Mr. Nice for Mayor

The WayneWho staff stumbled across a great article in the Associated Press on a story in Duluth, Minnesota. It seems that Duluth residents are not all that happy with their choices for Mayor, but now they may have a real choice, that is if they are willing to elect a 30 year old blue felt puppet.

Jim and Allen Richardson, who wrote a commentary book called "Gonzo Science", say they decided to enter Mr. Nice in the race even though they aren't thrilled about participating in the arena of "politics as usual." They believe that Mr. Nice brings experience and diversity to the campaign. Mr. Nice is the only non-white candidate running, and has the most experience at being a puppet. He also holds a job as a Puppet Activist which he believes will help spread the word about his candidacy.

Mr. Nice will be having a campaign rally this Saturday at Washington Galleries in Duluth which will feature a puppet debate along with an art show. Mr. Nice has noted that he will give the "speech of his life."

His human opponents are City Councilors Don Ness and Charlie Bell, who was the runner-up in the mayor's race four years ago. Rumor has it that they are not happy about the competition, and are working together to slow down the campaign of Mr. Nice.

The WayneWho staff will watch this race closely to see how well Mr. Nice is able to do during his campaign. You never know where you might see other puppet political newcomers show up on the ballot.