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How Spitzer Compares
Peter Applebome in the NY Times compares Spitzer to Rowland and McGreevey and finds that not only do these disgraced governors have the tri-state area in common but certain personal qualities as well (although these can be attributed to nearly any pol):
And this week's news? Young man in a hurry? Rocket of energy, chutzpah and ambition? Lots of potential to go further still? Check. Check. Check plus.
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