the once and future governator

last year was a tough year for california governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.
despite taking on some tough issues and petty special interests that value politics over progress.

schwarzenegger has regained footing (via mickey kaus--2nd item) against hapless political opponents. la weekly's bill bradley highlights

The Democratic campaign is taking place in something of a time warp, in which the historic bipartisan infrastructure bonds package and the huge revenue windfall allowing Schwarzenegger to keep his old bargain with the teachers unions and pay down state debt are scarcely recognized.
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The only campaign that looks like a real campaign is that of Schwarzenegger, who appears in public far more often and, despite a well-documented penchant for secrecy, provides much more information.

don't count him out