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The New York Times says it's official, Senator Hillary Clinton has accepted an offer from President-elect Barack Obama to become the nation's next Secretary of State.
"Mrs. Clinton came to her decision after additional discussion with President-elect Barack Obama about the nature of her role and his plans for foreign policy, said one of the confidants, who insisted on anonymity to discuss the situation."
Feministe is asking for "thoughts" and "reactions" while Wesleying writes, "Big Whoop!"
Law and More says, "This is a plus for Obama in that the Clintons are respected globally, especially for their intellects and political shrewdness. Also, it absorbs a former 'enemy' into a party which wants to be perceived as unified and all grown-up.
This is a plus for Hillary because it puts her into new space. It also demonstrates that she can move on from what was into what could be. In addition, it's clear this woman can be a team player.
The next hurdle would be to have this nomination approved by the Senate."
To add to the news today, several media outlets, including the Huffington Post, are reporting
"Barack Obama will name his Treasury Secretary on Monday, a Democratic source confirms to the Huffington Post. NBC News and other outlets report that Tim Geithner will get the nod over former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers, but that Summers will have a senior White House role.
Geithner is currently the president of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and once served in the Treasury Department under Summers.
Officials also say that New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson is likely to be tapped as Commerce Secretary."
What are your thoughts on the Obama appointment so far- and as for Hillary fans, are you satisfied with this position or is this simply a consolation prize?
