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I was hoping he was going to run for President. That would get me to vote for a Democrat unless he went Indepenent. THEN INDEPENDENT!!!

I don't like term limits. Seems to me that I should be able to vote for anyone I want. How can I vote for anyone I want if they're not allowed to run?

Well N.Y may as well be like that little country in the middle east,lets just call him the Prime Minister Bloomberg.

THIS IS NOT A GOOD THING

Why won't any mainstream media outlet run a story about McCain talking to his Vietnamese captors!?!?

He prides himself on being such a POW war hero, but the truth is that he squeeled like a pig and honorable American soldiers died as a result! Other men were court martialed for the same offense that he did! But because he was an admiral's son (and grandson), he did not get punished.

He was called Songbird because he "sang" to his captors so readily. He even said that he broke during the convention!! This is not a secret but no one even mentions it!!!

No traitors in the White House!

O'8

The two term limit was set for a reason and it should stay that way, but since I live in one of the plain states and don't know any more about this Mayor than Palin knows about the lower 48 states, I'm not qualified to discuss anything regarding New York. just as she's not qualified to run as VP.

Oh the arrogance of this man – like he is the only one who can lead in a crisis. Yikes. I hope the city counsel does the end run around the voters and lets him run. Then the voters can vote him out! I don't know whether his head or his balls are bigger, but either way, he is permanently disfigured in my book. Mike, get a life!

No way Mayor.............so you can go out and run some more vigilante attempts at your inane gun control?

You have over-stayed your welcome.

the same as Bloomberg takes credit for the after 9/11 economic buildup (if yes...?)he should take full credited for the the economic crisis
dump Bloomy

whatever happened to just following the law? go do something else! government gets too comfortable ,when new folks aren't brought in to make sure things aren't being 'hidden'.

Wow big EGO no doubt...

I see a lot of partisan attacks here on the right. I'm a proud Democrat and have been almost all my life, but a lot of the claims here are ridiculous. Bloomberg was a lifelong Democrat who essentially switched parties right before the mayor race because the eight year incumbent was a (liberal) Republican and he thought he could win much easier. And then probably realizing that his views on national security were the only thing he really had in common with the majority of the GOP, he switched to an independent in 2007. He is a social liberal, economic moderate, and foreign affairs conservative. I'd like to see you point out how in fact this makes him a typical republican. That being said, I don't support a third term either, but I will not dismiss him because of his former political party.

As a New Yorker and as a Democrat, I approve a 3rd term. Even thought it is a power grab, he has done undeniable good for my city.

I work in NYC and think Bloomberg has done a terrific job. He's been a mayor to all the people, not just Manhattan. He's done a lot to foster redevelopment in the outer boroughs and the continue to make this a safer and cleaner place to work. Nevertheless, term limits are the law and I don't think they should be changed. Too bad we can't get the same for Congress. Most of those infantile blowhards should have been gone a long time ago.

It's too bad Bloomberg isn't running for President. He's far better than the choices we have now. He's got much solid executive experience, both in governement and in the private sector – something none of the major party candidates can claim. He is also financially savvy, understands the markets, the economy and what moves them. And he won't promise something that's unaffordable simply because it sounds good (but his honesty in that regard would also probably make him unelectable vs. the crap we are being fed now).

I say NO, NO, NO! I am a New Yorker, and I fully support term limits. Bloomberg VETOED a measure overturning term limits for other city politicians. How self-serving is that? If we could manage to hold an election less than 2 months after 9-11, then what makes him think that we can't elect someone else to be mayor during this so-called financial crisis. The truth is is that he hasn't had time to complete all the sweetheart deals for the fat cat developers he has planned and that's why he wants another term. He does not care for the citizens of this city, this is nothng more self-aggrandizing power grabbing move.

Hey Bloomberg.....Maybe you can get John McCain to play a game of switch-a-roo for you. He has become LESS than honorable in these last few weeks. His judgement is erratic and irresponsible and at this point he has nothing else to lose.

Term limits are set for a reason. Being a New Yorker, NYC should be able to have some FRESH options to the Mayoral job. Mike had his time, did what he could and did it well for the most part...however that shouldn't be the determining factor in completely over-riding the RULES. God help us if Guliani had a shot at a 3rd term... the pendulum swings both ways- if they change it for the good guy it could then also apply to the bad guy. Hence the reasoning of the rule regardless of circumstance.
If he wants it that bad he can run again in 4 years... but for now, he has to abide by the rules- not adjust them to suit his own desires.

Move up or Move out Bloomberg. We have term limits for a reason and there are other positions that are out there. I know New York will need a new Govenor soon so why not take some time off after one term ends and start moving for another.

The City Council will no doubt amend the law, because it will allow THEM to serve more than two consecutive terms.

I'm against term limits, but this looks self-serving, to say the least.

Most New Yorkers won't really mind, though, since Bloomberg's popular. Plus most people have no sense of consistency.

The only people who think they are not replaceable are narcisitic such as Guilliani, Bush, Cheney, and now Bloomberg. Time to leave Mr. Bloomberg

Bloomberg is brilliant. I hope he joins the Obama administration.

Good mayor or not, I don't think you should mess with the two term law. It opens doors for others to take advantage of it.

I am sure..like most wealthy in our nation–he will attempt to change the laws and our reality–to suit his own needs.

Should we allow another Bloomberg term–with full knowledge–he's just waiting to be President?

If Bloomberg were President....where would we be?

Not everyone aspires to be a billionaire–nor do they have the cut-throat mentality, disaffection for human suffering, and lack of conscience it takes to get there.

Why should New Yorkers support someone with those values?

Way too much of politico's buying their own way past laws designed
to protect the honest citizen from them, and their greed. 2 terms are
enough for any politician.. just look at all those "good old boys"
in the senate... and look at all the money some of these people have
hell they could own states, outright. Almighty greed machine at it's best.

Bloomberg if you were such a great mayor for New York economically , why didn't you sound the alarm sooner for Wall Street. He gave over 400 million to Yankee Staduim but The New Towers are still NO WHERE to be seen.

We don't need another self serving Joe Liberman. Finish your term and move on!

Ironically Rudy wanted a 3rd term. The simple truth is that NYC is unlike ANY other city as the financial capital of the US. I think a 3rd term should be allowed for NYC mayors, but ONLY as an Independent.

NYC mayors should NOT be allowed to run a 3rd term under any party affiliation; therefore, unless they TRULY believe it's worth spending a great deal of their personal wealth, and THE PEOPLE of NYC (not dems or repubs) want them to serve again, will they win...

Nope – finish your term, then go campaign for changing the term limit. If you get it changed – great – run again. But it is completely unreasonable to try to change the rules midstream. That's the Bush way (and McCain and Palin) way of operating. Play by the rules.

Bad move Mr. Bloomberg, I voted twice for term limits, the laws are for everyone, even billionairs. Why not run for Governor, or City Council speaker, they have budget control. Or better yet apply to the next president for Paulson's job. I would trust you to dole out my hard earned tax dollars rather than a wall street insider.

Bloomberg is a blowhard. His only interests are in himself and what he can control. He doesn't like the game so he wants to change the rules.

Hold on Bloomberg............John McCain and Sarah Palin will be in the job market after starting November 5th.

No third term. Is he special or what?

Oh Hell No way, the Law is the Law and it applies to everyone.

...politico.com:

McCain pulling out of Michigan

John McCain is pulling out of Michigan, according to two Republicans, a stunning move a month away from Election Day that indicates the difficulty Republicans are having in finding blue states to put in play.

You are one of the best mayors in NYC's history. As much as I disagree with you on changing the rule in the middle of the game, I believe that for the sake of the city that I love, you should seek a 3rd and a 4th term.

Just so you know, I would have moved to Jersey if Rudy Sleazeball wanted another term. So, don't disappoint me.

By the way, I know that you have $20 billion in personal property. Wanna hire a very skilled guy with two graduate degrees? )

No, Never.

This was exactly what Mayor Juliani tried to do before Bloomberg came to office.

Is Bloomberg saying there are no other credible people in NYC.

He must go at the end of his two terms.

No body is an island.

NYC will surely find a replacement, a good one indeed.

Period.

dictatorship?!

This morning McBush stated that he is behind in the Polls
" Because Life is not Fair " yes that is a quote. OMG, now this pathetic little angry Liar is going to add Whiner to his list of Ugly attributes. Life is fair and that is why his political gimmicks this week over the Bail Out Bill. His continuous lies and negative attacks. And his ' Country Last ' poor judgement pick of an unqualied VP pick, are starting to back fire on him.

This would be great for New York. I hope that he would get involved nationally, with advice on this economic crisis. This man is absolutely brilliant.

he needs to leave. He was against it when Rudy wanted to stay afew extra months to sort out the 9-11 mess because He thought he was the only one who could. now with this mess Mike thinks HE is the only one who can keep the city running. Its all a crock. The people voted twice. not once, twice and now he is taking away their ability to vote on it. KING MIKE HAS ARRIVED

Dear Blog,

A question: Which states are voting by proprtional electors instead of winner take all this year, and how many electoral votes are up for grabs this way?

Thank you,
JRM

"you cannot go to a 7-Eleven or a Dunkin' Donuts unless you have a slight Indian accent." – Joe Biden

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Mike run for Govenor, we need all the good help NY can get.

I have a problem with someone wanting a third term and then having the restrictions lifted to allow them to do it. If there are term limits they should apply to everyone and not just to non billionaires.

Interesting- most of these types of law reversals are done for the NEXT administration, such as raises for the President.
It would seem pretty partisan to have a sitting mayor get that extention.
Bloomberg- why not sit out 4 years, use your monetary expertise to help the next Pres. and then run again?

Perhaps the rest of us would take you New Yorkers seriously if you learned how to use consonants and vowels.

Many voters are so hell-bent on change that they would elect the devil himself if he had a "D" after his name and would be touting his expertise on global warming.

Let the butterflies and forest creatures decide if this is a good thing.

Lay out some papers with his name on it in the forest ( a parke will do). Then chant–save us Mike three times.
Take off all your clothes and dance around the papers nude.
Ask for the Earth Goddess to bless your choice.
If Bloomberg is the one–all of the other papers will become invisible.

Long live, Mike "the wonk" Bloomberg. May he continue to receive and decieve his constituents.

Simple answer, No

Even if Obama became the greatest president of all time, his third term request would be denied by me. No questions asked.

Let Freedom Ring!!!

As a Wall Street insider, and with the health of the New York economy at stake, maybe the best bailout would be for Bloomberg to put his billions to loan the lenders to end the credit crunch. That is better than spending it on his campaign.

If he does a good job, why not let him be the third term Mayor? Vote for him....

Your all a bunch of children. you write the same hateful comments to every headline in the ticker. your all sheep to obama who have nothing else to say apart from what daily kos tells you (even though most of it is a lie). This blog is by far the worst of all going around.

Republicians – Always want'n to change the rules for personal gain.

GO FOR IT NYC..........BLOOMBERG IS BRILLIANT!

Maybe for Bloomberg but I believe ther should be term limits for these people–40 years for Dole-they all get too comfortable with their position–younger minds are needed.

term limits are there for a reason. They are needed.

I think he deserves it, and has the interest of New York at hand. He is a billionaire who gets paid 1 dollar to be the mayor.

I say give it to him.

He was against it when Giuliani tried it but now he's for it? Methinks he's trying to stay in the spotlight until the 2012 election.

He would be awesome as one of the new Presidents Cabinet members. We could use him to help straighten out the mess we are in.

I would be in favor of this ONLY if the citizens of NY voted to make the change and not just the city council!

NOPE...YOUR TIME IS ALMOST UP.

GOOD BYE....

Sorry...it's time to move on.

Would Bloomberg ask for this if there were a Democrat running New York?

No, he would be screaming at the top of his lungs that two terms are the limit. That they have been the limit for every mayor. That demanding special treatment is not only unfair it is un-American.

What?? It is a Republican asking to be allowed to run until he gets tired of being a mini-King. Well that is a different story. Of course it is OK.

I believe in term limits - maybe we can use Bloomberg's financial expertise in the next administration! It may be a good time for him to make an endorsement, though.

I am on the fence with this one. As a New Yorker I must say that my neighborhood has benefited during his term, however we cannot keep holding on to power while new blood remains untapped. Since the fiscal crisis will have repercussions in New York City, perhaps Mr. Bloomberg could serve just one more term and that's it.

YOUR TIME IS UP MIKEY!

TAKE IT LIKE A MAN!

Even though I like Mayor Bloomberg and I think that he has done a good job for the city of New York, I am against a third term because when politicians start using the economy or natural disasters or wars to justify changing term limits then when will it end?

It is still in the voters hands, if the majority wants him back then he will win if not he won't. Personally, as a resident of the city, I would vote for him.

Two is good enough, and even if you seek re-election and run against.. ah.. i don't know.. Bil Clinton, you won't have chance.

If the people of NYC "voted" for twice to keep term limits to two terms, why is he taking it upon himself to run again. This is what the VOTERS of NYC voted for!!!
To say that he is running for a third term is not right!! Move on and give someone else a chance..

This is why an education is such a necessity, to shift boundaries is the height of indiscipline – regardless of the Mayor's utility – when he terms out, he must go. This is an attempt at a bad example or precedent.

Bloomberg has now proven he's another typical politician – never wanting to vacate the political stage. This is no different than dictators around the world who have had constitutions changed so they could remain in power – Putin in Russia, Mugabe in Zimbabwe, Mseveni in Uganda, Chavez in Venezuela and countless others.

I used to respect mayor Bloomberg!

He doesn't have to be the mayor to help the city. Has he ever thought about Governor?

Obama/Biden

NE M DIAZ!

YOU SHOULD GET A JOB WITH MCCAIN'S CAMPAIGN. YOU ARE AS DELUSIONAL AS THEY ARE.

LATEST WASHINGTON POST / ABC NEWS POLL SHOWS THAT 6 IN 10 AMERICANS HAVE AN UNFAVORABLE OPINION OF PALIN. SHE HAS FALLEN TO A 43% APPROVAL RATING SINCE BEING NAMED TO THE TICKET FROM A 59% APPROVAL RATING FROM SEVERAL WEEKS AGO.

WAKE UP HONEY!

New Yorkers can decide, I dont' have a dog in this hunt.

Obama/Biden 08

Rock on Sarah…………send that thug back to Chicago
–baby moma
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Dear Baby Moma,

The only thugs are the Republicans, and as for sending Senator Obama back to Chicago, I agree. Send him back to pack his bags, because he's going to have a very long stay in Washington, D.C.

Watch for me in January, at the inauguration.

Who is he now? Hugo Chavez? Two terms means two terms, buddy. You can't just change it because you wanna.

He's been a good Mayor – I'd consider it for him but when Gulliani wanted it I would have moved if it had happened.

there are many more good mayors out there give them a chance go away 2 terms are more than enough for one person

I agree, term limits for everyone. Especially Congress. The same people are there 20, 30 years making policy and furthering their friends' interests, and yet we wonder how our economy goes down the tubes.

he has my vote although I'm also in favor of term limits. tough call. whatever be said, hats off to Bloomberg for doing a terrific job in nyc.

You people think a third term is automatic win? What is to keep someone from padding their own pockets if they can't run again? What do they have to lose?

Is he suggesting there is no one like him? That he is the only one that can resolve the problems he says he wants to solve? I certainly do not think so.

when someone requests term limits be suspended for themselves, i find their request questionable.

No! The laws are set. New blood needs to be injected into the process, as has been the point of the constitution at all levels of government.

I'm sure Mayor Bloomberg can continue to be influential even if he's not sitting in this particular seat of power at the time.

Who does he think he is? Chavez pulled the same crap in Venezuela. Term Limits exist for a reason. Run for another elected office if you're so power hungry.

Normally I would be against it, but Mayor Bloomberg has done an outstanding job in this city considering the financial farce going on right now. I would vote for him AGAIN.

I think Mr. Bloomberg is an incredible mayor – I'm so impressed with his life story and his actions on behalf of the city he loves – more cities in this country deserve a mayor with his knowledge, service, and dedication. What better than to have a self-made business tycoon steering the course for the city's development. New York City is blossoming on many fronts under his leadership. I wish him well – and hope that if he does get a 3rd term, NYC citizens realize what a great gift it is to their city.

I was worried that Bush might try that tactic – hey, he still might. If he can get 75 senators to back his kakameemee $1.000.000.000.000,00 pay-off to the tycoons on Wall Street he can surely find enough morons to change the constitution to allow him to continue to f^** up this country for four more years. Isn't he the one who got 77 senators to vote for the Iraq thingy? In the words of a famous actor "HOO – HAW".

Nice!!

OBAMA 08

too late. Who do you think you are, Rudy? He wanted to "save" us after 9/11, and you want to do it after the Wall Street crisis. Too bad. I kow yu are qualified, but the people have spoken on this one.

Typical Democrat posing as a Republican to get elected.

Ever wonder why Liberals have to hide their Liberalism, yet Conservatives are proud that they are Conservatives?

WE NEED TERM LIMITS FOR THE SUPREME COURT.

WHEN YOU ARE 90 AND WEARING "DEPENDS", YOU HAVE NO BUSINESS CASTING A VOTE FOR ANY LAW, MUCH LESS RULING FROM THE BENCH.

ONLY IN AMERICA...THE LAND OF THE FREE AND THE HOME OF THE INSANE!

it doesn't circumvent the voters. he would still have to be elected. and if the law is changed and he wins then it would mean that the voters agree.

If people feel it's not right, then they don't have to vote for him. And they can vote out the council people who voted to extend the term limit. He could be a good thing, or a bad thing for the city, but that's up to the people to decide.

Of course he does. It was not that long ago that he voted in favor of term limits. Now that his is about to expire he wants the law changed.

Typical patehtic politician.

Term limits should definitely be set in the Senate and Congress. No one should be allowed to make laws that affect everyone in this country when they don't even know who the hell they are.

CNN, just posting here because it's the only blog open. You need to not close blogs so quickly, and for heaven's sake, update them MUCH MORE quickly. Allow people to respond to each other comments, not just post a bunch of cheerleading comments for one candidate or the other. That's the whole point of a blog, isn't it?

Bad idea.

Not duplicate.

That's crazy!!!! Right? What is Bloomberg thinking?

Is this a test run for other more important public offices having 3 or more terms???? Doesn't it seem like everyday we hear the next craziest issue??? This one leaves me dumbstruck!

Bad idea.

I voted against him the first time around, but as a NYC resident, think he's the best mayor this city has had in a long time. I hope he stays-

I think term limits should be at the ballot box. If a person has to answer to the voters they tend to do a better job. If a person is good at the job, why not stay?

This is the VERY reason term limits are needed. These people get addicted to power, status, influence, affluence and the limelight. This is a central reason why we have the financial mess in Washington – too clubby = negligence. Bloomberg did impress as someone who wouldn't go gently into his good night.

Rick October 2nd, 2008 1:25 pm ET

Hey Bloomberg….just retire, become a community organizer and a crack dealer and then become the democrat candidate for president in 2012. It seems to be a recipe that works.

Rick you are an imbecile

ABSOLUTLEY NOT..... TWO TERMS ARE ENOUGH.

So does Bush . . . that's why he's supporting McCain/Palin

No more drama: Vote OBAMA.

Teach our kids a lesson – You play by the rules – You don't change them in the middle of the game!!

what in gods name is going on in this great country of ours?

anyone but BUSH MCBUSH MCPALIN III OR IV terms

Personally I think that 2 terms is long enough for any presidential elector being in office. Senators, congressman, mayors and other types of governments have more of a chance to get heard than us the people that they're "defending". Even though this is so, it shouldn't stop us from abiding by and taking advantage of the very first amendment of the constitution, freedom of speech. Go Obama! I have nothing against McCain but i really do believe it's time for a CHANGE!

CNN get back on topics we need to hear more from mcdrill

as long as he's supporting barack obama go for it!!!!

Soory Rudy

This is a blatant attempt to circumbent the will of the voters of NYC, who twice in the past have voted to keep term limits. The idea of allowing the very people who would most benefit from erasing term limits to have the final say in the matter is rediculous. I have no problem with Bloomberg wanting to run for a third term, but he should have introduced a referrendum on last year's ballots to let the voters of NYC decide if we wanted to give him that opportunity.

Nope sorry cause then Bush will be trying for a third time too.

Bloomberg has been a good mayor....you know the founding fathers expressly did not put term limits into the constitution because they felt that doing so would create lame ducks who would either abuse power or not do anything knowing that they are leaving no matter what. Term limits take away some of the ambition to make sure one is doing an exceptional job.

how many of you saying no way or "he's greedy for power" are actually from NYC? bloomberg has done amazing things for this city and is a very successful and popular leader, and it's not like he's been president for 8 years.

i say go for it, I'll vote for him.

I would believe that New Yorkers would have a different take on a "third term,"..........he has stayed at the dance to long.......and by the way......he can't dance.

need term limits period

McCain actually said he wouldn't pick Bloomberg as his running mate because Bloomberg was a staunch supporter of gay rights.

So McCain apparently thought it was better to pick an extremeist anti-choice Alaskan insead.

Can't any of you douchebags learn to spell or construct complete sentences, or are all of you high school dropouts?

I say he should do it. He must be doing a good job in what he's doing so he should give it a third try. You should go for what you want as i always say, and from the looks of it Bloomberg is doing what he wants. He should go for it. Also I think the term should stay at two even though i want him to go for what he wants.

He smells the bailout coming.......and the flow of cash will be north......

I was going to say something. But everyone already said it.

what is he going to ban next in nyc.

Now read my leaps. No. Satisfied?

Actually, Ifill never made the comittee aware of her book when she accepted the moderator position, so you are wrong. It is yet another example of the double standard that exists in the liberal media. They are all clowns

WHAT????? You can't do that! That's not fair! That goes against so many things that make this country great!
No I will not just follow the herd,
Unless it's a mob to lynch Mike Bloomberg!

And this is how it begins......

that 's how dictators start.

Term limits are a good thing. In spite of how good your fish tastes, after two meals, you probably should throw it out.

If Bloomberg is so talented economically, send him to the National Windtunnel to become the new Greenspan.

I have been visiting New York City for over 30 years, staying from a day to a few weeks at a time. Despite 9/11 and the economic situation facing big cities in recent years, NYC has never been more inviting, even comforting.

From an "outsider," this guy is doing an excellent job looking out for one of our true national treasures, the Big Apple. He's got it for life, if you ask me.

no........he is sooooooooooo full of himself...

Bloomberg is a good guy and is probably more qualified than anyone who may replace him.

Release the term-limit law and let him campaign for re-election. If he wins, congrats.

Noooooooooooooooo, George Washington knows that two terms is enough, and if we've learned anything from W. that even two terms is too long.

Captains of Industry like Pickens, Jobs, Gates and Mr. Bershire Hathaway are in it for the long run. Maybe if we made our public leadership positions more flexiable to longevity then the great leaders of successful business enterprises would be attracted to lead the country.

Bloomberg knows how to make money for himself and is doing a great job for the City of New York..why not let the people vote on extending him or not?

Listen to Our Children – have them vote on their future!

I think any government office should have term limits. That includes mayors, govenors, senators, house representatives, vice presidents and presidents. If I am not mistaken only congress does not have term limits and I think they should IMO.

"ENE" where are you getting your numbers? The latest polls show Palin with a 40% favorable, 53% unfavorable rating. As for Bloomberg, does he want to be King of New York. Didn't Guiliani try this after 9/11?

The limit of 2 terms is in place for a reason. Can you even imagine if Bush ran for a 3rd term? Oh wait....he is....along with his pitbull. Too scary for me. Good or not, too long in office can cause power problems that cost the American people.

@ ene m diaz

What poll are you looking at??

bloomberg isn't bad ,he could continue the good job he is already doing but the only problem is that the next mayor after him may not be so good, so adding a 3rd term is risky.

New Yorker's should make the decision.

No Way, Jose!

Well come to Zimbabwe nor wanting to ceed power.

Nope 2 terms is enough...
In fact I would like it all positions were for one six year term, that way no relelection issues and things might get done.
I would support this for Pres. Congress,,,,first and formost, get rid of the log jam worrying about relection.

He must think he's special. I say NO.

Oh no. Two terms is enough. I don't think most New Yorkers would have made it through a 3rd Giulianni term. Mr. Bloomberg may be rich, but that doesn't mean he should get special treatment. He should be treated like everyone else and if everyone else cant get a third term neither should he be able to get what he wants.

He is just another bleeding heart liberal, his agenda should be stopped.

This is totally up to the People of New York!!!!! May God continue to Bless the People of New York and all who live and strive to life there..

Darryl for Obama

I agree with you, if he is anything like bush i dont think alot will get done.....
personally not knowing anything about the debate.... but knowing what was in the past dont need to happen again. Our Economy is already messed up.

Alexis wrote – "NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! Out with the old and in with the new!! If thats the case go ahead and give Clinton a third term, and OHHHHHH! My goodness BUSH having a third term!!! NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!"

Bush is going for a 3rd term, hes called McCain

I think its good because we need the people thats already been there done that. The new people comes inand cant handle the pressure. I think that if we let someone new that has not been trained then we are heading to desater. you have to think about the future. Do we have a bright or a lame future. Well it depend on how we elect politics

Let him run. Term Limits were not part of Original Constitution for Federal Office. Why apply them to State or Municipal level?

I absolutely support this. He is arguably the main reason NYC is still standing on its feet, and considering the expected harsh months and years that would befall NYC's financial health and even solvency, he should be there as mayor to lead.

No way....

I SAY GO FOR IT..............

Wish granted!

I don't know anything about this guy or this topic, I'm doing this because I have to. I think the term thingy should stay 2 terms. I don't think it should go up to 3. I don't know why I think this. I just do. Is this 5-7 sentences yet?

TONIGHT NATIONWIDE THE POLL SHOWS THAT ALL ELEGIBLE USA VOTERS QUESTIONED , 75%, FAVORABLY OPINION TO SARAH PALIN//////////////////////////

He's a good mayor so why not

you want to know what i think. i dont think that they should add a second term. i think they should get rid of the second term and just stick to one term. eliminating the 2nd tem would enable the us to have more of a change in there lives.

First of all CNN, don't leave us hanging like this. Try to have one post open so we can blog.

Thanks,
Loyal Blogger

Rudy's mad because he didn't think of this.

Good, I hope he gets it. NYC needs someone as smart as Bloomberg. We all do. He'd make a good VP.

Clinton/Bloomberg 2012

I say, allow the change. We got a mayor down here in Houston named Bill White. This guy is the bomb. He is one of the best mayors we have had. We have term limits here too. I think we should change them for the individual who proves themselves to be exceptional leaders

Mike, I like you. Especially after you went to Florida to tell people that Obama is not going to do anything to hurt the state of Israel.

I also like the fact that there are rules. And when there are rules, we have to abide by those rules.

Push Obama and you can become Treasury Sec'y or some other high profile person in his administration.

why not? you're rick so chage the rules.

IS HE CRAZY. GOOD MAYOR BUT CRAZY.

McCain's objection to Gwen Ifill is outrageous. Knowledge of this book was well known prior to his approval of the moderator. If he or his staff did not voice an objection then they should keep silent now. To openly admit that they were unaware points out their failure to handle their own campaign. That being the case how can he handle our country. These theatrics only make him look foolish and he should quit while he can save some face.

Hey Bloomberg....just retire, become a community organizer and a crack dealer and then become the democrat candidate for president in 2012. It seems to be a recipe that works.

I would rather steam the wrinkles from my face with a hot iron than vote for Bloomie again!!!
Who the heck does this guy think he is?

And why is is national news?

Mayor Bloomberg don't do it! You see what happened to Mayor Koch. You know how New Yorkers are, love you today, hate you tommorrow. Get out while they still love you dude.

Old man go man rest. There is notthing like 3rd time.

He need to leave too . enough already ! He was ok , but 3 times is not the charm. Is he superman , he's here to rescue N.Y.–Thats what Guliani thoght he was doing and he was a mess

Oh no. Two terms is enough. I don't think most New Yorkers would have made it through a 3rd Giulianni term. Mr. Bloomberg may be rich, but that doesn't mean he should get special treatment. What des he actually plan to accomplish in a 3rd term? And why haven't they begun construction on our beloved towers?

I think it's good. 2 terms are kinda short to put in place some of the long-term plans.

I think that they should allow him to stay.. In times liek this the city needs a leader who is familuar with the city and able to help this city coop with the economic termoil. People are acting as if this has never happened in the history of this city. In fact it has happened three times before. To date Bloomberg has been the best thing for this city. He has introduced many programs that many previous mayors failed to do.

Also, we should note that unlike any other mayor that will come after him his salary is one less thing that the budget commitee has to worry about and in these times that helps a whole lot.

No way the LAW IS THE LAW and it applies to everyboby.
So will bush also ask for a change of the law to run a third term?
Give me break. He's not the only one man in new york who can do a good job. I Hate power usurpation.

I may be from New York and I may like Mike, but seriously, this is the most blatant power grab ever and should not be allowed.

Term limits are there for good reason or people this year might actually have been dumb enough to vote for Bush again. (Though they still might since Bush will live vicariously through McCain.)

YEA so just in case another bush come's along will go through 12 years of term oil.. I think not 8 years was enough...
You just really don't know what can happen.

Bloomberg blew a great chance to become the first Independent President. It is obvious the two major parties have no clue as to how to get us out the fiscal mess, only how to get us deeper into it. Third party, a real one, anyone?

he should, from what i know... he is a great mayor

Term limits are in place for a reason, Mike.

Now way. No how. No McBloomberg!

--has he done anything good for the n.y?

WHO CARES?

The stock market is down 300 points as I type, and the jobs report was absolutely horrible.

GET WITH THE PROGRAM, CNN!

Some places have laws where the term limits can be changed – BUT

The changes have to take place in the next cycle. Don't know what they are in NY. Thing this man has been more honest than most, and definitely more effective. Hope it works out well for him.

No Way! It would encourage too many idiots to do the same.

tell him to go to hell and do his third term there...... You are givimg a lesson to bush right...hahahaha

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! Out with the old and in with the new!! If thats the case go ahead and give Clinton a third term, and OHHHHHH! My goodness BUSH having a third term!!! NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

Well, if he's anything like bush, he'll just change the law to suit him