1. With the mess in the New York State Senate, is it likely that one party will be able to reap significant political gains in the 2010 elections?
I'd say the Republicans stand to gain. Not that they've done much to merit support, but the Dems have been the party in power both in the Governor's mansion and the legislature. So a disgusted public wanting to "throw the bums out" is more likely to turn its anger on Democrats. The Republicans could have helped themselves if they had announced some real reform goals when they took over the Senate. Instead, their "reforms" were about getting an equal share of the spoils. Not exactly the kind of stuff to inspire people. Even so, by default Republicans represent change, and that's surely what New Yorkers want.
2. Would you say that NewsBusters has made the mainstream media more responsible, or is it simply looked down upon?
2. Would you say that NewsBusters has made the mainstream media more responsible, or is it simply looked down upon?
There's no question that NewsBusters has made the mainstream media a bit more accountable. MSM members are very aware that we are out there watching and writing. You'd be surprised how sensitive they are to criticism. I have often heard from major media figures offended by something I've written; wanting to set the record straight, etc. Sure, the MSM remains liberal. But I think they have become a bit more sensitive to the need to show some balance.
3. Who do you believe is more likely to emerge as the Democratic nominee for NY Governor-- Attorney General Andrew Cuomo or current Governor David Paterson?
3. Who do you believe is more likely to emerge as the Democratic nominee for NY Governor-- Attorney General Andrew Cuomo or current Governor David Paterson?
Definitely Cuomo. He has been smart enough not to hog the limelight too much as the state and Paterson have melted down. He will look like a reasonable alternative to Dems thoroughly disgusted with the status quo. I'd say the only way Paterson could conceivably win a Dem primary is if it's a three-way race with two people splitting the anti-Paterson vote.
4. Do you foresee a political comeback for disgraced former NY Governor Eliot Spitzer?
4. Do you foresee a political comeback for disgraced former NY Governor Eliot Spitzer?
Possibly, yes! He might have been an egomaniac, and he obviously committed serious mistakes. But he paid the price and accepted the blame. He obviously wants to get back into politics, and might come to be seen as a more competent alternative to the people currently in charge.
5. When do you believe that the 'honeymoon period' between the US public and President Barack Obama will end?
5. When do you believe that the 'honeymoon period' between the US public and President Barack Obama will end?
It depends largely on the economy. If by spring of 2010 unemployment hasn't decreased significantly, and especially if inflation has started to rear its head, Pres. Obama and the congressional Dems will be in serious trouble. Foreign affairs is a wild card. In the event of a crisis people might rally around the president. But if he is seen as weak or in some way responsible for the problem--think Jimmy Carter and the Iranian hostage crisis--then his political fortunes could nosedive. All of the personal traits that the public currently likes about him could become grating virtually overnight. Think of the end of a romance in which what used to be charming habits suddenly become annoying tics.
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