Originally Posted by
YNOTNOW
Hubris ( /ˈhjuːbrɪs/), also hybris, means extreme haughtiness, pride
or arrogance. Hubris often indicates a loss of contact with reality
and an overestimation of one's own competence or capabilities,
especially when the person exhibiting it is in a position of power.
An overestimation of one's own competence...is a perfect way
to describe Szymanski's run for the mayor of Lackawanna. Just because
the last guy set the bar so low, Geoff thinks that this job is up to
his abilities. What he has done with his time on the city council is
the only measuring stick that voters need. Below is a direct quote
from Geoff, taken from the Am-Pol newsletter.
"As a part-time councilman, I have demonstrated the leadership,
ability and vision this community needs. I have a track record of
getting things done. As a full-time mayor, I certainly plan on getting
a lot more done,” said Szymanski.
Now that is hubris!