As rumored for weeks, President-elect Obama selected Hillary Clinton as his Secretary of State. He called her a friend, a tough primary opponent and intelligent and said she had a remarkable work ethic. Obama also said she was an American “of tremendous stature” who would have his complete confidence and command respect in every capital around the world. “I have no doubt that Hillary Clinton is the right person to lead our State Department,” he said.
Obama also presented his national security team is now on stage: Along with Clinton, Robert M. Gates, the current defense secretary, who will remain in that job; Gen. James L. Jones, the former NATO commander, will be national security adviser; Gov. Janet Napolitano of Arizona will be homeland security chief; Eric Holder will be attorney general; and Susan Rice, ambassador to the United Nations.
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