Franklin Park Zoo’s 2012 PreZOOdential candidate:

 

 

Christopher, lion
Platform: Civic pride

 

Christopher the Lion was surprised when he was asked to run again, as everybody knows he is naturally King. However, buying into the democratic process in his old age, he has agreed to campaign with the rest of the candidates to be Zoo President. Christopher is an elder statesman in cat years, and visitors to Franklin Park Zoo are always awed by his roars. He also has a most impressive mane and certainly looks like a leader!

 

From the rocky perch inside his exhibit, Christopher can keep an eye on the Zoo. He is especially proud of the Zoo’s continued progress and is looking forward to a great 2012!