Too early

According to the Washington Post, Kerry is already looking into picking his cabinet. I agree with New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson that Kerry should focus on winning, not picking a cabinet. This is premature and could cause harm to his campaign. Richardson has now said no to a position, and maybe he would have taken in after the election, if Kerry were to be elected. Also, I can't see anyone voting for Kerry based on someone he plans on putting into a high position, however I think that I can see people voting against him because of it. The one good thing coming out of this is his goal of placing women, minorities, and Republicans in the cabinet. I am sure that there will also be white male Democrats (and I see no reason that there should not be), but it is good that he is stating his intent to diversify now, hopefully he will just keep that promise should the election go in his favor.