Books - #? Governor Martin H. Glynn Forgotten Hero by Dominick C. Lizzi

Good story. Very interesting reading.

Here is the problem with good stories. Sometimes one wonders if an author forsakes credibility in an effort to deify the subject.

Governor Glynn obtained the sought after New York State governorship because Governor Sulzer was removed from office. Sulzer appeared to have demanded political independence after he was elected; the powers that had Sulzer elected then bitterly sought his removal - serious flaws were found in the management of his affairs. Sulzer made a mistake, but it was not for this mistake he was removed from office - or so it would appear.

Knowing that political machines had managed the removal of Sulzer because he refused to conform his decisions to other powers did not motivate Glynn to honestly state the case in spite of the fact that it would be Glynn to take Sulzer's place once he was removed as Governor.

The whole thing smacked of plot. However, perhaps Glynn was actually stumped as to a proper means of explaining the Sulzer affair? This is doubtful as Glynn was a master communicator as the owner, editor and publisher of the Times-Union. Was Glynn's ego such that he assumed his popularity would overshadow the means of obtaining office? Perhaps Glynn held his tongue due to his position. That would be questionable.

Governor Glynn's achievements after obtaining the office seem to substantiate his ability to get things done. Had he only spoken as clearly about the methods employed by those who wanted Sulzer out of office it would certainly have been a different story.

Regardless, it was an excellent read, an excellent story. I think that in spite of his few errors, I would have liked and respected Governor Glynn.