Spitzer's Downfall Is A Net Positive for NY Democrats. Say Hello to Andrew Cuomo

[Yavin4]

For all of those outside of NY, Spitzer's term in office has been horrible. He was involved in another scandal using state troopers.

This means that Andrew Cuomo now has an easy path to the NY Governor's mansion in the next election, and he may become future star of the Democratic party.

[Fredda Weinberg]

1. And you think that's a good thing? n/t

[apnu]

3. no shit, Cuomo? You gotta be kidding me.

They're right about the net gain, just not Cuomo.... but http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Paterson">David Paterson is.

[Fredda Weinberg]

4. How well do you know Andrew in particular? n/t

[Yavin4]

8. Read It For Yourself

He's been doing quite well as NYAG. He went after banks for defrauding on student loans, and he's going after Fannie Mae. James Craemer called him a "Communist" for doing so.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_Cuomo

[Fredda Weinberg]

10. I don't need to catch up ... but HUD is a warning n/t

[Yavin4]

5. Yes, I Do

Spitzer was probably not going to be re-elected. His first year was a disaster, and this clears the path for a stronger contender.

[Freddie Stubbs]

2. Do you think that Paterson will go quitely?

:shrug:

[Yavin4]

6. Paterson Will Finish Out The Term

But he won't get the party's nomination in 2010.

[book_worm]

7. What's wrong with Patterson?

[Yavin4]

9. He Won't Win The Party's Nomination in 2010

He just wont'.