Buffalo Boy's Blog

Who ever wins the democratic nomination, be it Hilary or Obama, I hope both of them consider Bill Richarson as a running mate. I was really hoping Richardson would make it to the nomination but the "star" power of Clinton and Obama won out and may have cost the country the most qualified person to hold the presidency.

Lately, a lot the media have talked about a Clinton/Obama ticket which to me would be too much even for democrats like me. The longer this primary goes on the more I think that neither Hilary or Obama are truly liberal candidates. Richardson would actually provide some left wing muscle and some much needed personality to the ticket. He would also be a potential voice of reason to help unite the two parties on various issues because the guy has a great sense of how to talk to people and present good point/details.  

Richardson impressed me with every word out of his mouth during the debates and unfortunately because the mainstream media that runs these debates chooses who gets the air time, Richardson and others suffered.

That said, he would make a great vice president who could contribute in a variety of ways including on energy policies, environmental policies, homeland security, immigration seeing as his state borders Mexico he should be considered an expert in immigration, healthcare and education.

When the guy spoke he didn't spit out campaign nonsense he spat out issues and gave great detail on what he proposed. Not to mention the guy was organized when he spoke. Im not saying the others weren't but when he was asked questions he stayed on topic and didn't stray. He gave you what you needed to hear. Which again said to me that he knows his stuff and he had a great plan.

So for me, I would utilize him as Vice President. The one other major bonus would be they would all but lock up the Hispanic vote come general election time.