If Burton kept within his constitutionally-imposed boundaries and limited his involvement in controversial council issues, members might see this as a validation of impeachment--that Burton was bound to be an ineffectual vice president.
But if he tried to do too much too soon, council members might think he was being presumptuous. After all, a majority--but not the required two-thirds--of the council had voted to remove him from office.
In particular, Burton was going to have to stick close to Driskell--who is almost universally liked and respected on council, many members say.
Driskell says that for the most part, Burton has walked this fine line fairly well, though she admits Burton's frankness and sharp humor have gotten him in trouble at times.
"I think John's done a good job," she says. "John's never afraid to speak his own mind."
Turning to Burton and laughing, Driskell says there are times when his off-the-cuff remarks would be better left unsaid.
"Sometimes you say something and I want to take it back for you," she jokes.
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