Progressive activist and actor, Alec Baldwin, sees opportunity in Anthony Weiner’s troubles. The scandal ridden Congressman was considered one of the favorites for the 2013 New York City Mayoral election. Now with his mess, it has given the Long Island native, Baldwin, a shot at the mayoralty.
Alec Baldwin is mulling a run for mayor of New York City now that kinky Congressman Anthony Weiner appears to have sexted himself out of the 2013 race.
The “30 Rock” star, who has long talked about running for political office, believes Weinergate has shaken up the field of candidates enough that he might have a chance to win, a friend of the actor told The Daily.
“Alec said, ‘Hey, maybe this changes the race. The dynamics have shifted,’ ” said Baldwin’s pal.
“The Democrats need a high-profile candidate, and Alec can fill that bill.”
Baldwin, a die-hard Democrat originally from Massapequa, a suburb on Long Island, N.Y., has said 2012 will be his last year on “30 Rock,” which would free him up for a 2013 mayoral run.
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The sad part is, he probably could win. Alec Baldwin as mayor would have to actually make decisions instead of complaining. Seeing his thin skinned temperament, he would be a disaster as mayor. But he has the right to run and it would be up to New York City residents whether they want Alec Baldwin as mayor. I can guarantee, he would be comedy gold!
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