Sebelius Confirmed as HHS Nominee

A few weeks ago, Deborah White noted that the New York Times rumor mill had Gov. Kathleen Sebelius (D-KS) pegged as the Obama Administration choice for Health & Human Services Secretary. Today, President Obama finally confirmed the rumor, asserting that she can bridge partisanship issues surrounding health care.

About's Guide to Catholicism, Scott P. Richert, calls the move a "slap in the face" for the nation's Catholics because Sebelius is "radically pro-abortion." He also believes that "it also signals a willingness to confront the Catholic Church on the question of unborn life."

In early February, former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle stepped aside as the nominee after admitting that he still owes thousands in back taxes ... although he had already anted up $140,000 in back taxes and interest.

This announcement wraps up the Obama cabinet, as far as nominations are concerned. There's still Senate confirmation.

Update: more from Linda Lowen, About.com guide to Women's Issues.