Google Bets Republican

Google has picked a well-connected Republican to run its public policy team.  Former GOP Congresswoman Susan Molinari will replace Alan Davidson to lead Google's policy team for North and South America.

By picking a well-connected Republican to run its public policy team, Google is taking another step towards shedding its image as a company aligned with Democrats. 

Google Chairman Eric Schmidt is a top supporter of Obama and advised him during his 2008 campaign. But with so much at stake in legislation and policy, Google needs to be able to work both sides of the aisle, especially now that Republicans control the House.