Sunday afternoon with Gov. Bill Richardson

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post at Blog for Democracy: http://www.blogfordemocracy.org/2007/03/sunday_afternoon_with_gov_bill.html


I (the poster) attended a fundriaiser for New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson at the home, or should I say the "Eco-Mansion" of Laura and Rutherford Seydel in Buckhead.

I've long been intrigued by Governor Richardson, he is not without international peacemaking accomplishments and a impressive legislative resume. I was extremely pleased to see that he is also not without humor and an easy going nature. Many in the crowd of 75 or so seemed to have some personal connection from one of his many endeavors, whether it was working at the energy department, a brother in law in Atlanta, the son of a former chief of staff, a former colleague from his days in Congress- the Hon. Buddy Darden, who co-hosted with former State Senator Sam Zamarippa and numerous others I didn't catch. I was happy to see several Georgia YD's representing, and asking the good questions too... ie. is he Pro-Choice, and the answer is yes....

I wondered what the connection between the Seydel family was with Gov. Richardson, which was explained within minutes, Mr. Seydel's father in law Ted Turner, is the largest landowner in the state of New Mexico. Gov Richardson was quick to point out that he and the Turner-Seydel family share a passion for the environment. The state of New Mexico under Gov Richardson still complying with the Kyoto treaty, although as a nation we do not. Most recently he and five other western state govenors agreed to cut greenhouse gasses.

There is certainly a lot to like about this candidate, and I won't go through it all, but I will tell you why I was there...I wanted to personally thank him for his use of inclusionary language for the LBGTQ community. As best I could tell ( and I was on a lot of cold medicine) he was the only candidate I heard speaking to the issue of equality for all at the DNC Winter meeting* aka cattle call in early February. I got my chance, and his reply was direct, "always have always will". Good to know that me and my friends might not have to wave from under the bus forever. By the way, I was wearing a "I'm the Decider pin", he admired it and of course I gave it to him. He slapped it right on his blue blazer, pictures to follow, as soon as former Sen Zamarippa sends the photos I'll update this post.

I know everyone has their favorites, but I hope that as time passes and the bright lights blind some of the other candidates, you will all take a look at this man, his resume and give him a fair shake. As he said, keep your powder dry its only March.

http://www.blogfordemocracy.org/2007/03/sunday_afternoon_with_gov_bill.html

[dmallind]

1. I'm already on board.

If he can convince the media to pay attention to anyone other than Obama and Clinton he may make some noise. A long shot of course, but fractiousness in the base means nothing is guaranteed this time.

It's funny that the people who slam Obama for inexperience and slam Clinton for being too polarizing don't look at this guy, who is far from either.

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2. I'm too busy 'looking at this guy'

to slam any of the others. Later on, the race should even out somewhat.

great to have you on board, dmallind :hi:

[RubyDuby in GA]

3. Ha! This was the best part

"I know everyone has their favorites, but I hope that as time passes and the bright lights blind some of the other candidates, you will all take a look at this man, his resume and give him a fair shake. As he said, keep your powder dry its only March.

PS: A word on the bright lights and media glare.. I predict at least one candidate will end up in a San Fernando Valley hair salon shaving their head by August, or whatever the political equivilent of that is... "

The poster is a good friend of mine. She is the appointed head of the DFI here in GA - the Democratic Fashion Institute, because really - we don't need train wrecks representing us. :)

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4. I wonder what they think about bolas this year?

;)

[On the Road]

5. Richardson Seems to be Rising

from the Biden-Dodd level toward the Top 3. If he joins them, he will have a very good shot. Like Dean, both centrists and progressives can find things to be excited about in Richardson. And the experience and thoughtfulness will draw independents.