January 7, 2009
Posted: January 7th, 2009 07:09 PM ET

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WASHINGTON (CNN) – When President-elect Barack Obama heads to the Democratic National Committee Thursday afternoon to formally announce the name of the party's new chair, there will be a notable absence.

Current Chairman Howard Dean is leaving Thursday morning for Pago Pago, American Samoa to attend the inauguration of that territory’s governor, and to help raise money for the Democratic Party there. Dean has so far visited all 50 states, and all territories except American Samoa.

Virginia Governor Tim Kaine, who was on the shortlist to be Obama’s vice-president, will succeed Dean and formally take over his DNC post later this month.

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Mr E   January 8th, 2009 12:18 am ET

Histroy will have it that under Dean's leadership , this country produced the first black president.. Obama pleaseeeeeeeeee, find a position for this hard working man. if am not mistaking he is a medical doctor which qualifies him to hold any posiion that relates to madical issues, We are counting on you Obama to do the right thing but it seems to me that you may be losing some of us pretty soon, Clinton gave DNC chairman a position during his adminstration and Bush also did. Dont disappoint us, what is right is right

John   January 7th, 2009 11:59 pm ET

Gee I guess Howard Dean had the last laugh on the media and the so called pundits of rightwing talkradio. His gameplan worked and he
should be congratulated for this win by the Dems and Obama. It was
his gameplan so deal with Rightwing wackjobs!!!!

canuck   January 7th, 2009 11:55 pm ET

hey howard, does the hypocratic oath apply to republicans in your eyes?

TCM   January 7th, 2009 11:52 pm ET

you libs that posted about Joe the plumber being a plant....well, that explains a lot about the mentality of the obama supporter....very...low.....in fact, I guess a local news anchor here in Orlando, was also a plant...when she was banned from asking Biden or Obama questions because, after all, they were'nt spoonfed the answers and might have to think...you libs are so far up OBama's behind you'll never see daylight...too bad your citizenship can't be revoked for betrayal of your country. JOE a plant...nah, he was an average guy, asking the question that the media sheilded Obama from...they continually served him softballs to swing at...well, no more...in fact, many of the media are disgruntled, along with many libs, with Obama...such fickle little people, you libs.

TCM   January 7th, 2009 11:42 pm ET

D-MI January 7th, 2009 4:03 pm ET

hey TCM:

When you stick your nose into public life- and keep it there long after you've clearly worn out your welcome- you aren't a "private citizen": you're a public figure. Get your definitions straight, brainiac…

Hey D-MI – try remembering the TRUE story...instead of the 'washed," one...he was a private citizen, asking a question...retard

amt   January 7th, 2009 11:10 pm ET

Dean should be in Obama's cabinet, Dean did a good job during the campaign.

Zago   January 7th, 2009 11:00 pm ET

So Sammy, Dean could not craft his own victory but others. What a great selfness MAN he is.
However, I do believe that he deserves something if he wants to serve his country. But it might be hyperbolic to credit him with that overwhelming victory that democrats have enjoyed over the last year's contest given the simple fact that the electoral operations were all centered in Chicago but nothing at the DNC. Ciao

Ohio lady   January 7th, 2009 11:00 pm ET

I like Dean, too. And instead of Sanjay, how about Dr. Ben Carlson from Johns Hopkins for Surgeon General. That guy is awesome and very humble. He's also African American and a great role model. Even Dr. Dean could do that job. Just some thoughts....

How about Farid Zakaria for something? This guy is brilliant, and he's not bad looking, either.

If you want a good laugh, read the blog about Joe the plumber.
Dumb and dumber....You'll get some great LOL's from it....

By the way, anyone else tired of Ed Henry? Can we please have someone else cover the President Elect? I hate smirking.

Jerry   January 7th, 2009 10:44 pm ET

The 50 state strategy was a winner. I wish Dean could stay on.

Perusing-through   January 7th, 2009 10:39 pm ET

WHAT IS HAPPENING WITH HOWARD DEAN? ? ?

Howard Dean did a great job to help the Democrats grow their party and win back the White House. His handling of Michigan and Florida for early primaries could have been done a little better, but who is perfect.

Two questions: Is there a reason Howard Dean is going private? He mentioned it today on a cable news channel. And second question is where are all the investigative reporters that should be getting the “real scoop” as to why Howard Dean has not received a cabinet post or Party appointment.

steve r   January 7th, 2009 10:30 pm ET

dean is a chump.........

i'm in vt now, what did he do for vermont?

Rick Sutter   January 7th, 2009 10:28 pm ET

At least Dean can get his job done in only 50 states.

No Hillary = No Obama   January 7th, 2009 10:27 pm ET

Another male appointed by Obama – this is getting tiresome and predictable. Nothing new here.

Larry   January 7th, 2009 10:26 pm ET

"BIG" money in Samoa-No poverty there-Have a good trip to Pago Pago,Howard.
Don't call me,I'll call you.

Tim   January 7th, 2009 10:20 pm ET

Dean's a fool, he's going to miss the best circus in town.

Proud American   January 7th, 2009 10:19 pm ET

Anonymous January 7th, 2009 9:29 pm ET

I can think of no better place for Howard Dean than Pago Pago…
__________________________________________________
Stop the hate you little coward, or grow a pair and sign your name. Idiot. You wish you could be half the man as Dean.

sammy   January 7th, 2009 10:16 pm ET

Why hasnt Obama offered Howard Dean a position yet? Lets be honest, his success was part due to Deans road plans to victory. I dont like this tension thats starting to creep up between them. Barack, the man was a governor who balanced his state's budget. Now that Richardson has withdrawn from heading the department of commerce, you may as well offer it to him.

Penn Voter   January 7th, 2009 9:59 pm ET

Sounds like Dean is PO'd.

WIlly Brown   January 7th, 2009 9:53 pm ET

"Dean has so far visited all 50 states" Hey Howie only 7 more states to go.

Proud American   January 7th, 2009 9:35 pm ET

Thanks Mr. Dean, you have already done a great job.

Anonymous   January 7th, 2009 9:29 pm ET

I can think of no better place for Howard Dean than Pago Pago...

Ted   January 7th, 2009 9:27 pm ET

BYAW!!

Don   January 7th, 2009 9:22 pm ET

Joe

You are an embarrasment to every working man and women in this country. Give it a rest and go unplug a drain.

that is a shame, he deserves thanks   January 7th, 2009 9:18 pm ET

Dean did a good job

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