Bernhard Goetz, the 1980s vigilante who shot four black teenagers, is running for Mayor of New York.

July 5, 2001 8:07 PM

Bernhard Goetz, the 1980s vigilante who shot four black teenagers, is running for Mayor of New York. And he likes squirrels. Really, really likes squirrels. As a resident of New York City, can I just say YIKES! (Thanks to Ross)
posted by logovisual (5 comments total)

I'd vote for him just because of the squirrel thing. No other reason.
posted by davidmsc at 8:11 PM on July 5, 2001

the good thing is, if does become mayor, all the cops will be allowed REAL firepower.

yumm... this much closer to a childhood dream realized.
posted by jcterminal at 8:12 PM on July 5, 2001

I seem to recall the Beastie Boys namechecking ol' Bernie on Paul's Boutique. I wonder if he can claim that as a de facto endorsement.
posted by Optamystic at 8:39 PM on July 5, 2001

Optamystic
I seem to recall the Beastie Boys namechecking ol' Bernie on Paul's Boutique. I wonder if he can claim that as a de facto endorsement.

You're right. The lyrics go:

"French trench coat wing tip going to work
Pulling a train like Captain Kirk
Pick pocket gangsters paying their debts
Caught a bullet in the lung from Bernie Goetz"

I wonder if it counts as a William Shatner endorsement, too
posted by matteo at 4:45 AM on July 6, 2001