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I was an enthusiastic

stillidealistic — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 21:59:57 +0000

In reply to Chris Matthews just said that

I was an enthusiastic supporter of her getting the position and signed several petitions to that effect, plus wrote several letters on her behalf.

But, not only do I think she would make an excellent Senator, how delicious would that be to have those who opposed her so vehemently have to actually work with her every day?

Chris Matthews just said that

Elusive Trope — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 21:27:29 +0000

In reply to One of the headlines I read

Chris Matthews just said that the rumor has it she thinking of a Senate run in MA against Brown. So who knows if she actually told Obama to not consider her because she was considering such a run, or for the other reasons you mentioned. While she would have been a great choice, she isn't the only person who would do well in the position. Not only that, there is the possibility the agency would be more successful protecting consumers without someone as controversial heading it up.

One of the headlines I read

stillidealistic — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 21:20:25 +0000

In reply to Obama nominates Richard Cordray to Lead Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

One of the headlines I read said "Warren Passed Over." I am wondering if anyone knows if she actually WANTED the position, given the battle that would ensue, and therefore was actually passed over, or if she supported the nomination of Cordray.

I, for one, would LOVE to see her in the senate, so this may truly be a silver lining.

Her thinking well of him is

AmericanDreamer — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 17:00:59 +0000

In reply to Obama nominates Richard Cordray to Lead Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Her thinking well of him is confidence-inspiring. I hope Obama will just go ahead and make a recess appointment if the Senate Republicans filibuster it. I also hope he and Reid will make them do that. Press coverage of that should favor Obama and hurt the Republicans, and for the right reasons.