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Can Mayors Be Presidential?

Posted on July 23, 2017 by Thomas Mets

There’s some speculation that mayors might seek the Democratic presidential nomination in 2020. Those mentioned include Mitch Landrieu of New Orleans, and Eric Garcetti of Los Angeles. After his keynote speech in 2012, there were similar conversations about San Antonio … Continue reading →

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Can anyone predict the 2016 Democratic nominee?

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Thomas Mets

Joe Scarborough made the obvious point about Hillary Clinton’s status as the presumptive 2016 frontrunner: Wasn’t that also true in 2008? There are a few differences. She made some tactical errors in that campaign. And Barack Obama was almost built … Continue reading →

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How Experienced are Potential Presidents?

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Thomas Mets

The last few Presidents, in terms of their resumes when they were elected to office, have been among the least qualified to hold the office. Bill Clinton is the only small-state Governor to ever become President. While George W Bush … Continue reading →

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