[CedarDave]

Richardson is the Democrat's version of McCain -- always out in front of the cameras on any issue -- North Korea, Energy, the UN, etc. Just like McCain is perceived (incorrectly) by many Democrats and independents as a Republican "voice of reason", Richardson's statements (less taxes, economic development) sometimes make sense to us Pubbies. However, if you look behind the curtain, you may see a different persona. My own opinion is that he's a moderate, centrist Democratic of the ilk that Bubba Clinton professed to be. However, he still is a Democrat and like all Democrats, he likes to consolidate power around him. In NM he has replaced all members of all boards, commissions and regents with his own appointees (irrespective of previous tenure or professional competence) and expects them to take his direction. In other words, watch out for the future -- he has ambitions for 2008 (but is too smart to get to close to Hillary).

[CedarDave]

BUMP to add NM to topics in case any NM Freepers want to expand on my comments about Richardson.

[CedarDave]

Though he doesn't want to make too much of it, Rush just mentioned that Richardson's presence on all the morning shows could elevate him to a higher level than otherwise might happen. Also said that Bush's energy folks have been conspicuous by their absence on TV.

[ought-six]

I agree with you. Richardson is looking to run in 2008.