He was chief of staff to Gore and Biden. My guess is taking on the role of chief of staff to Obama behind the scenes now that Jarrett is coming under increased scrutiny.
That's why he's hiding. He's trying to figure out grand strategy.
Ron is an old Clinton henchman.
He’s part of Hillary’s transition team to the WH.
Remember when Podesta came in last year, he was the first of the Clinton Crime Family on board.