the very person he should have supported (will of the people) got it-- as well she should have. He got a slap in the face called Commerce. heh heh heh LMAO It's better than he deserved. What's even more fun is that many Hispanics (Hillary supporters in the primaries who backed Obama in the election,) are bent at Obama's cabinet choices because he ignored them completely. Good thing ol' Bill "Bad Rug" Richardson got his little Commerce gig, because he perhaps could kiss the governorship adios! Que tonteria! Both New Mexico and Arizona heavily endorsed Hillary Clinton for the Dumocrat nomination, yet both governors saw fit to disregard the will of the their respective constituencies to sell their souls to Obama for a cabinet job.

Napolitano, the opportunistic b....h, managed to get herself Homeland Security and leave a Repug in the governor's office in that hopelessly backward state of Arizona (I was born there, so I can say what I want). According to friends who still live there, she did not send Vaseline to those she left behind. But then again, Maricopa County is the home of Loser Boy McCain, Sheriff Joe Arpaio, and more rednecks than I care to contemplate.

Richardson, who would never be more than the insignificant governor of an insignificant state, if it weren't for Bill Clinton, chose to sell himself to Obama because he was actually dumb enough to think he would become Secretary of State. Instead, the very person he should have supported (will of the people) got it– as well she should have. He got a slap in the face called Commerce. heh heh heh LMAO It's better than he deserved.

What's even more fun is that many Hispanics (Hillary supporters in the primaries who backed Obama in the election,) are bent at Obama's cabinet choices because he ignored them completely. Good thing ol' Bill "Bad Rug" Richardson got his little Commerce gig, because he perhaps could kiss the governorship adios! Que tonteria!

]]> By: Ed, Santa Fe, NM http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136762 Ed, Santa Fe, NM Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:40:26 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136762 the grasping Hillary is not qualified.... this is a real insult to the better Richardson.... Hillary will be nothing but trouble. the grasping Hillary is not qualified.... this is a real insult to the better Richardson....

Hillary will be nothing but trouble.

]]> By: The Truth http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136745 The Truth Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:38:34 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136745 I wish Gov. Richardson had run for prez. The 'majority' in this country is made up of hard-working proud hispanics that are becoming a political force in this country. Hispanics do not want hand-outs, they want jobs. I wish Gov. Richardson had run for prez. The 'majority' in this country is made up of hard-working proud hispanics that are becoming a political force in this country. Hispanics do not want hand-outs, they want jobs.

]]> By: Paul in Miami http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136664 Paul in Miami Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:27:31 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136664 Richardson is a back stabbing bastard. He did it to Hillary, he'll do it to Obama. Bad idea to put such a treacherous person in your cabinet. Richardson is a back stabbing bastard. He did it to Hillary, he'll do it to Obama. Bad idea to put such a treacherous person in your cabinet.

]]> By: I'm Not Missing The Old Mule & Winky Half-baked Alaska http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136661 I'm Not Missing The Old Mule & Winky Half-baked Alaska Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:26:39 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136661 Griff: Shut your piehole. Thanks! Griff:

Shut your piehole.

Thanks!

]]> By: Independent in Arizona http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136632 Independent in Arizona Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:22:43 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136632 I''m happy for Janet Napolitano, but she is leaving the state of Arizona in the hands of an ultra conservative who means to undo all the progressive measures Janet has worked so hard to put in place. Jan Brewer is anti-abortion and will quickly sign the laws our ultra-conservative legislature plans to put on her desk, ASAP. As governor, Janet has vetoed seven anti-abortion measures that the GOP majority has come up with--Jan Brewer will make certain that will change. Education in Arizona is a low priority with state Republicans and Janet has worked hard to push for all-day kindergarten. With Napolitano gone, the legislature will have free reign to undo her push for education funding. We will be left with a governor who intends to push for anti- gay and anti-abortion laws and will ignore the needs of the poor and needy, as well as educators in the state. Moving on up might be good for Janet Napolitano, but it is going to be a sad day for Arizona. I"m happy for Janet Napolitano, but she is leaving the state of Arizona in the hands of an ultra conservative who means to undo all the progressive measures Janet has worked so hard to put in place. Jan Brewer is anti-abortion and will quickly sign the laws our ultra-conservative legislature plans to put on her desk, ASAP. As governor, Janet has vetoed seven anti-abortion measures that the GOP majority has come up with–Jan Brewer will make certain that will change.

Education in Arizona is a low priority with state Republicans and Janet has worked hard to push for all-day kindergarten. With Napolitano gone, the legislature will have free reign to undo her push for education funding. We will be left with a governor who intends to push for anti- gay and anti-abortion laws and will ignore the needs of the poor and needy, as well as educators in the state.

Moving on up might be good for Janet Napolitano, but it is going to be a sad day for Arizona.

]]> By: JJ12345 http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136577 JJ12345 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:14:25 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136577 I wouldnt expect Napolitano to do much, she really hasnt done much for AZ. Richardson will do well! I wouldnt expect Napolitano to do much, she really hasnt done much for AZ. Richardson will do well!

]]> By: Quiganomics http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136563 Quiganomics Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:11:44 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136563 Pat in NY: Yeah, but luckily having the lead in governships means squat when it comes to the national stage. Pat in NY: Yeah, but luckily having the lead in governships means squat when it comes to the national stage.

]]> By: jeff in illinois http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136562 jeff in illinois Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:11:39 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136562 I read the words "a conservative Republican", and immediately thought that meant: HUGE-spending, rights-trampling war-hawk, but from what I've read about Jan Brewer, they actually mean "<i>conservative</i> Republican", like the old-school type. I'd actually much rather see Jan Brewer as governor of Illinois...we could really user her here. I read the words "a conservative Republican", and immediately thought that meant: HUGE-spending, rights-trampling war-hawk, but from what I've read about Jan Brewer, they actually mean "conservative Republican", like the old-school type.

I'd actually much rather see Jan Brewer as governor of Illinois...we could really user her here.

]]> By: JL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136561 JL Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:11:34 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136561 I think Richardson will do well in the Commerce role! I do wonder about the Arizona replacement, though...It's going to be odd for the people to go from center to far right without voting for it! I wish you good luck. I think Richardson will do well in the Commerce role! I do wonder about the Arizona replacement, though...It's going to be odd for the people to go from center to far right without voting for it! I wish you good luck.

]]> By: ch http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136531 ch Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:07:20 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136531 Poetic Justice! Richardson endorsed Obama and wanted to be Sec. of State but lost it to a political superstar- Hillary! John Kerry endorsed Obama and his home state of MA went to Hillary by 15 points! Then he wanted to be Sec. of State but lost it to a political superstar- Hillary! Poetic Justice!

Richardson endorsed Obama and wanted to be Sec. of State but lost it to a political superstar- Hillary!

John Kerry endorsed Obama and his home state of MA went to Hillary by 15 points! Then he wanted to be Sec. of State but lost it to a political superstar- Hillary!

]]> By: Darko http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136530 Darko Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:07:13 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136530 Pat, take a pill... Pat, take a pill...

]]> By: gt http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136528 gt Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:06:54 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136528 HE LOOKS LIKE WOLF MAN JACK ...... HE LOOKS LIKE WOLF MAN JACK ......

]]> By: Scott NYC Independent http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136525 Scott NYC Independent Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:06:43 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136525 I remember his positions on trade and exports; I like him handling the money I remember his positions on trade and exports; I like him handling the money

]]> By: Blue is my favourite colour http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136495 Blue is my favourite colour Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:03:07 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136495 Although PE Obama's selection of Napolitano was good, I was hoping to see her kick McCain's butt when he seeks re-election in 2010. Well, there's still 2 years to find a good candidate for senator and send McCain packing. Although PE Obama's selection of Napolitano was good, I was hoping to see her kick McCain's butt when he seeks re-election in 2010. Well, there's still 2 years to find a good candidate for senator and send McCain packing.

]]> By: Nia Hussein- Phoenix, AZ http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136492 Nia Hussein- Phoenix, AZ Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:02:42 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136492 ewww...gross now I'm realy leaving AZ within 5 years ewww...gross now I'm realy leaving AZ within 5 years

]]> By: Richard in Phoenix http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136491 Richard in Phoenix Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:02:40 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136491 Nothing shows change in Washington like Napolitano's nomination as Sec'y of Homeland Security. Obama picked the person he wanted even knowing that it would move a governorship from Democratic to Republican control. This spirit of cooperation is a breath of fresh air following the past 15 years starting with Newt Gingrich's win at any cost attitude in 1994. Yes, some of the hardcore Republicans are fighting it, doing such things as labeling the recession we now know we've been in since 2007 as Obama's Recession, as if the president elect could do anything about it before he has taken office. But I think most Americans are tired of the decisiveness and want a government that wants to prosper by uniting us all, not by keeping us divided. Nothing shows change in Washington like Napolitano's nomination as Sec'y of Homeland Security. Obama picked the person he wanted even knowing that it would move a governorship from Democratic to Republican control. This spirit of cooperation is a breath of fresh air following the past 15 years starting with Newt Gingrich's win at any cost attitude in 1994. Yes, some of the hardcore Republicans are fighting it, doing such things as labeling the recession we now know we've been in since 2007 as Obama's Recession, as if the president elect could do anything about it before he has taken office. But I think most Americans are tired of the decisiveness and want a government that wants to prosper by uniting us all, not by keeping us divided.

]]> By: Ken in Dallas http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136484 Ken in Dallas Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:01:42 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136484 Is there really any such thing as a conservative Republican?? They squander money, lives, and principles. What exactly do they conserve? Is there really any such thing as a conservative Republican??

They squander money, lives, and principles. What exactly do they conserve?

]]> By: Griff http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136480 Griff Tue, 02 Dec 2008 21:01:07 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136480 A Recess....To Re-Access... You America can't... Your in a Depression, you don't have time to check your Pockets.... They are full of Holes...,. A Recess....To Re-Access... You America can't... Your in a Depression, you don't have time to check your Pockets....
They are full of Holes...,.

]]> By: Matt in CT http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136465 Matt in CT Tue, 02 Dec 2008 20:59:25 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136465 Poor Richardson, always the bridesmaid and never the bride it seems. Not envisioning any more presidential runs in his future. Poor Richardson, always the bridesmaid and never the bride it seems. Not envisioning any more presidential runs in his future.

]]> By: FLewis http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136450 FLewis Tue, 02 Dec 2008 20:57:05 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136450 I'm happy for Bill Richardson. I'm happy for Bill Richardson.

]]> By: deb in Colo http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136448 deb in Colo Tue, 02 Dec 2008 20:56:49 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136448 Does Arizona not have a LT Gov position? Or is it just empty?? Does Arizona not have a LT Gov position? Or is it just empty??

]]> By: T'SAH from Virginia http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136438 T'SAH from Virginia Tue, 02 Dec 2008 20:54:36 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136438 GO RICHARDSON - And antoher hispanic should replace him!!!! Keep it REAL!!! GO RICHARDSON – And antoher hispanic should replace him!!!! Keep it REAL!!!

]]> By: pat huntington ny http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136431 pat huntington ny Tue, 02 Dec 2008 20:53:20 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136431 i'm concerned over all the governor appointments, because repukes can take the lead in governorships and will be bad news for dems come reapportionment time in 2010-11. i'm concerned over all the governor appointments, because repukes can take the lead in governorships and will be bad news for dems come reapportionment time in 2010-11.

]]> By: Tulsa http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/12/02/two-states-two-very-different-lines-of-succession/#comment-2136423 Tulsa Tue, 02 Dec 2008 20:52:21 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=31697#comment-2136423 Both will do their country and their States proud. Both will do their country and their States proud.

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