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Hillary Clinton, Secretary of State?!
The big political news this morning is the buzz surrounding speculation that Hillary Clinton could be tabbed as Secretary of State. Politico’s Mike Allen: Several Obama transition advisers are strongly advocating Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-N.Y.) for secretary of state, a move that ...
First thoughts: Hillary at State?
firstread.msnbc.msn.com — From Chuck Todd, Mark Murray, Domenico Montanaro, and Carrie Dann *** Hillary at State? As we've learned with... anything regarding the Clintons, one never knows exactly how serious the speculation might be. But let's assume the news -- reported ... (more) First thoughts: Hillary at State?
Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State?
Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State?
thewashingtonnote.com — Four days ago I published and then quickly "unpublished" this item on Hillary Clinton being in line... for Secretary of State: I just received some surprising news -- like, really surprising. The deal is not done -- but at the moment -- ... (more) Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State?
Don't Get It
talkingpointsmemo.com — Secretaries of State don't usually last more than a single presidential term. And sometimes they don't make... it that long. So, for the life of me, I do not understand why Hillary Clinton would want to give up what is in all likelihood a senate seat ... (more) Don't Get It
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HRC for Foggy Bottom: Barack Obama could certainly do worse
TigerHawk — ... or charm. There is no evidence that she is (among Democrats) particularly inclined to wish that America be popular, as opposed to successful. While she may not be "qualified" in the resume sense, she blows doors on John Kerry (another rumored short-lister), and if the alternative is a Supreme Court appointment, put me down for State. Of course, your results may vary. 0 Comments: ...

Just stand by as the entire internet crashes
Wizbang — ... he'd choose Hillary for VP. You have to factor in Bill Clinton, the former President likes the limelight and would want to steal the show. Who really needs all of this? Hat tip- James Joyner at OTB

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