Well, Randy Shaw apparently got the news that the Gavster's strategists are looking into the possibility of running for the Democratic nomination for the gubenatorial race next year. He writes in Beyond Chron:

The prospect of a tossup primary followed by an easy general election victory is no doubt what is motivating the Newsom camp to look closely at the race. The Mayor’s ambitions for higher office have been no secret, and if he passes on the 2006 race he would have to wait until 2010 to move up the political ladder.

By that time both Fabian Nunez and Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa will have the inside path to both the Senate and Governor’s offices. Politics is all about timing, and Newsom may well conclude that 2006 is the best opportunity he will ever have to make his move.

As pointed out over at the Usual Suspects, it's: "An opinion on where Mayor Newsom is looking. An OPINION, people. Calm down." Still, you just know that fair Gavin want's to be the best San Francisco Mayor ever, and by that, we mean somebody who actually uses the post to move on to higher office. Historical precedent dictates that he'll term out and then become an installation on Phil Matier's show.

In other news, Bloomberg blows air-kisses in Gavin's direction by proxy.

Best. Picture. Evar. by Matt Cohen of 1115.