When the popular kid runs...

So Barb Higgins has decided that she'll run for mayor. What's funny is that at first she said she wouldn't and then she decides she will. Does this bode well? Not sure to be honest.

What this reminds me of is when the super popular kid in school would wait until the last minute to run for student council. They sometimes had good ideas but usually it was an attempt to further elevate their social status.

If she wins she's most likely going to get voted in based on her name alone. She could be a good mayor but you have to wonder how quickly she'll transition back into her roll as a journalist should she fail to make the seat.

Should we be skeptical? Maybe, but then again I require everyone near me to question what is being presented.

What do you think? Should someone run based on their name alone or should they have relevant experience in the position they seek?

Jono