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Wed Nov-05-08 09:31 AM
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Who would you like to see appointed as Secretary of State? |
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I really like the idea of Bill Richardson.
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Wed Nov-05-08 09:34 AM
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I know he's a republican, but he's also very interested in rounding up nukes. Obama has worked with him in the past. His age and the way he caved to Bush are troubling. It could be a good will gesture that will give him cover on other appointments.
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Wed Nov-05-08 09:37 AM
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3. You have a second on Bill Richardson. |
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He has a wonderful track record in international negotiations.
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Wed Nov-05-08 09:44 AM
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4. Richarson is the obvious favorite... |
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But I wouldn't mind seeing a moderate Repub who broke with Bush appointed. It'd be a good bipartisan gesture, which Obama reportedly wants somewhere in his cabinet. Plus, someone on MSNBC or CNN reported last night that one of the big things Obama wants for his cabinet are _no retreds_. So that may count against Richardson.
How are Hagel's qualifications for SoS?
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Wed Nov-05-08 09:46 AM
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5. I thought Hagel would be in line for Sec of Defense |
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Either way, I expect to see a few Republicans in Obama's cabinet by the time it's finalized.
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Wed Nov-05-08 10:01 AM
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8. I definitely don't want a Repub as SoD |
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Or Sec of Homeland Security (can Obama change that name please). It would reinforce the meme that Repubs are better at that.
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Wed Nov-05-08 10:07 AM
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9. No thanks, Obama would need a subordinate in this position. nt |
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Wed Nov-05-08 10:10 AM
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10. Sarah Palin. She's already close to Russia, so she would be right handy. |
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Wed Nov-05-08 10:13 AM
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12. Jimmy Carter would be a good one. |
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Wed Nov-05-08 10:18 AM
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13. He would make a good choice, |
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I think he's far enough removed from the Clinton Administration as not to be considered a retread of past administrations.
Now more than ever we need a SOS that has the gravitas and bonafides to be able to negotiate and work with countries who's interests are now in contrast with ours. We need to get back all the credibility the Bush Administration has squandered and thrown out the window.
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