Bill DeBlasio is the front runner (by far) in the NYC mayoral election. He is known as a staunch progressive, however, that is what was said about Barak Obama and we all know how that turned out.
For me, this is the final litmus test as to whether or not true progressive candidates leaders really exist at all. Sure, they exist in campaigns, but once in office it becomes, back to the status quo and screw everyone, with the exception of the rich and powerful.
I am hoping DeBlasio (who is a lock to win) finally causes this not to be the case, however, the fact that he has been endorsed by teh Clintons (Bill and Hilary) and Obama himself, is an ominous sign.
