Bill Richardson Ends Presidential Campaign

Bill Richardson, while a brilliant candidate for U.S. Presidency, has formidable rivals and according to CNN the recent poll numbers in Iowa Caucus and New Hampshire Primary that have caused New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson to drop from presidential race.

As of last September Richardson's campaign had raised about 19 million dollars, but the governor while clearly distinguishing himself from other candidates on issues such as Iraq, had only gotten 2 percent of votes in Iowa.

Bill Richardson is serving his second term as Governor of New Mexico. He was re-elected in 2006 with the support of 69 percent of voters, representing the largest margin of victory for any Governor in state history. He was supported by Democrats, Republicans and Independents, winning in both urban and rural counties New Mexicans overwhelmingly endorsed Governor Richardson's aggressive efforts to improve education, cut taxes, build a high-wage economy, expand health care access, invest in renewable energy and make New Mexico safer.

Prior to being elected governor, Bill Richardson enjoyed a very successful and fulfilling career in public service, academia and the private sector - few can match his wide-ranging experience and his level of dedication to protecting the rights and improving the quality of life of people in New Mexico, the United States and around the world. Richardson has met face-to-face with some of the world's most intimidating leaders. He negotiated the release of prisoners from Saddam Hussein, convinced corrupt foreign heads of state to step down, and oversaw and reformed one of the most challenging and unmanageable agencies in government, the Department of Energy. In recognition of his concern for human rights abuses and his diplomatic work throughout the world, Richardson was nominated five times for the Nobel Peace Prize.

Bill Richardson is expected to make the announcement Thursday in New Mexico.

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