Schwarzenegger replaces chief of staff, appoints gay democrat

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger's recent appointment of Susan Kennedy as his chief of staff, exploring the implications of this political move, the nature of California politics, and perceptions of gender and sexuality in political leadership. The scope includes political analysis, personal opinions, and social commentary.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express confusion about Schwarzenegger's political alignment, questioning whether he is attempting to shift towards the Democratic Party.
  • There are inquiries about Susan Kennedy's sexual orientation, with one participant questioning the relevance of this aspect to her appointment.
  • Several participants express envy of California's political climate, suggesting it allows for diverse leadership choices.
  • Some participants debate the coherence of California's political landscape, with contrasting views on whether it "makes sense."
  • Concerns are raised about Schwarzenegger's potential challenges in future elections, particularly regarding Republican nominations.
  • One participant humorously comments on gender norms in politics, questioning societal perceptions of masculinity and femininity.
  • A participant suggests that Kennedy was a significant intellectual force in the previous administration, despite criticisms of Governor Davis.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on Schwarzenegger's political intentions or the implications of Kennedy's appointment. There are mixed opinions on California's political environment and its sensibility.

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Some statements reflect personal opinions and perceptions rather than established facts, and there are unresolved questions about the influence of personal relationships on political decisions.

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Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger -- attempting to regain his political footing after a devastating special election defeat this month -- has begun a shakeup of his administration by replacing his chief of staff with a former state Democratic Party official and top adviser to former Gov. Gray Davis, Democratic and Republican sources said Tuesday.

...Susan Kennedy, the former communications director for Sen. Dianne Feinstein, a California Democrat, earned a reputation as the workaholic Cabinet secretary and former deputy chief of staff to Davis -- whom Schwarzenegger ousted in the 2003 recall campaign. As one of three top Davis insiders, she was credited with managing the Democratic governor's initiatives on child support enforcement, energy conservation and health care, among other issues.
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2005/11/30/MNGDVG0B511.DTL"

I don't understand politics. Is Arnold trying to become a Democrat? I'm envious of the Califronians, in a state where something like this is possible.
 
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is she really a lesbian or do you just not like her?
 
rachmaninoff said:
I'm envious of the Califronians, in a state where something like this is possible.
Move to California.

We make sense here.
 
California makes sense?!
 
deckart said:
California makes sense?!

no we don't, just look at ... all of California.
 
deckart said:
California makes sense?!
Yeah baby, yeah we do. :biggrin:
 
You should look at Astronuc's thread on Education to see just how much sense this state makes.:wink:

The Governator has been criticized quite a bit by conservatives about the way his wife supposedly seems to influence his decision making.
This woman's last name looks familiar. I wonder if there's any relation.:-p
 
You got to love Arnold; dude's fearless. One wonders what will happen to him come the next gubernatorial when he'll actually have to win a Republican nomination. Unless, of course, he runs unopposed because the party realizes that no real Republican would ever win.
 
I suppose girly men are not OK, but manly girls are ? :smile:
 
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rachmaninoff said:
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2005/11/30/MNGDVG0B511.DTL"

I don't understand politics. Is Arnold trying to become a Democrat? I'm envious of the Califronians, in a state where something like this is possible.

I think Susan Kennedy was 80% of the brains in that administration, despite Davis' failing to balance the books.
 
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