Tuesday, June 30, 2015

Governor Chris Christy is ready for his run.

Christi's strong arm politics worked for the people of New Jersey. When it was important, after the worst storm New Jersey ever saw, Christy stood up to the Republican establishment and demanded help. Not bad.

June 30, 2015
By Jessica Taylor 

...But just months later, (click here) the governor would be badly damaged in the "Bridgegate" scandal — a lane closures scheme affecting commuters onto the highly trafficked George Washington Bridge. It was allegedly orchestrated by some of Christie's top allies to exact political revenge on the mayor of Fort Lee, who had refused to endorse the governor's re-election bid. Two top aides have been indicted, while another has pleaded guilty....

The former Secretary of State may have a sincere opposition candidate from the man across the river.

Chris Christie is an interesting man. He has accomplished every ambition he set his mind on. He is a success story in many ways. But, to run for President every candidate has to have sand kicked in their face to rise as a phoenix above the fray. That came with staff who over stepped their authority in a frenzy of hubris. He has been cleared by the US Attorney, but, will he be cleared by the Republican electorate? I wish him good luck.