MUDGE’s Musings
Independent nonpartisanship has a flexible definition for NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg.
A frequent subject at this nanocorner of the ‘Sphere©, we’ve been intrigued for most of a year with his potential independent candidacy for U.S. president.
See below for a list of links.
Bloomberg left the Republican party last year, many believed in preparation for a run at the presidency as an independent.
Apparently, though, the Republican party in New York State is still close to his heart, or his wallet.
Bloomberg Steps In to Help G.O.P. in Albany Fight
By RAYMOND HERNANDEZ |Published: March 1, 2008
While declaring his commitment to nonpartisanship, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg is quietly injecting himself — and his money — into one of the most explosive partisan battles in decades in New York.
Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg quit the Republican Party in June.
[Please click the link below for the complete article — but then please come on back!]
Bloomberg Steps In to Help G.O.P. in Albany Fight – New York Times
Mike, your “third way” includes support for the forces in New York State who diametrically oppose your positions on abortion rights and gay marriage?
I guess I’m not surprised that you have shown us again that pragmatic politicians are all the same after all.
Just disappointed at business as always.
And this space officially ends its support for Michael Bloomberg as vice president on the Obama ticket.
It’s it for now. Thanks,
–MUDGE
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