On 19 Dec 2004 15:45:34 -0800, in a place far, far away, "Neil
Halelamien" made the phosphor on my
monitor glow in such a way as to indicate that:


I'd personally be happy with either Craig Steidle or Pete Worden,
although I think Steidle's chances are much better. I like Worden's
ideas better, but Steidle probably has more applicable experience, and
doesn't have the possible specter of the Office of Strategic Influence.

I'd be happy with Walker, too, though he's got no administrative
experience that I know of. The biggest problem with Worden is how
many bridges he's burned with his forthright NASA bashing in the past
(much worse than me, and that's saying something). It would make it
difficult for him to develop the necessary rapport with many at the
agency. Steidle seems like a logical successor, since he has the
requisite experience, and it would be a natural transition from his
current role in implementing the president's vision.