The Big Think: Governor Christie and his “Common Denominator”
Ok, the New Jersey Governor is over-weight. It's the basis for much social commentary and discussion. And much of it isn't very nice. And while some people have so well expressed the necessity of "the content of character" as the essence of an individual, the Governor's weight seems to often take center stage as an element that defines his character.
Nonsense.
But there is an interesting aspect of Christie's weight that may in fact work to his advantage. The fact is, in the simplest of terms, his weight is a surrogate to the many and varied struggles that face so much of America today.
Christie's weight might be my friend's battle with quitting smoking.
Christie's weight might be your challenge with work or finding a job.
Christie's weight might be someones fight against addiction.
You see, Christie's weight is, in a way, a shared problem that so many carry with them every day--fat, skinny, rich and poor. The New Jersey Governor has publicly admitted his battle with weight and this reality has helped build a connection with the American rank and file. He's not fat, he's one of us. And this, combined with a powerful political voice will make him a very big man in American politics.