27 Mar 2008 09:44 am
Here's the first paragraph from Barack Obama's speech this a.m. in New York:
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I want to thank Mayor Bloomberg for his extraordinary leadership. At a time when Washington is divided in old ideological battles, he shows us what can be achieved when we bring people together to seek pragmatic solutions. Not only has he been a remarkable leader for New York –he has established himself as a major voice in our national debate on issues like renewing our economy, educating our children, and seeking energy independence. Mr. Mayor, I share your determination to bring this country together to finally make progress for the American people.
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Marc Ambinder thinks Bloomberg's qualities as an administrator compliments Obama's as a visionary. But Obama's campaign proves Obama is a qualified administrator. What appeals to me about Bloomberg is that while he doesn't seem to give a **** about party politics. I also like the prospect of putting a mayor at the top national office, to go along with a state senator 4 years removed