Red Ambition (Update)
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While Crazy Joe Arpaio ponders the move from Sheriff of Maricopa County to the lesser position of governor, New Yorkers have their own version. It would have burst on the scene over the weekend, but for some crazy who put a fizzled car bomb in Times Square. A potential dark cloud with a bit of a silver lining. Only a bit, since they still have the balloons and wazoos to be used for the announcement once we get over our fear and loathing. The announcement will come as no surprise. Via Newsday (which you won’t be able to access unless you buy Jim Dolan’s cable, unlike real newspapers): Nassau District Attorney …
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