Reply #35: I saw an interview, and he had a gleam in his eye when the possibility was mentioned [View All]

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He didn't come out and say it, but I sure got the impression he wanted it. If Obama wanted HHS to be a more administrative position, then I believe Dean would have been a better choice. But if Obama is looking for HHS to spearhead sweeping reforms in conjunction with passing compatible legislation, then I can see the value of selecting Daschle. I wasn't aware of that aspect of what Obama might be looking for, and being a less partisan person may make it easier to shepherd reforms through Congress.