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Who would serve as attorney general?
A popular name is Janet Napolitano; also mentioned are Tim Kaine and Deval Patrick.
Why Janet Napolitano Is Right For Attorney General
Why Janet Napolitano Is Right For Attorney General
emptywheel.firedoglake.com — The election is nigh 24 hours in the bank, and the rumor wires and scuttlebutt are exploding... with discussion of the makeup of President-elect Barack Obama's cabinet and staff to be. Attorney General is a critical post in any administration; but ... (more) Why Janet Napolitano Is Right For Attorney General
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Who Will B AG?
The Page by Mark Halperin — ... Lots of mystery remains about Obama's chief law enforcement pick.       ...

What Not To Do (Home Edition)
Jules Crittenden — ... Photo Transition roundup starts with Politico looking at some AG prospects, continues with one AG prospect’s wry lessons for Obama, and a look back at the Clinton admin as various observers weigh in on what not to do:  The big money on who becomes the next attorney general is split between two distinct camps: consummate Washington insiders with serious policy credentials and prominent political backers of President-elect Barack Obama, according to leading insiders from both parties. The most-bandied about name among elected-officials is Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano. A ...

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