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...only major candidate calling for an immediate withdrawal from Iraq with no residual forces because as he fully understands, what we lack in Iraq is political progress, and our military presence prolongs the violence. What we need in Iraq is a “diplomatic surge” and Richardson, who actually understands the region, is the best candidate to make this succeed...
...domestic issues like immigration, education, and health care, Richardson had to deal with the harsh realities of the situation as the two-term governor of New Mexico and former congressman for 14 years. He’s been such a successful governor that he garnered 40 percent of the Republican vote in his reelection. His approval ratings are consistently above 60 percent and always some of the highest in the nation...
...Richardson is not your typical candidate. He’s got a laid-back Western style about him. He’s humble, funny, self-deprecating, and exceedingly honest. He does not speak in sound bites, and most voters get a sense from him that he actually answers the questions posed...
...He’s also has a different way of looking at things. Richardson supports the decriminalization of marijuana, and is more pro-gun than the other candidates. Democrats may not agree with him on every issue, but we know that he’s analyzed every issue and come to his own position carefully and thoughtfully...
...Richardson likes to joke that’s he’s no rock star, but he does have a natural ability to connect with the people he meets, and his authenticity shines through and makes him the candidate best able to appeal to independents and Republicans and bring victory home for the forces of good come November...