For the first time since . . . anyone can ever recall, Republican Robin Ficker is quiet--something many might label Democrat Craig Rice's first accomplishment as councilmember-elect.  I knew I liked the guy.  Ficker now trails Rice by 41% to 59%.
Essay Question 1:  Ficker constantly claimed that Rice would raise taxes if elected.  Does Rice's election mean that there is a mandate for new taxes?  Discuss.
Essay Question 2: Should David stop blogging when he starts writing essay questions based on the musings of Robin Ficker and taking his ideas seriously?