Good Move

Let me be presumptuous here and assume Myron Lowery had something to do with Jack Sammons deciding not to run in the special election for Mayor of Memphis. Political minds are always thinking of angles to improve their position. Whether he did or not it works to his advantage still. If this were a game of golf, I would call this a good shot. This would have been a birdy. This kills two birds with one stone. It gets you on the green with a shot to spare. Not only does he eliminate part of the competition but he gains an important ally that will prove to be invaluable after the interim period is over. If this scenario comes to past and Lowery indeed appoints Sammons CAO. The newly elected Mayor will probably keep them in place after they take office. So with all of these openings coming up as a result of Heenton's resignation. Myron Lowery is going to make some key appointments in a short time. Some of which I'm almost certain will outlast him.

Jack Sammons had a long career but he only served a certain segment of the community. Needless to say who that segment was. The affluent white business community for the most part. I don't know why the media is trying to give the impression that he has so much black support. During his sixteen years in office. He has just been able to advance his agenda without saying or doing anything to draw attention. All things considered this is a good move.