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Commerce Secretary Speculation Surrounds Junior

By Kleinheider Posted on February 14, 2009 at 12:34 pm

Harold Ford, Jr.’s name is again among those being bandied about for the cabinet position and sources have made clear he has no “Merrill” problem:

Ford’s folks tell me that he never received a bonus in his time at Merrill Lynch nor was he involved in developing or selling anything having to do with mortgage securities. Ford’s job was simply business development and advising clients on domestic or int’l issues. Bottom line: no one close to Ford believes he has a Merrill problem.

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11 Responses to “Commerce Secretary Speculation Surrounds Junior”

  1. Moe Lane » Harold Ford Jr. has tax issues? writes
    February 14th, 2009 2:28 pm

    [...] if he did - I’ve heard a bit about the man, but nothing along those lines - but he’s a Democrat being considered for a Cabinet post (Commerce*), so you’ll understand why I’m [...]

  2. Harold Ford Jr. has tax issues? - Moe_Lane’s blog - RedState writes
    February 14th, 2009 2:37 pm

    [...] if he did - I’ve heard a bit about the man, but nothing along those lines - but he’s a Democrat being considered for a Cabinet post (Commerce*), so you’ll understand why I’m [...]

  3. Elwood writes
    February 14th, 2009 2:40 pm

    Whatever, as long as he stays out of Tennessee.

  4. rhhardin writes
    February 14th, 2009 2:51 pm

    It would certainly sour Imus on the Obama administration. Imus has taken time out to call Ford a “low rent backstabbing little skunk” (eg. May 23, 2008, 6:13 am.), against a generally favorable feeling towards Obama.

    Ford’s is one of the grudges Imus savours.

  5. malclave writes
    February 14th, 2009 3:23 pm

    Just put the head of ACORN into Commerce, that way ACORN can run the census like Obama wants.

  6. D.C. Observer writes
    February 14th, 2009 6:19 pm

    HFJ wants to make money. He also doesn’t deserve to sit at the table with the President to advise him on issues.

  7. The Avenger writes
    February 15th, 2009 8:43 am

    What does Junior know about Commerce? Has he ever held a real job in the business world? Oh my stars!

    It’s crazy to think that our business minded and practical Governor would be passed over for HHS because he did the only thing that could be done to fix Tenncare and this rascal could get the nod. What an insult to all Tennesseans.

  8. Eleanor A writes
    February 15th, 2009 1:15 pm

    But…but…Jr. doesn’t have the salient experience! He’s not qualified!

    Oh, wait…forgot this was the Administration of Mr. Empty Suit we were talking about here…

    In a way, it’s really the perfect selection, isn’t it?

  9. equeener writes
    February 16th, 2009 10:42 am

    I think I detect a little bitterness and racism.
    The guy is smart. He has been teaching at
    Vanderbilt Law and has a good educational background.
    I do think Bredesen would be better but lets
    try for a little civility. Imus - really.

  10. Taking a “flyer” on Harold Ford Jr. for Commerce Secretary? at In Session | Politics & Government Blog | Tennessean.com writes
    February 16th, 2009 12:02 pm

    [...] see Post Politics] Share and [...]

  11. woody brosnan writes
    February 20th, 2009 7:30 am

    Ford worked at the commerce department under ron brown.

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