Sure Martin O'Malley is getting noticed for his hot bod — but in a culture obsessed with looks he still can’t get the votes

The Maryland governor can't even get support in his own state

Published October 22, 2015 2:49PM (EDT)

Democratic presidential candidate former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley speaks to supporters at his campaign headquarters, Saturday, May 30, 2015, in Des Moines, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall) (AP)
Democratic presidential candidate former Maryland Gov. Martin O'Malley speaks to supporters at his campaign headquarters, Saturday, May 30, 2015, in Des Moines, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall) (AP)

Martin O'Malley has been making headlines for his topless escapades and guitar serenades — but in a culture obsessed with looks the "hottest" democratic candidate still can't get the votes — even in his home state where is polling at 4 percent. Watch to see what it is about O'Malley that seems to be overshadowing his good looks.

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