These Facts About Jerry Springer Prove Why The Worst Show In TV History Is Actually One Of The Best

Before He Was Breaking Up Fights, He Was In Politics

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Springer started out with an impressive political career. He’s a lifelong Democrat who was an advisor for Robert F. Kennedy, ran for Congress in 1970, and even became the mayor of Cincinnati.

He was mayor for one year, but during that time made his mark by presenting Bruce Springsteen and Bob Dylan the key to the city.