If Obama were elected, CQ sees his top Homeland Security choices as James Lee Witt, former director of the Federal Emergency Management Administration during the Clinton administration; New York City Police Commissioner Raymond W. Kelly; and Arizona Gov. Janet Napolitano.

In what could make for a lively McCain Cabinet if Romney were there, CQ says a top possibility for secretary of health and human services is former presidential candidate Mike Huckabee — who ignited wrath from many Utahns by raising questions about Romney's LDS faith during the campaign.

The current HHS secretary is Mike Leavitt, the former governor of Utah.

CQ noted that Huckabee, a former Baptist minister, lost 100 pounds and created a health initiative in Arkansas when he was its governor. "His book, 'Quit Digging Your Grave with a Knife and a Fork,' underscores his reputation as a cheerleader for healthy living," CQ said.

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Contributing: Lisa Riley Roche. E-mail: lee@desnews.com