Could be. Some media sources are already saying Obama's offered her the job, though those reports appear to be a bit premature.
This Yahoo! news story isn't making any announcements either way. Obama could be thinking about offering Hillary the spot, and she just might be thinking about accepting it.
I think it would be a really good way to placate her supporters. She touted her foreign credentials. Here's a way to put them to use. Like a good Democrat, she stumped hard core for Obama after losing the nomination. Secretary of State is a great way to reward that party loyalty.
But Hillary may want to continue serving in the Senate, where she's pretty much got a lifetime job, if she wants it. Taking a spot near the top virtually ensures her tenure in public office is limited. You don't go from a cabinet spot back to Congress.
So what's to be done? Lots of dealing behind closed doors, no doubt. Obama would be foolish to offer her the job without knowing for certain she'd accept. That wouldn't be seemly. We should see an announcement on this selection in a few days.
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