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June 21, 2007
Man without a party
So Michael Bloomberg has asserted his political independence. A guy with that much money can do so. I didnb’t notice the head of the Republican National Committee, Mel Martinez, chasing the New York mayor out the door, begging him to stay.
Nor did I notice DNC Chair Howard Dean giving hearty applause and inviting MB to come on over.
The parities are so captive to the extremes of their membership that courting an avowed middle-of-the-roader would be perceived as weak-kneed. Too bad.
The only element captivated by Bloomberg’s declaration of independence was the news media, especially the 24-hour cable channels. It gave them temporary relief from talking about John McCain’s free fall and Hillary Clinton’s campaign song.
Bloomberg is a passing fancy. He’s unlikely to be the third New Yorker in the race. But it’s easy to see he’s enjoying the attention.
Posted Jun 21 2007 @ 09:48 AM