Maybe…
…Strauss-Kahn should just run for mayor of New York.
And lest you say “he can’t; he’s French,” I don’t see any impediment. I could be missing something, but the rules say nothing about being a US citizen:
Requirements:
The Mayor is elected every four years by the entire city. He or she needs to be 18 years old and a resident of NYC on Election Day.
I know, I know—there’s a little detail of needing to be acquitted first, and then getting to NY to establish residence. Maybe next time. By then, non-citizens in New York may be allowed to vote in municipal elections.
Some cities in Germany allow non-citizens to vote. It’s a terrible idea, and even though I could vote, I don’t. Although, given the Green city council. I am tempted.
Thats a good idea if Weiner deceides he’s not up to the job and pulls out (couldn’t resist).
52% of NYC residents are black or Latino.