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The notion is catching on in New Jersey, just not at the governor's mansion. When I wrote the article about Gov. Chris Christie and how he could change the game for the Republicans. I had no idea Mayor Cory Booker was already doing that very thing.  Could a battle be brewing for the big guy on his own turf ? Not everyone in New Jersey is impressed with him as the Republican base. He has taken steps as of late to bridge that gap with his signing of  the pension  reform for state workers.  Is that a move to change plummeting ratings? He knows the chances for him to straddle the fence are slim and none.                                              

I'm sure Mayor Booker wants to take his star to the next phase and the governor's office would be a likely stop. No doubt he is a star on the rise. But no mayor has bypassed higher office before taking the top seat. He leads the pack with moderates and Independents as a  replacement for the incumbent. Like it or not this country's voters are superficial. These days they want a leader who can go shirtless. Maybe even a tatoo if it's tasteful. Being tall and handsome doesn't hurt either. After watching this guy on his HBO special. He puts you in mind of a Vin Diesel in a suit. If he doesn't make it in politics. He might consider a career in the movies.