Asked and Answered
Spoke to District 1 Councilwoman Jacque Robinson a couple weeks back regarding the persistent rumor that an Obama win in November would precipitate her departure for Washington D.C.Jacque told me that if either Obama or Clinton wins, she does want to go witness the inauguration but has no plans beyond that.
During her campaign, Jacque made frequent reference of her participation in Camp Obama, and said she's read the rumors floating around with "amusement." "That offer hasn't been made to me," she said. "No, as far as I'm concerned, I'm in Pasadena until 2011."
No one would blame Ms. Robinson if she took a position in Washington DC with either the Obama or Clinton administration. It would be a once in a life opportunity, she's young, single and the sky is the limit for her. You have to snatch the brass ring when it's in front of you.
Why shouldn't Jacque take a job in DC if the opportunity is there. The community would be proud to see her advance through politics on the fast track. We would never criticize her for improving her lot in life.