Thursday, July 24, 2008

Michael Bloomberg

Obama Looks to Balance Vulnerabilities With Veep Choice

Obama may pick a vice president with more national security experience. more >>

New London Mayor Looks to NYC's Bloomberg

Johnson is eying New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg as something of a role model. more >>

Off-Track Betting Parlors May Close

The planned shutdowns may spell the end of an era for New York. more >>

Morning Buzz: Feb. 28, 2008

Fuhgedaboudit. That's the official verdict this morning from New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg about the possibility of a third-party presidential run. In an op-ed in the New York Times, Bloomberg writes: "I listened carefully to those who encouraged me to run, but I am not — and will not be -- a candidate for president. I have watched this campaign unfold, and I am hopeful that the current campaigns can rise to the challenge by offering truly independent leadership." more >>

Angry Independents Call for Bipartisanship

Oklahoma conclave brings together possible candidate Bloomberg and other middle-roaders. more >>

Easing Gridlock in Gotham

What's ahead for New York's radical plan for relieving traffic. more >>

More Talk About Bloomberg for President

A bipartisan group's call for unity prompts new speculation over a Michael Bloomberg ticket. more >>

Bloomberg: a Reasonable Alternative?

With the drawbacks for the major party nominees, the New York mayor may be the answer. more >>

New York City Schools Win $500,000 Broad Prize

Despite criticisms, Mayor Michael Bloomberg's reforms are showing notably positive results. more >>

Not the Right Time for a Third-Party Bid

Unity08 hopes to use the Web to spark interest in a third-party presidential candidate. more >>

Bloomberg's 'Rove' Also His Party Guy

Kevin Sheekey isn't just New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg's political guru pushing him to run for president as an independent. He's also the mayor's image-maker and party guy. more >>

Who Does Mayor Mike Hurt?

New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg has changed his party registration from Republican to Independent, which everyone is taking as a step toward running as a third-party candidate for president. Bloomberg, whose income is said to be about $500 million a year, is capable of self-financing a campaign, and he has very good job ratings as mayor of New York. more >>

Bloomberg a Long Shot at Best

For those counting on a Mayor Michael Bloomberg's candidacy as a paved road to the White House, hedge your bets and take a deep breath.. more >>

Out Loud

"I hope Al Gore enters the race. I think that would be good for the country. more >>

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