Being as it's a big election year finding out that a ex-NBA player got ran for political office and got elected isn't all that surprising. The person who won an election was on the other hand. Former Phoenix Suns' star Kevin Johnson was voted in as mayor in Sacramento. Now there are two notable celebrities in office in California. With Arnold as governor and KJ serving as mayor there seems to be a balance of power. The 42-year-old Johnson was not the only athlete to run for office this week either. Others included former Redskins' quarterback Heath Shuler, Baron Hill, former Browns' safety Joey Bowner, ex-college football players Tad Jones and Todd Tomsen, ex-Baltimore Raven Peter Boulware, Indiana Hoosiers player Bob Heaton, and Connie Mack.
Whether running as a Republican or Democrat, admired or disliked the candidates made their voice heard in their given political territories. Of course not all of these athletes got elected, leaving them with the option to run again the next time. Kevin Johnson looks to be put his social values to work in the system. One of his main objectives is to draw in tourism and develop grow in lifestyles for the middle-class. Known as a streaky shooter and a slasher at the basket during his playing days I believe it will make a good fit for Sacramento. As long as he keeps shady individuals out of his staff then he will do okay in his new position. If the former NBA guard is real gracious he may even reserve a spot for his old teammate Charles Barkley. Then again he may never be able to get a word in edge wise either.
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