Antonio Villaraigosa and the Politics of Perpetual Motion
Matt Szabo - no star-struck liberal blinded by Antonio Villaraigosa’s charm - blogs on what it takes for a politician to do well in California and what it means for the Mayor’s future:
So the essential formula for a successful California pol: Keep your nose clean. And show up. Everywhere.
And in his first 100 days, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa has mastered the art of showing up. Everywhere. More than 250 public appearances in fewer than four months.
Cameras love him. And the people love those who the cameras love.
If he keeps this up, and stays out of trouble, he’ll be an unstoppable juggernaut.
