Arnold is not a stupid man and has only ever been accused of that by the kind of self-righteous folks who think brawn or beauty is fundamentally incapable of coexisting with more than half a brain.

He may not have any ideas whatsoever for improving California (I sure don't think he does), nor a shred of experience to aid in tackling what is a very tough job, but he's also bright enough not to open his mouth and prove it.

As long as the honeymoon lasts, Arnold will avoid serious journalists, serious questions, and certainly won't agree to a debate. If his overwhelming position in the polls starts to slip... well, maybe then.