President-elect Barack Obama named his former presidential rival, Senator Hillary Clinton of New York as the next secretary of state. According to Obama, "She (Hillary Clinton) possesses an extraordinary intelligence and toughness, and a remarkable work ethic. ... She is an American of tremendous stature who will have my complete confidence, who knows many of the world's leaders, who will command respect in every capital, and who will clearly have the ability to advance our interests around the world." Hillary on the other hand said to Obama, "I am proud to join you ... and may God bless you and our great country."Obama has settled on additional members of his Cabinet, although they have not yet been announced yet. Among them are former Senate Democratic leader Tom Daschle to be his secretary of health and human services and New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson to be commerce secretary. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, asked about Clinton at a news conference in London, said Monday: "I think that she will bring enormous energy and intellect and skill to the position." Clinton's appointment has to be confirmed by the US Senate.
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