Not sure. Mostly that he is a hard ass attacking corporate corruption. Honestly, I never heard of Spitzer until recently...long after I'd met people like Chris Owens, Gifford Miller, etc. Not sure why he was under my radar, but he was. But once I became aware, everyone was saying how wonderful he was.

The Atlantic yards and Williamsburg development plans, which I completely oppose (but favor the neighborhood plans) are supported by a wide range of otherwise good polticians. Part of the problem is that Bloomberg has convinced many people that the areas are blighted (a lie, basically) so people ASSUME the development is an improvement. I have been trying to help the neighborhood groups get their word out, but no one seems willing to listen. Spitzer may be part of this problem.

As for being an asshole, well if he's an asshole FOR US, I am willing to accept that...especially in NY.

I will keep your comments in mind. Right now I am immersed in the 2005 mayor, Brooklyn DA, Civil Court, etc. races and the sane development issues. I guess I am already involved with one 2006 race (CHris Owens) but otherwise I am focusing on 2005 races and general Brooklyn reform politics. Try to remind me about Spitzer when 2006 comes along. I write a Progressive Democrat newsletter and such comments (from you, not me who remains unbiased in the newsletter) could be included in a future newsletter.