richardson to head commerce

As President-Elect Barack Obama continues to name his Cabinet members, we're more and more impressed. The overly-qualified New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson will become the Secretary of Commerce in the new administration.

Our friends at Dos Centavos argue that sending Richardson to Commerce is a good move. Richardson takes up the post with experience in creating jobs and with negotiation. He was also the governor of a border state, and is uniquely qualified to handle issues of undocumented labor.

We wish Richardson luck in his new position, and welcome him to the Obama administration!