DC would have run many times prior but the new charter (crafted by friends of RD with his desires in mind) all but made it impossible for anyone but an otherwise unemployed type to become mayor since the charter requires stepping down from a law firm or whatever other life work a truly qualified candidate would otherwise normally have been engaged in. No one qualified will ever run under this current charter, which is why Melrose is stuck with RD until far more damage gets done.
DC may have the experience but he most certainly does not have the backbone. He has had many opportunities to stand up and do the right thing but instead has backed down and opted for doing nothing. He has not been a leader. MM does have backbone and integrity. She also has the humility and common sense to know what she doesn't know and would therefore seek qualified individuals to fill roles outside her expertise.
Excellent points City Charter, I think I will stick with MM, I don't really think this will work but I simply cannot stand to vote for RD. And a write in campaign will publicly send the message that he needs to change his way immediately. He has brought shame to our city by many actions, but most importantly these two OCR complaints. Even if DC gets votes or MM.