While KT McFarland spends another day reeling from yet another scandal, John Spencer continues attempts to claw his way into the media spotlight.
So what does Freddy Kreuger do last week?
He juxtaposes a picture of Hillary and Osama in a commercial he doesn't even have money to air. It gets him press -- and Republicans like Al D'Amato and Dick "I suck women's toes" Morris hail it as the best thing since sliced bread.
OK - now could someone explain to me how this commerical is helping him with people beyond the estimated 10-15% uber-conservative hardcore Radical Right Republican base in the state of New York?
It doesn't. It just draws people closer to Hillary (as her latest sky-high approval rating from SUSA released a few days ago illustrates).
So from this point on, I'm referring to John Spencer as the Freddy Kreuger candidate.
Besides bearuing a striking resemblance, it juxtaposes him with a character that is nasty, unlikeable, scary, and hold beliefs that are evil.
Hyperbole?
Maybe a little. But, hey, this blog caters to the Democratic base. I'm not writingthis to win an elections, and unlike Spencer, I know my audience.
If all you do is feed red meat to you Radical Right base, and think you can win in New York State, you're not only really fucking stupid, but you're goingt o lose BADLY!
A new Siena College Poll released yesterday confirmed what I've been saying and thinking for some time: Jeanine Pirro should not be underestimated.
The poll has Cuomo leading Pirro 50 percent to 35 percent - which is an increase from Pirro's 28 percent standing just over a month ago.
You would think Andrew Cuomo would start promoting his candidacy with sharp, well-focused advertising.
Not a chance.
He's started advertising alright, but the commercial is a basic resume sampler strung along by irritating elevator music. The ad is horrible. It lists his accomplishments (sans real prosecutorial experience) and, just when you think it will pivot into his forward-looking objectives, it ends with some vague line about how he will do the same things he's done in the past if he's elected.
What the fuck?
Cuomo throw us a bone here. I want to find a reason to vote for you. As I've said in earlier posts, show the voters your passion. Some vision. Some focus.
Pirro talks in a way that can carry Democrats (unlike the extremists Faso and Spencer), and is articulate and persuasive. Women, along with Democrats who are weary of your experience and dedication, will flock to her.
Listen to the polls. Sharpen your message and your focus. Otherwise, you're going to be in for a race that is a lot closer than you want it to be.
My YouTube selection for this post is for all you city kids who grew up in the late 80's and early 90's in areas absorbed by freestyle music. Here's one of my favorites I heard played at a bar this weekend (I think me and my friends were the only ones who knew what to make of it, while all the transplants rocked a bit in confused awkward motions).
The classic TKA - Louder than Love. An oldie and a goodie for all the Italian and Latin kids of New York City, Long Island (and Jersey of course). Big haired girls and guys in tight pleated Sergio Tacchini pants with spikey hair - ahhh, those were the days. Enjoy:
While KT McFarland spends another day reeling from yet another scandal, John Spencer continues attempts to claw his way into the media spotlight.
