Jack,
I beleive that Senator Hilliary Clinton would be the ideal and excellent choice to serve as Secretary of State. This is where it is heading and all sources and media leaks leans toward her become Madam Secretary of State and she would do wonders!

Daniel,
Atlanta, GA

Next appointment to the Supreme Court.

I have always though Hillary Clinton would be the perfect Secretary of State. She knows much about the world, and she is determined, and Obama would be wrong if he chose anyone else.

I think that is something for Pres. Elect Obama to decide. When I voted for Obama, it was because I thought he was the only candidate that showed any integrity and intelligence and what role Hillary or anyone else may or may not play in his administration, he is the one that has to believe they can work with him on his terms.

Jack–
I think that HIllary’s role in Obama’s administration should be whatever Obama and Hillary agree that it should be. Hopefully, that role will be whatever is best for the country.

Troy, Ohio

If Obama does not give Clinton the role of Sec. of State, then he needs to at least give her the job of Attorney General. She is intelligent, has the experience, and the inside information required for the President’s administration (it would also be cool if her husband were to become a Supreme Court Justice).

The rumor of Sec. of State would be an ideal position for Sen. Clinton. She would also be great at Sec. of Education or Attorney General. No matter what position she is offered, she would be an asset for the Obama Administration.

Hopefully, its not as Secretary of State. More and more Republicans are pushing for her in this position and I find that very very scary. This woman is a “Hawk” of the highest order and that is definitely the wrong job for her. We need a diplomat that sees both sides of the fence.

Audrey
Vancouver Island

Leno last night made a pretty funny comment when he stated that she was a whisper away from the presidency and now she is being offered a job as a secretary.
really though, I think she probably would make a good Secretary of State although she would probably prefer to remain in the senate so that she can work on her run in 2016.

Disgusted onlooker

Her smartest choice would be on the Supreme Court where you are guaranteed a life long job regardless of how feeble your mind or physical health becomes.

Actually that appointment would serve both Obama and Hillary well since it gets her out of the way for ever and ever amen.

Yes, Hillary nee a prominent position in this administration. I’ve read that Bill’s foundation may cause some conflict of interest issues for a sec. State, but other positions like the supreme court or attorney general would suit her talent.

I think she should stay in the senate. She can do more good there than in a cabinet post.
I do think Bill Clinton would be the best choice for Secretary of State. He is one of the most popular and most effective people in this country. Well respected by most other countries, I don’t know anyone else that has his qualifications for this important job.

She would’n be bad as Sec. of State

Hillary Clinton could be an advisor for the foreign affairs for Obama if he don’t choose her because of Bill Clinton. If Obama choose Hillary for Secy of State, maybe it will be a good idea too.

She has shown a willingness to work with others lately. I think she’ll make a huge contribution wherever she turns her hand.

RE: Hillary in Obama administration—
The answer is easy— keep her out of it completely. She’s a war mongerette of the first order. She causes enough problems as it is in her role as senator from New York.

Well, there is obviously a spot for her in Mr. Obama’s administration. The real question is whether or not the nation want’s to put up with another Clinton working in Washington? Please take her…New York’s had enough!

Brendan- Albany, NY

Hillary would do a great job, no matter what her role is.

Senator Clinton should, at least in private, play the role of a forceful critic of Obama’s decisions. Her willingness to question and challenge others helps prevent the ideological blindness we’ve seen in the Bush administration.

I would personally like to see her remain in the Senate, but if the new President & Hillary feel she could help the country succeed in another role - go for it!

My question is why don’t we hear the name Colin Powell mentioned as our Sec of Defense?

While I’m not fond of Hillary, she’s earned it and deserves a highly ranked place in the administration.

She would make a great Secretary of State.After what we have had with the Bush group.

She’d be fine as Sec of State but I wish she could be in the Senate Leadership instead… she’d be so much better than Reid

To be seen and never heard.

I know she is being considered for Secretary of State, and she’d be good at it, but she does come with baggage in the form of Bill and his international ventures. Personally, I’ve always thought that she’d be magnificent as Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare. After all, universal healthcare is her biggest issue, followed closely by education.

People are ’sick’ of the Bushes & Clintons running the country. Leave her whre she is!

Hmmm, I think she would be a great Sec. of State, however, Bill, who I voted for and respect immensely, has done some questionable things that would detract from her and President-Elect Obama’s effectiveness. I see her as a more effective Supreme Court Justice.

She should be the White House telephone operator/receptionist. That way she can answer those 3:00 a.m. calls.

She should not be rewarded with any position in Obama’s administration. Did you all forget, what kind of opinion she had about Obama in a bid for candidacy.
If she is to get a posting, give her Attorney General and that will suits her and new administration the best.

Secetary of State works for me. I also think most Americans and world leaders would it.

I’m not so convinced she should be Sec of State. Believe it or not, I’m still not convinced that she has the Pres-elect’s interest at heart (even after all she’s done…yada, yada). But then again she isn’t stupid, if she is appointed that role, she wouldn’t ‘mess up’. After all there’s the Clinton name to uphold and her future in the balance.

I think that PE OBama has decided where people should be placed in his cabinet. And his plan is probably way more organized than all of ours. I will be happy with his decisions on cabinet members. He has shown through the entire election process that he’s organized, smart and plans ahead. so I will be happy with whatever he decides.

Hillary Rodham Clinton will make an excellent Sec. of State or Sec. of Health. She can still run for the presidency in 2016. I do not agree with the folks, suggestion Hillary for the Supreme Court, she doesn’t have the experience needed. She hasn’t practiced law in years!

None. The Clinton’s are one big headache, whatever they’re involved in. I voted for Obama and this decision of his has been a real turn-off for me. They should be shut out of everything.

I agree with Joe in DE. The next supreme court appointment for Hillary would be the best thing that has happened in many years

i think sen.clinton should turn down the post of secretary of state because a lifetime appointment to the u.s. supreem court will be available soon.bill richadson govonor of new mexico is amply qualified to become secretary of state and would be my choice if hilary doesn’t take it

Jack,
I agree with both Mickie and Connan from Florida, I believe that the decision should be left solely for Obama and his transition team. I also believe that Hillary would be a great asset for Obama regardless of where Obama and his transition team would decide to put her. I hope that she gets the position of Secretary of State, or any position that Obama thinks she would benefit more for the Country.

For those that know that Bill Clinton would make a better Sec. of State then his wife, unfortunately, he can not be given the position due to the Presidential Succession line up. I would welcome him, but, God forbid something were to happen to the other four, it would violate the United States Constitution.

Special prosecutor to investigate bush/cheney criminal actions.

I’m not sure that Hillary is the “Change We Can Believe In”, but I voted for Obama because he’s way smarter than I am and I’m sure he must know something here that we are all missing…at least that’s my hope!

I would be happy with Hillary in the Secretary of State position. She deserves to have a higher ranking position after her success in the primaries.

I really would like to see Hillary on the Supreme Court, as we
desperately need someone who will support womens issues
and middle class America.
She would be a good Secretary of State, but, risk sounding like
a sexist when I say I would like to see a man in that position
because of the countries we have to deal with and their lack
of respect and recognition of women. Think a man would
carry more weight on decisions, discussions etc.

Hillary Clinton should be selected to pilot the next shuttle to Pluto. Bill can be the co-pilot and Pelosi, Reid, Frank, Dodd, and Schumer can crew. I’ll chip in for gas.

Hi Jack

US Attorney General !! I think she would excel in that job.

Ron San Diego

I prefer her as the leader of the senate, but she would be better served as secretary of state to further human rights for women around the world as well as build her foreign relations credentials for a 2016 run and win at the White house. Let’s face it, the President after President Obama is going to be a woman and Hillary is a way better choice than Sarah Palin.

Really can’t say. Only Mr. Obama knows where and how she will fit into the cabinet.

Putting Hillary in as Secretary of State will obviously be great for foreign relations. We all know how the Arab countries like having women in positions of power.

There is no proper role. She should stay in the senate. The Clintons carry too much baggage and there are already too many clintonistas in Obama’s circle.

The proper role would be either Attorney General or Supreme Court Justice…Bill’s dealings with the foreign countries donating to his foundation would create a conflict of interest for Hillary to become Secretary of State…She has played the “dutiful” Democrat and deserves to be rewarded…

Secretary of State. Keeps her and Bill out of the country.

Hillery would be best as Secretary of state or elected as head of the Senate. She is very intelligent and I’m sure President Elect Obama will use her in the place that she would do the most good.

Hillary Clinton will make an outstanding ambassador to Bosnia and the world as Secretary of State in a President Obama administration.

JACK, they all will be awesome if worked together and no repub will not able to replace anymore for atleast 8 years ….

I trust President-Elect Obama’s decision. I thought change would be something else, but the change does come from the top. I have complete confidence in his judgement.

If managed properly she will be a great Secretary of State. She is very intelligent and she has a lot of experience but, as we saw during the primaries, there could be a problem with her viewpoints on some issues because they differ greatly from Barack’s. If these differences aren’t resolved she could cause a lot of headaches for Barack.

Jack
She would be a good addition to the cabinet, under the following conditions. Her husband minds his own business, and she knows who her boss is. Other wise she will be a loose cannon.

Jack,

S.O.S. is the ideal position as it would guarantee the President a full nights sleep. He would be able to put his phone on call forward to Hiliary for those 3:00am calls.

London, Ontario,Canada.

Secretary of Pant Suits? Jack, is this a trick question?

As much as I’d love to see her in a cabinet position, I think she could do so much more right where she is.

Jack, I guess, I understand that President Elect Obama wants to give HRC a job in his administration, but there is no way she is more qualified or deserving than John Kerry for the job of SoS.

I read a great deal of Mrs. Clinton schedule while she was First Lady. For the most part she attended luncheons and tea parties. She wasn’t involved in hard line foreign politics.

Jack - I think Hillary should be the Secretary of Health and Education which should only be 1 person for both. This way she can take her passion for Health Care and Education and make it a reality under Obama. I think Secretary of State should be John Kerry who would be taken more seriously by Nation States such as Russia and China, both Countries that are not high on women rights.

Hillary deserves whatever Obama wants to give her. Be that Secretary of State or head janitor. He’s the President Elect, and should not be obligated to give anyone anything. He will pick the best man, or woman, for the job.

Clintons role in the Obama administration is entirely up to Obama. She does not “deserve” a role, she is not “entitled” to a role but she could potentialy perform well in several positions. So could many other people as well though. That being said if Obama decides to use Hillary Clinton in his administration, wherever she ends up is precisely the proper role for her assuming that she is offered a role in the Obama administration at all. Remember, just because your already a part of the “club” doesnt mean that only those people already a part of the club are the only ones that can or should be considered.

I truly believe that Hillary would be the BEST choice for Secretary of State at this time in our history. But I also believe that president elect Obama will select and make the best choices for his cabinet, that is why I voted for him.

SOS is fine, as long as she realizes she will be serving at the presidents pleasure, and if she goes off message she can be replaced overnight! And let her know ahead of time that if Bill becomes an embarrassment, she will be replaced. As the next campaign nears, she can be sent overseas to talk with other nations and keep her from campaigning against Obama.

Why may Bill Clinton’s extra-political financial history stop Hillary from serving as Secretary of State when it wouldn’t have stopped her from becoming President of the United States? Is this a “fake reason” made up by Obama so he can give the position to Bill Richardson or is it a reason the Clintons made up so that they could politely refuse?

Barack’s judgement has proven to be brilliant so far so although I don’t understand all the ramifications of having Hillary as SOS, I know Barack does and I trust him implicitely.

Hill and Bill are old fashioned politicians who should have no place in the new Obama administration. The only exception might be the old cliche that you should keep your enemies close, and your “friends” closer. These people tried to use his race against him and they gave the McCain campaign the best of the ammunition used against him. Let Hilllary rule the Senate–close but far enough away.

Perhaps Secretary of Health and Human Services, since she failed with getting health care reform when Bill was Pres. I think though that the Secretary of State spot should be reserved for someone whose “foreign policy” experience consists of more than First Lady jaunts and meetings and dodging sniper fire in unfriendly places.

Jack: You have got to be kidding with your question!! None. Obama must realize that a little sincerity is a dangerous thing, and a great deal of it is absolutely fatal.

Jack,
It seems like democrats are going to great lengths to show that they are above petty politics…..but at what cost? Hillary basically ridiculed Obama’s main foreign policy position of diplomacy as naive and dangerous, yet he’s willing to have her execute this same plan she publicly ridiculed only a few months ago. Mr. President-elect may have noble intentions but this is not the political era of Lincoln. This only guarantees that it will take a long time for the Obama administration to accomplish anything as they will have to come to a consensus between this team of different strong-willed personalities first before even going to congress.

Then comes Joe Lieberman. And the democrats wonder why the are seen as soft on defense.

I would love to see her as Attorney General and looking into the Bush years with the use of Independent Investigators, not political appointees. She is the only one I know who would go after them with the fortitude needed to expose their lawless ways and bring them to justice.

My buddy Jack Cafferty: Hillary would be the best qualified candidate for Secretary of State. I don’t believe Obama nominate her for any position. There is still animosity between the Clintons and Obamas. The Clintons are still upset that Florida and Michigan votes didn’t count in the primaries. If they counted, she would have been the nominee.

I think Obama should appoint Hillary to be his Attorney General and
leave her there until a vacancy appears on the Supreme Court. This
way she would be making good use of her law degree.

Special assistant to Bill Clinton.

I am not sure that there is now a “winning” answer to this question.
If she stays in the Senate because she is not offered a high profile position, there will be criticism about not giving her a top spot (unless she publicly declines any high profile position). If she is put into a high profile position (such as Secretary of State), there will undoubtedly be conflicts based on Pres. Clinton. I think the best answer would have been to keep her name out of the lime light until a decision was actually made.

Hillary has come a long way since her days as First Lady, and I couldn’t be more proud of her. Should she choose to take on the roll of Sec. of State, I’m all for it. I think she’ll make the best choice.

I think it is the worst choice, Obama can ever make. What Obama and Hillary have in common regarding foreign policy? She voted for Iraq invasion and Obama opposed it. She does not believe in diplomacy when it concerns ” enemies ” and Obama thinks it is wise to do that. She is as warmonger as Republicans. And above all that she hates and despises Obama. I think if Hillary gets that important position, millions who voted for Obama instead of Hillary, would be very disappointed and with a good reason. And as I read it somewhere, don’t hire someone you can’t fire, and that is what Obama whould have to live with if he goes on and makes her the Secretary of State.

I think that the best place for Hillary, other than in the US Senate, would be as Ambassador to the UN. A SoS position may be in her future, but she needs more time honing her diplomatic skills first if she wants to be the SoS.

I think the way she dealt with her husband and the Monica Lewinsky Scandal proved that she can handle herself appropriately as Sec State. Who else has gone through that kind of trial and come out standing strong like she did.
Tikrit, Iraq

I have been telling people for months that I think she would make a wonderful Secretary of State and am thrilled that she is being considered. It is the perfect job for her.

she needs to stay in the Senate and help Teddy Kennedy fight for universal healthcare. IF she ends up anywhere in the new administration, you can say goodby to the “No Drama Obama” new way of conducting business in Washington.

Define “proper”. A few months ago a lot of people thought the “proper” role for her was on the democratic ticket for VP.

DID it ever occur to anyone that one of the reasons she may not have been the VP pick was to keep her available for a “more proper” role ??

The issue of Bill dragging down her chances of playing an important role in the new administration is a bunch of garbage.

There are too many skeptics out there. Hillary is a smart, capable politician. The “proper” role for her could be one of many - she will end up where she ends up, and probably do a remarkable job.

As far as I’m concerned Jack, she can shine his shoes.

hillary would fit the supreme court because she can keep the right-wingers in check (meaning scalia,thomas, roberts etc)..i can’t see her as secretary of state but whatever happens maybe it will do some good..obama will have to keep a close eye on her so she won’t screw up like the bosnia epsiode..

Hillary should be in charge of health care but not for lower premiums but for free universal health care like all other modern societies currently enjoy.

Providing everyone in your country the equal opportunity of living as healthy and as long a life as possible should be considered an essential service for any government to provide to it’s citizens.

She has the toughness,the neigoiate skills,and experience to close deals as a presidential cabinet member. Compared to Rice who is a photo op specialst and nothing else.

L.M.,Arizona

JACK i feel she will be a hard worker and team player 4 the people,LET’S SEE.

Ambassador to Mongolia! Seriously, though she’s never been a favorite of mine, she is quite capable and is widely known. Sec of State may be a good fit. Her passion has been health care, maybe she should stay in the senate push that issue. My vote - senate or state - pick one.

Chatham, VA

I would love to see her take Pelosi’s job. She is not doing this country any justice. She should go back home and bake cookies with her grandchildren and take Harry Reid with her.

That would be for President-elect Obama to decide. He was the one who garnered the support of a majority of Americans that cast ballots and he is the one responsible for his choices.

I’d be happy with either Bill Richardson or Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State, but Hillary has her old loose cannonball-and-chain, not to mention a few other tarnishes. What about the circumstances surrounding Vincent Foster’s death, Whitewater, and “Filegate”? Maybe she should stick to the senate.

Considering she will undo some of the hate and animosity from foreign countries towards us at the hands of George Bush, I think she would make an excellent Secretary of State. If the conflicts with Bill are too numerous, I suggest a new cabinet position; Secretary of slashing. She could start by ending the earmarks, no bid contracts, corporate payoffs, stop the bailouts, cut endless pocket programs and departments like NASA, IRS, and Homeland Security. And the Department of Energy, how is that one working out?

Wildwood Crest, NJ

I think Sen Clinton should reach a consesus with President Obama on the important issues they both campaigned on and then stay in the senate to lead the fight for those issues. With the power of the president behind her she would be more powerful than Harry Reid or any of the chairmen of the various senate committee’s, truly the lioness of the senate. She would be able to gain credit for accomplishing some of what she believes in and she would be able to build the historic legacy she covets for years to come. Seriously will anybody remember Condoleeza Rice eight years from now? Who was Secretary of State eight years ago?

Actually, I’d like to see her work on the Universal Health Care initiative.

Although I’m sure she would make a fantastic Secretary of State, I thought way back in President Bill Clinton’s time that she should be Secretary of Health and Human Services. We need her in a major role in Obama’s administration, and wherever they decide she needs to be, I hope she accepts the position.

Dear Jack,

only two people know the place for Hillary Clinton in the current administration!

Barack and Hillary!

Secretary of State — she would be brilliant and you get two for one. Great to recapture the good old American image–might be better than it was before Bush screwed us up!!! She could also be head of the Health Dept and get her health plan through!!! Barack is a very, very smart man and I do believe the Clintons and Obamas and Bidens are all becoming friends which is great for the American middle class–all came out of hard working middle class families!!!

I believe that she would be very good at State, but if she doesn’t get it then the next Supreme Court opening would be a good bet. She is qualified for the appointment.

With Sen. Ted Kennedy’s days in the Senate are sadly numbered, Hilary’s place in history could best be as his replacement voice for the little guy.

I have concerns with Senator Clinton serving in the position of Secretary of State. While she may be well qualified in exposure and intellect; she exhibited character during the primary that causes concern for her true support of this President (elect). After all, it is our character that steers the use of our intelligence.

Absolutely none. Obama campaigned against Clinton and accepted millions in donations from people who were against Clinton. This is not Change we can Beleive in. This is no more than a political payback to the Clintons. Too bad he was not as loyal to his supporters. He should be ashamed of himself. Why didn’t he talk like this before the election, he would never gotten my vote. I feel cheated.

Senator Clinton is an excellent candidate for the job. But I can see that after several years of a tainted administration by the current occupant and some by the previous three before this one, President-Elect Obama is looking for a drama-free work enviroment.

Given the media circus that she and her husband attract, I think she should step aside and let Governor Bill Richardson have a go at it. Besides, We, The People, need her ferocity and common sense in the Senate to get that universal healthcare that we all need.

Jack: I believe Hillary Clinton would make an excellent choice to be Secretary of State, but if this is not going to happen then she would be an outstanding advisor. There are many who love Hillary, and many who do not care for her. It seems that both friend and enemy want her to be Secretary of State or maybe Ambassador to the U.N. for the USA.
What ever the Obama Administration uses her for in the near future she will do an excellent job.

John
Alabama

Sorry, but I don’t think that Senator Clinton should serve any role in the incoming Obama administration. If the GOP praise the likelihood of such a choice, you can be sure they would dearly love to put Bill back in the center of it. Unless the GOP want to bury the hatchet of what they tried to do over a decade before, only then would I agree that Clinton could and should be Sec of State. Or assume any other cabinet post she desires.

Jack, I would like to know this. If Hilary Clinton was considered to be a strong candidate for the Presidency and no one was questioning Bill Clinton’s international activities during the primary, then why would they question that now? I find it very suspicious that people believe that their is a problem with this, yet never mentioned it during her run for the Whilte House. Seems suspect.

Jack,
Love her or hate her, it’s up to President-elect Obama to make that call. After all, we trusted Barack Obama enough to elect him to the highest office in the land. Obama will make an educated choice that will take this country in a new direction away from the ineffectiveness of the current out-going administration.

I would think Sec. of Health and Human Services would be the ideal place for her. Senator Clinton has always made healthcare one of her top issues yet she doesn’t have the seniority in the Senate to take any real leadership position. Senator Kennedy has made it clear he will take the lead on this.
It may not be as sexy as the Sec. of State position, but with an annual budget of over $700 billion a year it is certainly influential and effects millions of Americans in a very personal way.

sounds like more off the same

Advisor Only!! Bill has too many hands in Foreign cookie jars for the Clintons to be objective and not a liability to Obama. She is an excellent Politician, but an Achilles Heel to the Obama camp because of her Husband.

Since she got more votes I would say President!

i think hillary would be an asset to the obama administration no matter what position he gives her. she is capeable and creative, the kind of person he needs to have on his team to make the changes this country needs.go hillary..go barack..

I am disappointed that she is probably going to be Secretary of State. Maybe I don’t understand politics but it was only a few months ago that she (along with Joe Leiberman!) was a very vicious rival of Obama and I think that is a serious flaw. Also, I haven’t forgotten her support of the Iraq war back when it really mattered– when it began.
I think there are others who are qualified to be Sec. of State.

This isn’t about “unity” at all. It’s about something else. What? I don’t get it. I’d be much happier with another choice.

Also am disgusted that Leiberman has kept all his perks despite his blatant disloyalty. Is this CHANGE?

I’d rather see Senator Clinton appointed to the Supreme Court, but, if President-elect Obama makes her Secretary of State, I think she’d do a good job. Besides, there are no openings on the Court at the moment. He can always appoint her to that position later.

Junior Senator from New York.

Sen. Clinton can and should serve at what ever position President elect Obama decides she can best serve the country. I agree that Bill Clinton and his various “concerns”, financial and international, should be closely vetted to prevent and conflicts of interest, real OR perceived.

I have to bite my tongue to say this but to me she would be a better Sec. of State than Richardson. Or she could be put in charge of pant-suit sales for the country to raise money for spiraling health care costs.

Since Bill would likely be part of any the deal with Hillary, Secretary of State is the best fit. They are smart, have broad international experience, and are exceptionally adept at blending fact and fiction to their advantage. Who better to go jaw to jaw with the Putins of the world.

I think Hillary would be an excellent Supreme Court Justice.

Hillary Clinton would make an excellent Secretary of State. She is experienced and knowledgeable in foreign affairs and I believe Bill would be an asset too. The world loves Bill Clinton.

Jack, I think Hillary would make a great Vice-President! Oh, that wasn’t the question. I think Hillary would make a great SOS, but I feel she would serve us better staying in the Senate. She could stay in the Senate and then try for another run at President after Obama’s term/s are over.

She might be great for the Health and Human Services position considering her desire for universal health care for this country.

Oh why not? I would much rather to have her out in the most dangerous places in the world than having her in trying to derail my policies.

President.

Once again, Mr. Obama is a’ better man’ than I am by offering Hillary a
job in his administration. She is very talented and I know she would do a good job. She would be ‘on stage’ in the world events but Mr. Obama will be the President and with his authority will be able to keep her focused by making his intentions known. I am confident in Mr. Obama’s abilities to keep many balls in the air and multitask successfully.

Where is the CHANGE? All I have seen is old over’s from the Clinton years… Well, we’ve been had AGAIN!!!!!

Jack,

She should stay as a Senator from the State of New York. President Clinton has way too much baggage (both legal and illegal), some of which Hillary is alleged to have been involved in.

namaste

Janitor

From Hill & Bill’s point of view, Sec of State gives her a path to the presidency, 2012, no waiting around for 2016.

The domestic situation is daunting: economy, energy, immigration, health care, education.

No way can Obama succeed in all areas in 2 1/2 years, which is when the campaign for 2012 begins in earnest.

As Sec of State, Hillary can score some victories overseas, and remain unscathed by inevitable failures on the domestic front.

If Obama begins to flounder, she can distance herself from his administration even as she uses her Secretary of State appointment to burnish her own image.

She can blame any failures on Obama’s policies, resign on principle, and begin her next run for the presidency.

I think its important that someone’s past can warn people of their future, but it should not be the deciding factor. With an Obama administration, I’m hopeful that it will create a more honest and open environment for others in his cabinet. That said Hillary Clinton should be given a chance just like anyone else, including Obama, until they start making bad decisions and collecting “bad points” that will create unease with the American people. Id hate to think the bad decisions in my past would dictate my future and the better direction that its going.

Actually, I like her but feel that Bill Richardson or Collin Powell have better credentials and would be better Secretary’s of State. I actually thought she was the better choice for VP. However, I’m really souring on Bill who is the second half of the Clinton “package deal”. I used to like Bill but he’s really become a negative on too many levels. I do hope she is still part of the team.

The best place for her would be Health Care Reform. Bringing Health Care to all Americans would give her and women a place in history. Any type of baggage she would have wouldn’t matter. You have to admit, whatever negatives she had, she put up a pretty good fight. We won’t see a woman with spunk like that for long time.

If she’s not willing to be Ambassador to Bosnia, then I guess Sec. of State would work as well.

I think Secretary of State may very well be the best place for her as far as a President Obama is concerned. I don’t think they want her in the Senate making waves if they are going to try to push through a health care program. Senator Kennedy will probably be on the front line for a heath care program, as he should. She did make a mess the last time she was involved in a health care program. This way she is kept out of the domestic agenda and at the same time follows orders on the foreign agenda. Perfect.

I think she should stay in the Senate, I am not sure that she could accept orders from Obama, she likes to be her own boss, I think there would be personality conflicts and of course Bill will put his two cents in. if Obama nominates her for sos then we will have Mr. and Mrs. sos.

Hilary’s proper role is to stay out of Obama’s way. Hilary needs to wait her turn after she threw everything but the kitchen sink at Obama during the primary.

Obama needs to remember his political platform of change, in which case Bilary Clinton will restabish the old boy network.

I hope she is not in his cabinet, It would hurt her from campaigning in 2012, maybe that’s why he wants her in the mix, to keep her close.

Jack, Obama doesn’t owe Hillary Clinton anything.

This sense of entitlement didn’t work the first time, did it?

Although I would like to see her in Nancy Pelosi’s place, or Harry Reid, either one is fine with me.

She should remain a senator and keep an eye on Bill Clinton (J/K) . . .
She will do great as the Secretary of State in my opinion. I love it! Go Obama!

I voted for Obama but I think it would be great ! We would get two Clintons for the price of one…

As for a potential conflict of interest with Bill: how can anyone bring that up after a beloved (sic) US Vice-President went from CEO of a large oil-service company, then proceeded to secretly meet with his oil buddies, bring the price of oil to an all time-high, crashed the economy along the way and proceeded with the biggest bank robbery of all time (700 billions) to his wall street croonies… GIVE ME A BREAK !

Nominate her as Supreme Court Justice when there is an opening. She would be great in that position and she could avoid the primary elections in 4 years. It would be a fitting career that would serve all Americans well past the next election cycle

Obviously naming Hillary as Secretary of State would necessarily include Bill in the pocket, and the portfolio of those two in the position would be a bold move by Obama, withglobal benefits that far outweigh any potential pitfalls.

Are people ever going to get over their reactionary hatred of Hillary and actually consider the experience that she brings to the table?

If there were a way for her to become part of the SEnate Democratic Leadership I would like to see her stay there so she can work on a broad range of issues. But, as that seems to be unlikely Secretary of State would be a very nice fit for her. Her strength and tenacity would serve the country well in dealings with Russia, N. Korea, China, Israel, Palestine, Iran, etc.

In my opinion Clinton has no place in the Obama administration beyond supportive Democratic Senator for the state of N.Y. If I had known that Clinton was going to cackle her way back into a higher level of authority I would have voted Nader.

She should become Secretary of State where her first act is to have her husband park himself on the West Bank and not leave until there is a just and lasting peace between Palestinians and Israelis both of whom he has the respect of.

I believe that Hillary would best serve the Obama administration by being a leader in the Senate and pushing through Obama’s agenda and Bill Clinton should be Secretary of State or ambassador to the United Nations. Boy,would that impress the rest of the world.

Any role she wants and he should pay off her debt. He wouldn’t be where he is without her.

If Obama wishes to use her I think she would do much better starting and constructing a universaL HEALTH CARE PROGRAM.

I think she would make an excellent secretary. (forgetting about her time in the senate, looking at the production from that assembly, it is quite clear that every one involved in that exclusive club have done next to nothing in helping out this real citizens of this great country.) She was a house wife for most of the time her husband held public office, would not that be the next logical step up.

I think she would make an excellent secretary. (forgetting about her time in the senate, looking at the production from that assembly, it is quite clear that every one involved in that exclusive club have done next to nothing in helping out this real citizens of this great country.) She was a house wife for most of the time her husband held public office, would not that be the next logical step up.

Michael

Voorhees, New Jersey

HIllary has the intellectual capacity, wisdom, and savvy to do any job.
The problem of Bill remains. I don’t think Secretary of State. With his getting money from all over the world, who knows what favors he may delve into. Too bad he keeps holding her back.
She already said she doesn’t want to be on the Supreme Court, too tame a job..
Secretary of Defense ( she is a Hawk at heart).
Chair of the Democratic Party is open now that Dean has left?

I always thought she’d make an excellent advocate for universal healthcare. This is a life-long dream of Hillary’s and I think she would accept a position where she could make healthcare universal a reality for all americans!

Hillary deffinitally can not go back to the senate. she did an awesome job but her efforts to reform the country are now being blocked by senior members. the senate is no longer the place for her. i think that she would be a great asset to the Obama administration at every level, but as sos… thats up to her and Obama.

Hillary for Secretary of State and Bill for Supreme Court Justice.

Mr. Obama’s nomination of Senator Clinton is a long term strategic plan for his campaign for re-election in 2012. Senator Clinton would be wise to remain in the Senate, and do the work her constituents elected her to do for both her state and the nation. Senator Clinton will emerge as a stronger candidate for the Presidency in 2012 should the Democrats be in a postion that could be rather bleak for their party.

The only thing that Hilary Clinton should be doing for Barack Obama is do what she told Barack to do when he got to the Senate.
Put her head down, work hard, and try not to get noticed.

Kenneth Chadbourn N.C.

The real challenge for a Secretary of State Clinton will be remaining in that role and not overstepping her bounds. Keeping your friends close and your enemies closer is one thing, but Obama would need to make sure Hillary is keeping busy in the State Department and not the Oval Office.

Hillary is not looking for a handout. Hillary Clinton is a respected Senator from the state of New York. If President-Elect Barack Obama feels Hillary can better serve this nation in another position, then he should offer it to her. She can then decide to take the position or remain loyal to the voters of New York who want her to be their Senator. Hillary is not going away. Her life has been devoted to public service and the commitment to the people runs deep in her veins. Secretary of State is a good choice, but Hillary is capable of doing a good job with whatever she tackles.

I think President-elect Obama should appoint Hillary Clinton to a cabinet position where he feels she would be best suited. I believe Congressman Dennis Kucinich of Ohio would make the best choice for Secretary of State. Despite not being allowed to participate in the last debates of the Democratic Primaries, Kucinich still came out and endorsed Obama after his nomination when endorsing Ralph Nader would have been much more in line with Kucinich’s beliefs.
Brownwood, Texas

Forget Hillary, I want to see Bill back in the government. Give him some hilarious position like Ambassador to Sweden, and then sit back and watch the hours of entertainment roll by. Now that we’ve actually got an intelligent person running the country, the mainstream media will need someone like Bill Clinton who can make daily gaffes.

I voted for Obama because I DID NOT want Hillary - why can’t the Clinton’s just go quietly into the night?

Senator Clinton will be great as Secretary of State, with one condition.
Put the blinders on. A woman with high aspirations such as she may have a tendency to stray from her “strictly appointed duties.”
Don, Dallas

Hillary Clinton is intelligent, accomplished and hard working. Any job president elect Obama sees fit to put her in would be good for us. No question in my mind that she can do the job.

Jack if I was President Elect Barack Obama I wouldn’t offer her a job as White House tour guide.
Thank god Mr Obama doesn’t hold a grudge like I would, and I must reluctantly admit that she is a perfect candidate for the job.

The Senate

Even though she is probably the most capable person for ANY of the Cabinet positions available, she should NOT be a part of President-Elect Obama’s administration. The Clinton’s bring a lot of baggage to the table, and Obama sold me and others on “Change We Can Believe In”. He needs to start fresh, but ALWAYS ask for Hillary’s counsel on many of the major issues that he will be faced with. She is wise and can be helpful, especially with our overseas allies. Her baggage will only bring Obama’s plans down, get Sen. Lugar or Gov. Richardson as your Sec. of State. Let Hillary be Sen. or someday Gov. of New York.

I trust PE Obama’s judgement emphatically. He chose the right people to run his campaign and they did an excellent job. I think he is intelligent enough to choose the right people for his Administration. Let’s trust his judgement. Plus, I like the fact that he is reaching across the aisle in populating his Administration.

Hello Jack. Well i’m sort of confused by all the speculation on what cabinet post she will wind up with. I thought that Pres Elect Obama ran against status quo. The clintons are the definition of Status quo! you only need to look at all the republicans supporting the appointment to prove it. Also what about Bill and all his connections around the world SOMETHING SMELLS FISHY. But its his administration hope he doesn’t loose his support before he starts or he’ll have a short stay at the white house.

Like it or not, the Clinton establishment must be brought into Obama’s government to provide it with stability. They carry far too much weight to remain outsiders. Otherwise Obama will suffer the fate of Jimmy Carter who was brought down after only 4 years — not by the opposition but by his own party insiders.

i would love to see hillary secretary of state !!!!!!!!!!!!!

I don’t know what Hillary Clinton’s proper role is if any. The only thing I don’t want is for this discussion to have a fallout like the Obama/Clinton campaign. But if it does, just give Hillary any role she wants.

Hilliary Clinton will accomplish more in in her first 100 days than Condi Rice did all the while she was in office. Rice will be remembered for always smiling when she talks but dosen’t get any results. Dom Grillo Dunedin Fl.

Getting Hill off the hill also puts the chill on Bill. He wouldn’t dare engage in international mischief if she were Secy of State…or would he?

Vero Beach, FL

Hillary has the finesse and skills necessary to be a fine Secretary of State. She would be a great addition to the Obama team.

Are you insane ? Why would hillary want to be put in to the lime life with this administration. Whe would she want to be part of one of the toughest jobs that a transition team has ever seen. Why, Why, I will tell you why, cause she would be perfect for it, and regardless what she does she will be great at it. And what a resume to be part of the team that puts America back on the right track…

Her role should be to support Colin Powell as Secretary of State, period!

Secretary of State is perfect for her, but actually it should be what ever she wants, she helped to get him elected and deserves the job. She did all she could for him and no one can deny that Jack, not even you. I’m really tired of all this Bill vetting too Bill is not asking , nor does he want the job. Hillary has earned her own way and deserves to be judged on her own merits. This is discrimination against her. Pick her or don’t ! If this vetting thing keeps up as is, I tell them all to stick it Hillary. Go girl!!

she could be his maid and Bill a faithful servant. Other than that, they had their time in the White House…Their crooked dealings made them wealthy.. Do not give them more power to keep doing the same things

She is smarter than he is so yes she should be the secretary of state.

The proper thing for Obama to do was offer her a high powered role like Secretary of State, and let that offer leak so that we all knew it was on the table.

The right career move for Clinton is obviously to stay in the Senate, so her polite refusal will allow Obama to choose whomever he wants while making this acknowledgment of Clinton to her supporters.

Obama is a smart guy, So I expect he will offer the right role within his administration for Clinton. She is just as smart and should except whatever role is offered as I’m sure it will be a very key position.
The country needs both, Obama and Clinton as well as all of the brain power they can surround themselves with, to make America a great country again and undo the tarnished image of the last eight years.

Hillary should aspire to Senate Majority Leader and be a thorn in the side for Obama !!

Jack,

Its very simple. Obama wants to put the best people into key positions.

Who is best for the job as Secretary of State?

Hillary Clinton.

Hillary could be the greatest Secretary of State in our time. As a junior Senator her impact is diluted and her strengths are under appreciated. The other possible candidates that have been mentioned thus far leave me cold.

Yes. That way Obama can keep an eye on Clinton’s dealings. She won’t be able to point the finger at Obama’s administration for doing something wrong if she is part of it.

Hey Jack. I believe Hillary is much needed in the position she now serves. Obama needs strong backing in both the House and Senate if he is expected to do so much in so little time.If things go well in his first four years,bring Hillary in during the second four and position her to make a run at the Whitehouse in 2016.

I think Sen. Clinton would and hopefully will make a great secretary of state. I was thinking that she should be President-elect Obama’s secretary of state before the election was even over. So good luck to her!