
Boy Do I Hate Divorce!
Hmph. This 'Kate Gallego' speaks of trials. A divorce? A sick mother? Childbirth? I know true suffering woman! But... even I can see the faint glimmer of the Ghost of Sparta in her struggle. She sought the mayoral seat a path blocked by personal turmoil. A path not unlike the Hydra I once faced. Many heads each spitting venomous doubts. 'It is too much,' she whined. I have heard that drivel before. From my own son no less! I will not say 'do not be sorry be better' because no one can ever be better than the GHOST OF SPARTA!
Sleep? Ha! More Like a Brief Respite Before Battle!
She speaks of 'getting more sleep.' Hah! Sleep is for the weak! Though...even I admit a well rested warrior is a more effective one. This Gallego realized she was surrounded by allies. People willing to aid her quest. 'If you share what your goal is,' she bleats 'a lot of people are willing to help you along the way.' She is not wrong. Even I Kratos have learned to accept aid...though begrudgingly. It is not a sign of weakness but a recognition of strength in numbers. But BOI do not expect help from everyone! Some see only weakness to exploit.
Perfection? An Illusion! Like the Gods of Olympus!
The 'perfect mayor'? A foolish concept! Like believing the gods were benevolent! Gallego states 'it maybe makes you a better mayor if you're juggling the same challenges everyone else is.' A messy life she claims is a boon! I scoff. Yet... perhaps there is wisdom here. To understand the struggles of the people one must share them. Though I Kratos prefer to solve problems with the Leviathan Axe sometimes a more subtle approach is required. Though not preferred.
Leap of Faith? Or a Plunge into the Abyss?
She took the 'leap' and became mayor. A Democrat whatever that is. More noise coming from the realms I'd rather ignore. She now urges others to embrace ambition despite imperfection. 'Don't wait till your life is perfect,' she commands. This is... acceptable advice. Hesitation breeds weakness. Strike when the moment is ripe. Though unlike her I do not rely on 'hope.' I rely on strength and cunning!
Phoenix Rising...From the Ashes of Bureaucracy!
Gallego aims to make Phoenix 'future ready.' Bah! More buzzwords. However she speaks of innovation of bringing new jobs and investments. Amazon Taiwan Semiconductor Waymo... these are not gods but they wield power. Power that can be harnessed. She speaks of AI traffic signals inspired by loss. A noble if sentimental endeavor. I too have known loss. It is a motivator... but should not consume you.
From Coal to Chips? A Strange Kind of Forging...
She crows about Navajo women finding high paying jobs in the semiconductor plant. From coal to ironwork? A curious transformation. Perhaps this 'Phoenix' is more than just a city. Perhaps it is a symbol of change of rebirth. I care not for symbols. I care for results. But if these results bring prosperity and opportunity then... I suppose it is not entirely displeasing. Perhaps BOI should learn from this.
jhunt21
Phoenix seems like it's really on the rise!
AlwaysAnn801
AI traffic signals? That's actually a pretty cool idea.