But how does it fit with the goal of change, and especially fixing the United State's foreign policy mess, to fill such an critical position with a primarily political appointment?RedImperator wrote:Because as a United States Senator, Hillary Clinton is entitled to stand on the chamber floor and heap criticism upon the Obama administration for all to see. She is also, as a powerful Senator with her hands in any number of committees and subcommittees, in a position to cause untold legislative mischief and headaches for the administration.
Whereas as Secretary of State, Hillary Clinton is entitled to say "Yes, Mr. President" and carry out Obama's orders with a smile on her face. It's a case of "keep your enemies closer".
Of course, Obama's also gracious and wants to reach out. Its entirely in character for him to offer his Democratic competitors positions of power. I'll give him credit for that, in many cases it would be a good thing. But not this. Not her, not for such a critical post. Obama's acceptance was brilliant, his win inspiring and world-shaking. So far he's been handling everything with style and intelligence. So why did he have to screw up on this, of all things?
Oh well, every President makes mistakes.