Hillary Clinton, Secretary of State?

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Hillary Clinton, Secretary of State?
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Thu, 11-13-2008 - 11:22pm
Hillary Clinton, Secretary of State?


Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-N.Y.) looks up during a Veterans Day event at the Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum in New York City. (Chris Hondros/Getty Images)


By Al Kamen and Philip Rucker
There's increasing chatter in political circles that the Obama camp is not overly happy with the usual suspects for secretary of state these days and that the field might be expanding somewhat beyond Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass.), Gov. Bill Richardson (D-N.M.), Sen. Chuck Hagel (R-Neb.) and maybe former Democratic senator Sam Nunn of Georgia.


There's talk, indeed, that Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-N.Y.) may now be under consideration for the post. Her office referred any questions to the Obama transition; Obama spokesman Tommy Vietor declined to comment.


The pick of the former presidential contender and Senate Armed Services Committee member would go a long way toward healing any remaining divisions within the Democratic Party after the divisive primaries. Also, Clinton has long been known for her work on international women's issues and human rights. The former first lady could also enhance Obama's efforts to restore U.S. standing amongst allies worldwide.


And Obama could put her in his speed-dial for a 3 a.m. phone call every morning.


http://voices.washingtonpost.com/the-trail/2008/11/13/hillary_clinton_secretary_of_s.html?hpid=topnews


Thoughts?!!

 

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Registered: 03-25-2007
Thu, 11-13-2008 - 11:37pm
She would be

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Registered: 11-12-2008
Fri, 11-14-2008 - 2:35am
Ouch.
iVillage Member
Registered: 03-26-2003
Fri, 11-14-2008 - 6:57am
I sincerely hope not.
iVillage Member
Registered: 01-12-2004
Fri, 11-14-2008 - 10:59am

The Secretary of State basically has four distinct roles.

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Registered: 08-28-2008
Fri, 11-14-2008 - 11:04am

Once again - thanks for explaining!

iVillage Member
Registered: 11-05-2008
Fri, 11-14-2008 - 11:56am

I have another favorite for the job, who probably isn't going to get it, but I really think it needs someone with major management experience, more than policy experience.

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Registered: 11-13-2008
Fri, 11-14-2008 - 12:06pm
I think it would be a big mistake for him to appoint John Kerry. Hillary Clinton is someone I could support, though. At least she has a realistic grasp on foreign affairs.
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Registered: 11-13-2008
Fri, 11-14-2008 - 12:09pm
I think it would be a wise choice.
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Registered: 08-28-2008
Fri, 11-14-2008 - 12:10pm
I think John Kerry would be a mistake too!
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Registered: 01-12-2004
Fri, 11-14-2008 - 1:00pm
Same as Rtmom, I would like to see Bill Richardson in the job.

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