It doesn't matter. Being the successful mayor of NYC is the equivalent of being governor of a state. NYC is the largest city in the U.S., with over 8 million people. That's more than twice as much as the second largest city (LA) and more than 38 other states.
I am not a Rudy fan for president, but he did a remarkable job as mayor, particularly with crime and with being a strong leader during 911. People remember this. Plus he is moderate. I am not looking forward to President Rudy, but he is probably the odds on favorite at this point.
I agree he did a good job as mayor, definitely. And it's a big city.
However, as mayor, you don't have to worry about foreign relations too much.
And more than that... As far as war goes, Rudy is Bush II. He said today it's time to attack Iran (Tim Russert just listed the exact quote).
I just think that with Rudy and Hilary in a debate - Rudy is going to look like an evil warmonger. Hilary, as shrill as she is, will look compassionate next to him. Rudy is all balls. I see him being a very poor leader in healing sentiment and foreign relations. He'd make a GREAT sec of defense lol... but the president has to be a rational person. Rusy isn't rational. He uses the fear card nonstop. His " donate $9.11 to get into a Rudy speech" was a horrible idea. Just another example of him reminding us about 911.
At the same time - he RUNS - literally - from discussion of 911 first responders or Osama capture questions.
