Firstly I would like to extend my congratulations to Karl on his 5000+ vote win over one of Tennessee's most recognized political names. While I may not have supported his campaign; I will support him as leader of my city... AS LONG as he does as he promised.
So, Karl! Accept My Concessions (Hell its politics, Its always a War to the End...) on the understanding, I'm holding you to making our schools better. I believe you intend to do so.
Thats all I can muster for tonight...
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Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Saturday, September 1, 2007
active campaigning anyone?
I spent the day today following bob around town.
I started with a listen to Howard Gentry's radio show this morning. Bob did well. Karl did well. Kind of what I expected...
I have two questions though...
1) When did Nashville Become a Baseball Town?
2) When did Nashville Become a Hockey Town?
We have a football stadium that is packed every Sunday... why are we sooooo Focused on the sounds and the preds? both seem to be long failing business ventures. Hell, the Preds have been one of the top ranked NHL teams for the past 5 years; But they can't sell out a home season. This should be a sign of the lack of viability of Hockey in this town. Same thing goes for the Sounds.
Now as a Born Nashvillian the sounds do have a special place in my heart; and one day I want to take my year and a half old son to a few baseball games (and hockey too!). But I don't want to pay for the option to have these sports at the expense of his schooling.
Then we went to the Scottsboro Community Club; Where Good Food, Good Folks, and Good Music all came together to support their community (and for the most part supporting Bob as well). Karl Dean was no where to be found.
Lastly was a visit to LP Field for the TSU tailgating. After an hour of sitting in a fairly empty parking lot; we parted ways. It was definitely a productive day; Bob Seemed to be busy schmoozing with voters...
So heres the point of the title of this Blog post Does Karl Dean know what he's Doing? Is he actively campaigning for real Nashvillians votes? What Political Strategy is he using; "buy the race" or "Let it rest in hopes of not losing votes"?
or is he sitting around waiting for Bob to accept his Debate Challenge?
think about it for a minute...
The window is well shaded at least...
I started with a listen to Howard Gentry's radio show this morning. Bob did well. Karl did well. Kind of what I expected...
I have two questions though...
1) When did Nashville Become a Baseball Town?
2) When did Nashville Become a Hockey Town?
We have a football stadium that is packed every Sunday... why are we sooooo Focused on the sounds and the preds? both seem to be long failing business ventures. Hell, the Preds have been one of the top ranked NHL teams for the past 5 years; But they can't sell out a home season. This should be a sign of the lack of viability of Hockey in this town. Same thing goes for the Sounds.
Now as a Born Nashvillian the sounds do have a special place in my heart; and one day I want to take my year and a half old son to a few baseball games (and hockey too!). But I don't want to pay for the option to have these sports at the expense of his schooling.
Then we went to the Scottsboro Community Club; Where Good Food, Good Folks, and Good Music all came together to support their community (and for the most part supporting Bob as well). Karl Dean was no where to be found.
Lastly was a visit to LP Field for the TSU tailgating. After an hour of sitting in a fairly empty parking lot; we parted ways. It was definitely a productive day; Bob Seemed to be busy schmoozing with voters...
So heres the point of the title of this Blog post Does Karl Dean know what he's Doing? Is he actively campaigning for real Nashvillians votes? What Political Strategy is he using; "buy the race" or "Let it rest in hopes of not losing votes"?
or is he sitting around waiting for Bob to accept his Debate Challenge?
think about it for a minute...
The window is well shaded at least...
Monday, August 27, 2007
You Want Coverage... Heres Your Coverage!
First off you gotta go here if you wanna watch the videos!
Now Enjoy
Opening Statements:
Karl Dean: A clear Choice between him and Bob?
Married with 3 kids.
Public Education first. (my question... why are your children in Private schools if the public schools matter?)
Bob Clement: Former Congressman for TN
Former College President
Former Chair Congressional Education Council
For Educational reform; and accountability.
Also believes that blindly throwing money into our schools is not the answer.
(non answer)
***Dean Licks his Lips.. ALOT... this is a tell for a person lying... just an FYI...***
(Kinda avoided it there. But I think his purpose was to say we can utilize our current funding to make the repairs while diverting other funds to develop a feasible mass transit system)
(ZAP! POW! ZING! *for those who never watched batman those are the noises made in a good fight*)
{not sure I like this bus idea.}
(I am really getting sick of this attorney talking about running a clean race and then shoving a fist in bob's mouth every chance he gets. I personally think Bob was an AMAZING congressman; and have a feeling a majority of Nashvillians will be validating that they feel the same very soon.)
(good... I never said he was horrible. but he's not MY mayor...)
(and good)
(I'd like to see if we could start out with the kids here first... Just a thought)
(I Like it... hopefully bob will steal it. =P )
(and nope... just pulled the rug out from under Karl that's all...)
Good and Good. I still like the Idea of a Duel use Baseball Stadium/Amphitheater at the thermal site.
(interesting... but I'm kinda sick of not getting to hear an answer to the question because this lawyer wants to bicker and argue all night...)
( KNOCK OUT!)
(took you LONG ENOUGH TO COMMIT DUDE... and one thing... in a debate; you should act professional and keep your cool... your not arguing with your legal partners. k? k! )
BCR: Homeless is becoming a difficult problem. They are getting younger; and tend to have more addictions. we've got to work together to solve the problem. I expect the homeless to work (with us) to get involved and help to take accountability for their own lives. (we've got to get them) where they can do more for themselves.
Wireless City:
KD:I think there is a lot of benefit to being a wireless city. But it would have to be within the budget. I cannot make that commitment without seeing the budget. Maybe we could get the private sector to offer us this option; not out of altruism but out of a commitment to make a profit.
BC: I think Karl said it well; because that is a MAJOR expenditure. My two top priorities are public education and safety. And they go hand in hand. We've got to work to set priorites; we've got to bring about reform. And thats why I'm going to audit each department. I want to know how it works. I want to know how efficient it is. I want to know what changes we need to make to make this city what you want.
KDR:Back to the issue; in terms of priorities. we should focus on our kids having the best technology in schools; before we have wireless throughout the city. We also need to work to make sure our kids have the best possible training where if they are going into a vocation they have the best computer training available.
Affordable Housing:
For those of you who assumed I was just taking sides in the last post... read the highlighted area... we don't need to build... we need to renovate. biggggg cost difference.
BC:Low income affordable housing. The average price of a home in Nashville (to BUILD) over $190,000 alot of people can't do that anymore. I know Ken Eaton when he was in our Forums he really spoke out about that. A lot of people have great ideas about the future and low income affordable housing; what we've got to do is take these ideas and run with them. I like to take Idea's and put 'em into action. We can do great things in Nashville and take Nashville from good to great.
and listen to that he even gives credit to people for their ideas... maybe thats why I back Bob... He's a down to earth guy.
Now my question is... Where are his democratic supporters when he needs them?
Did Davidson County go red? or did it go green?
oh... does anybody know when it will rain again?
Now Enjoy
Opening Statements:
Karl Dean: A clear Choice between him and Bob?
Married with 3 kids.
Public Education first. (my question... why are your children in Private schools if the public schools matter?)
Bob Clement: Former Congressman for TN
Former College President
Former Chair Congressional Education Council
For Educational reform; and accountability.
Also believes that blindly throwing money into our schools is not the answer.
1.) Corporate Relocations:(this is the key to Keeping businesses in Davidson County. Work with the corporations; but don't be a shill for them.)
Bob Clement: The Fact is these businesses are moving to Nashville, but only the Nashville AREA. We don't want to give away the store; but we've got to sit down and negotiate with these companies to get them to settle in Davidson County. Thats what I'll do.
Karl Dean: Nashville has done very well in the last 4 years in getting corporations to settle in Nashville. Louisiana Pacific and Other Companies have built corporate offices in our downtown.(so Karl thinks we're doing fine... everything is Great... NICE)
45% of those new jobs are in Davidson County. the other 55% of expansion is spread out throughout the 9 surrounding counties.
Bob Clement; Rebutt: Karl the Fact is a lot of the Jobs ARE NOT here in Nashville. I believe in Regional economic growth and development but we have to strengthen the economic core in Davidson County to keep our taxes low, first.(i believe bob is right here... As a matter of fact 55% are not Davidson County Residents by Karl's numbers. Also a region without a strong base community{Davidson County} is bound to economically cave in on itself)
2.) Involving Young People in Politics:(non answer)
Karl Dean: When Elected I can get youth in politics because I will be a new administration; with young blood and younger faces.
Bob Clement: Nashville is a young persons paradise. We have a brand name; Music City USA; we need to expand on that as well. Young People come here without a job because they know Nashville is a young persons paradise. We can do better. I'm going to recruit in the US and All over the World; to utilize my contacts {to reach out to all Nashvillians} and move Nashville from good to great.
(non answer)
Dean Rebutt: We need to keep our tax base low. It is my goal to keep our tax base as low as possible. I have never voted for a tax increase.(But you've signed an approval on two... I HAVE THE DOCUMENTS)
Congressman Clement has; as a congressman. And I have not made a pledge not to raise taxes.(we know... because you will if you deem it necessary)
***Dean Licks his Lips.. ALOT... this is a tell for a person lying... just an FYI...***
3.) City Infrastructure:
BC:Transportation and Infrastructure is my bread and butter. That's a way we can build Nashville, but we also have to make sure it's safe. Sure you have to make it safe, and sure you have to fund it, but I'm also going to put a lot of emphasis on public transit and mass transit. thats a quality of life issue.
(Kinda avoided it there. But I think his purpose was to say we can utilize our current funding to make the repairs while diverting other funds to develop a feasible mass transit system)
On the Tax Comment, Karl, as a congressman I have raised taxes; but I have given my fair share of tax cuts as well. It's all about responsible budgeting. and when I left congress we had a balanced budget. I was on the budget committee and I worked very diligently to keep the U.S. moving forward.
(ZAP! POW! ZING! *for those who never watched batman those are the noises made in a good fight*)
KD: we need to be aware of how we maintain our roads and bridges. we also need to look into how we maintain our water and sewer systems there are aging pipes in Nashville.(buses equiped with the tech to make a light turn green as the bus approaches...{won't this make wait times longer for vehicular traffic?})
I am very interested in public transportation. I've proposed rapid bus transit.
This transit will encourage all Nashvillians to utilize mass transit.
{not sure I like this bus idea.}
BCR: I have secured funds previously for mass transit. Also Walking trails, bicycle paths and our commuter rail. That is a part of our future; mass transit.
Illegal Immigration
KD:I support sheriff hall's 287 g program. to me it is a fundamental part of the justice system. we need to know who they are and where there from. If somebody is here in violation of the law they should be turned over to our INS services. We need to be welcoming and diverse.
BC: We are a friendly city; we are a diverse city. I am for Legal immigration. I do not support illegal immigration. We are the only county to have a 287g program in Tennessee; and I will work with sheriff hall to get all the federal funding we need to continue this program.
KDR:Illegal immigration is largely a federal government issue. Congressman Clement has been a part of the problem as a member of the federal goverment in the past.
(I am really getting sick of this attorney talking about running a clean race and then shoving a fist in bob's mouth every chance he gets. I personally think Bob was an AMAZING congressman; and have a feeling a majority of Nashvillians will be validating that they feel the same very soon.)
Recruiting Teachers:
BC:As I said earlier we've got to improve our education system. when it comes to expenditure per pupil we are the highest school district in the state of TN. We are also one of only two school districts that can be taken over by the state government. I will not let the state government take over Nashville's schools because I will correct the issues with our schools. I will bring reform and accountability to the education system in Nashville; and I will make sure the people get their monies worth, of our education dollars spent.He's got the connections at the state and federal level... We should see what he can do.
KD: To keep businesses and families in davidson county we need our schools should be some of the best in Tennessee. We should be recruiting the best teachers here. I am committed to making sure the schools in davidson county are exceeding the performance of the schools in the surrounding counties.How?
BCR: I want to improve the school system. It has to happen; and we've got to pick up the pace.Agreed.
Public Art:
KD: I actually do Like it. (In reference to the "Ghost Ballet..." modern art piece on the riverfront now) I think the best view is going down Broadway towards the river. The issue is this a proper expenditure; and I think yes. We have a fund for public art; and we should use it.
(good... I never said he was horrible. but he's not MY mayor...)
BC:Ghost Ballet. I was there at the grand opening. Its sort of a roller coaster to heaven. I have a real appreciation for music and art. Schermerhorn; our symphony; its unbelievable what we have here. I got legislation passed at the federal level to increase funding for the arts in schools. And I'll tell you having these arts classes in schools is a good thing for your children; because it opens up that creative side(of the brain)
(and good)
KDR:I think Nashville is a great city and a city of the future. you become a city of the future by attracting creative people. we need to continue to do that.
(I'd like to see if we could start out with the kids here first... Just a thought)
Environmentally friendly Public Transportation:
BC:I support Alternative fuel sources. I would like to make our area more environmentally sensitive. I don't know how many of you have seen Al Gore's movie(an inconvenient truth... Very much worth the watch)
but we need to face it Global Warming is REAL.(GO BOB!)
We need to take this seriously. Yes, I would work with the state and federal government to make sure Nashville Has clean Air and Clean Water. We also have to work with our surrounding cities and counties as well.(Awesome Answer!)
KD: Mayor Purcell has said that we want to meet Kyoto Protocols. I support that. We need to build our buildings in a way so that we have the most efficient buildings. We need to use alternative fuels in our vehicles especially if they can save us money. We need to make more room for green ways and green space.
(I Like it... hopefully bob will steal it. =P )
BCR: Parks and Green ways are critically important to our future. I was the co-author of the national legislation for green ways and bicycle paths all over the country. I wanted them in Nashville and I want to connect them now. I see Green ways and Bicycle Paths as an environmentally friendly issue that we need to focus on for our kids and our families.
(and nope... just pulled the rug out from under Karl that's all...)
Personal Involvement in Non Profit Groups:Awesome... I hope he can continue to help lead these groups to further success in our Area. Karl seems like the perfect leader of a non profit group that works on rehabilitating convicts and their families.
KD: I was on the board of United Cerebral Palsy of Tennessee for many years. I was interested in helping. Another organization I've been involved with is reconciliation ministries. They work with the families and children of inmates. I'd like to end the cycle of crime.
BC: Girl Scouts; Boy Scouts; Oasis Center. With Habitat for Humanity I hold the worlds record for fastest built house; I put a team together and we built that house in 4 hours 39 minutes and 8 seconds. That house is still standing and that family still lives there. I'm going to create an office of volunteerism where our community can unite and make a difference in peoples lives.Also Great
KDR: I served on the board of the Oasis Center and they do a great job. I want to manage the budget in a reasonable fashion and I do not want to add more bureaucracy; which i believe an office of volunteerism would do. We have an organization in Nashville Called Hands On Nashville; which really does everything bob wants his office of Volunteerism to do. I would rely on the private non profit sector to handle that.Mehhh.... wouldn't we be better off having a government organization to back and organize these local non-profits. Karl your arguement is flawed to say the least.
Public Private Partnership:
BC: We need a new convention center. We should utilize our tourism tax to pay for it.
Number 2 is baseball. a lot of families cannot afford to take their family to Tennessee Titans Game; But they can afford a ticket to a baseball game. Lets at least consider the 14 acres at the old thermal plant site. lets look at all of our options in the future.
Good and Good. I still like the Idea of a Duel use Baseball Stadium/Amphitheater at the thermal site.
KD: As I've stated I have no intentions to increase property taxes. I think we need to look at different sources of revenue; particularly help from the state. we also need to enhance our position concerning sales tax. The convention center will help do that. We will see a return on a convention center when our visitors go out to eat and go shopping in Nashville.True to form, but nothing new to the plan.
BCR: Karl said he didn't have any intention to increase property taxes. I have pledged NOT to increase taxes and Karl will not join me in that pledge. you know how much that tax has generated in the last 8 years? $250,000,000 dollars. Thats 50% increase in the last 8 years. I think you deserve a break.Bob... Please don't! he's gonna get angry and all flustered... I'm kinda afraid he might bite 'cha.
Workforce Development:
KD: I would first inform TDOC that they have a responsibility to release inmates who have job training; educational training; and all substance abuse issues resolved. We can't have a revolving door of crime; and this is a state responsibility. As Bob has said; I won't take a pledge because I think a pledge is a gimmick. As it stands the only people who can increase taxes are the voters of davidson county. What is your pledge?
(interesting... but I'm kinda sick of not getting to hear an answer to the question because this lawyer wants to bicker and argue all night...)
BC: Karl your the one who wrote the legal opinion that the people don't have a voice when it comes to property tax increases. I've also asked you what is your personal opinion about your legal opinion that the people don't have a right to a voice when it comes to tax increases.
( KNOCK OUT!)
KDR: The Metro Council asked for my opinion. it was my legal judgement. The referendum has now passed; and I am going to follow that law.
BCR: theres a difference between being a lawyer and a leader. I intend to LEAD Nashville forward in the next four years.(Nice... Dean is now Furious!)
KDR: I'll be a leader and I'm not going to raise taxes period.
(took you LONG ENOUGH TO COMMIT DUDE... and one thing... in a debate; you should act professional and keep your cool... your not arguing with your legal partners. k? k! )
Homelessness
BC: Homelessness has become a major issue in this city. We have some homeless that are aggressive panhandlers. Most homeless are not that way; but some are and that concerns me. The solution is to offer the homeless facilities where they could be safe and secure; as well as get the help they need.
KD:I would support the "Help! Don't Give" Program. I separate Homelessness from Panhandling. Panhandling lessens the quality of life downtown; and it makes it harder for us to do business downtown. I did the homeless plunge. I believe we need to focus on Subtance Abuse; Mental illness; or just Down on there luck individuals and help them get out of the state they are in.
BCR: Homeless is becoming a difficult problem. They are getting younger; and tend to have more addictions. we've got to work together to solve the problem. I expect the homeless to work (with us) to get involved and help to take accountability for their own lives. (we've got to get them) where they can do more for themselves.
Wireless City:
KD:I think there is a lot of benefit to being a wireless city. But it would have to be within the budget. I cannot make that commitment without seeing the budget. Maybe we could get the private sector to offer us this option; not out of altruism but out of a commitment to make a profit.
BC: I think Karl said it well; because that is a MAJOR expenditure. My two top priorities are public education and safety. And they go hand in hand. We've got to work to set priorites; we've got to bring about reform. And thats why I'm going to audit each department. I want to know how it works. I want to know how efficient it is. I want to know what changes we need to make to make this city what you want.
KDR:Back to the issue; in terms of priorities. we should focus on our kids having the best technology in schools; before we have wireless throughout the city. We also need to work to make sure our kids have the best possible training where if they are going into a vocation they have the best computer training available.
Affordable Housing:
KD: affordable housing comes in a number of levels. First the Homeless. If people are truly homeless and need help getting on their feet again; affordable housing is a part of that.It's also important for low-income and middle income people who are performing important jobs. We need to work with non-profits to make sure we are building a good pool of affordable housing.
For those of you who assumed I was just taking sides in the last post... read the highlighted area... we don't need to build... we need to renovate. biggggg cost difference.
BC:Low income affordable housing. The average price of a home in Nashville (to BUILD) over $190,000 alot of people can't do that anymore. I know Ken Eaton when he was in our Forums he really spoke out about that. A lot of people have great ideas about the future and low income affordable housing; what we've got to do is take these ideas and run with them. I like to take Idea's and put 'em into action. We can do great things in Nashville and take Nashville from good to great.
and listen to that he even gives credit to people for their ideas... maybe thats why I back Bob... He's a down to earth guy.
Now my question is... Where are his democratic supporters when he needs them?
Did Davidson County go red? or did it go green?
oh... does anybody know when it will rain again?
Sunday, August 26, 2007
Gettin Props from the Man is SWHEET!
Nice!
whatch this
Mayoral Debate 08/25/07 Click Affordable Housing question link
Its alwhays cool when not only does a politician have a good idea, but they are whilling to embrace others good ideas. Thanks for the Name Drop Bob!
P.s. Even if it doesn't help here is an explanation of our(the Eatons) Affordable Housing Plan.
1. Stop Building New Houses and Communities using Government housing funds.
2. takes the Federal/State Funds And allocate them towards repairing blighted homes in blighted areas.
3. Use these funds to REPAIR these Blighted homes; as well as to purchase these homes (which run from $20,000- $60,000 as opposed to a new build of $90,000-$190,000) to resell to those who need low cost affordable housing.
This isn't a Karl Dean Style plan for a reason... A person who can't afford a $190,000 Home {or the outrageous property taxes on a $190,000 home per year} isn't a part of Karl Dean's Nashville. Those of you who are smart enough to read this NEED To realize DEAN is going to further separate the Haves in our City From the Have Nots.
Call Me Elitist... Call me a Dumb Redneck.... But I don't Want a Northern Born, gold-digging attorney running my town. Something gives me a feeling people in my economic bracket (that would be dirt poor at this moment in time) are going to be left out in the cold during a Karl Dean Administration.
Anywhay.... (I'm going to start using wh {as in which} instead of w {as in want}... its just more fun that whay) I whill have further commentary on this when I feel like it... but at least whanted to thank Bob and his organization for the familial 'props'!
whatch this
Mayoral Debate 08/25/07 Click Affordable Housing question link
Its alwhays cool when not only does a politician have a good idea, but they are whilling to embrace others good ideas. Thanks for the Name Drop Bob!
P.s. Even if it doesn't help here is an explanation of our(the Eatons) Affordable Housing Plan.
1. Stop Building New Houses and Communities using Government housing funds.
2. takes the Federal/State Funds And allocate them towards repairing blighted homes in blighted areas.
3. Use these funds to REPAIR these Blighted homes; as well as to purchase these homes (which run from $20,000- $60,000 as opposed to a new build of $90,000-$190,000) to resell to those who need low cost affordable housing.
This isn't a Karl Dean Style plan for a reason... A person who can't afford a $190,000 Home {or the outrageous property taxes on a $190,000 home per year} isn't a part of Karl Dean's Nashville. Those of you who are smart enough to read this NEED To realize DEAN is going to further separate the Haves in our City From the Have Nots.
Call Me Elitist... Call me a Dumb Redneck.... But I don't Want a Northern Born, gold-digging attorney running my town. Something gives me a feeling people in my economic bracket (that would be dirt poor at this moment in time) are going to be left out in the cold during a Karl Dean Administration.
Anywhay.... (I'm going to start using wh {as in which} instead of w {as in want}... its just more fun that whay) I whill have further commentary on this when I feel like it... but at least whanted to thank Bob and his organization for the familial 'props'!
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Legal Changes? or Standard Practice?
Questioning The Very Basis Of Our Legal System?
Jeff Woods sits down with Bob Clement and gets some answers as to why his campaign is linking Karl Dean to Paul Dennis Reid:
According to this new interpretation from Clement, the real problem is not that Dean represented the accused but that he did it well. “...His nickname is ‘Magic,’ ” Clement claims. “Karl Dean, they call him ‘Magic’ because he’s gotten people light sentences and was able to get people out who ought not to be out on the streets again.” Here’s more from the interview:
Scene: “So because someone has been public defender, is that person disqualified from serving as mayor?”
Clement: “No, I’m very supportive of public defenders. But I’m talking about people who have committed heinous crimes.”
Scene: “So they’re the ones who shouldn’t get a fair trial?”
Clement: “No, they should get representation.”
Scene: “Just not very good representation?”
Clement: “Well, you gotta use some common sense and good judgment. These people are a threat to society. Aren’t you doing them a favor by keeping them incarcerated and locked up? You’ve got cases where certain people should not be back on the street because of their record and the number of their crimes. That’s where the public defender and the prosecutor and all should come to the table and say, ‘If this person gets out, we’re going to have trouble. This person is going to do it again, and how many more lives do they have to destroy?’ ”
Scene: “What you’re saying, Congressman, is that if a guy is bad enough, what the public defender should do is just lay down and toss in the towel? What should Dean have done?”
Clement: “Represent them, No. 1, but No. 2, be sensitive to the community. Share information with the prosecution. You’re doing the person a favor by incarcerating them rather than turning them back onto the street where they can commit horrible crimes again.”
To counter Clement’s barbs, Dean is airing a TV ad featuring an endorsement from A.A. Birch, the first black chief justice of the Tennessee Supreme Court. “He fought honorably for his clients, and he never gave up,” says Birch, who retired last year.
Dean himself says, “It’s a criminal justice system where your job is to represent the client and do what’s best for him and they’re guaranteed that by the Constitution. They’re guaranteed a vigorous, zealous defense.”
Wonder how the Bill of Rights would fare in Clement’s polls?
Firstly I will answer your question. Fairly well thank you! it has for nearly 20 years!
next step... It is common practice for the sharing of information between the defense and the prosecution; to assume otherwise is to deny the truth of the changes in modern America.
Now to properly defend Bob, let me explain what he's saying clearly and concisely for those who think he's the next Bush. In the modern process Defense Attorneys (especially PUBLIC Defense attorneys) co-operate with the prosecution as if their client is guilty; to give their client a chance to plea bargain for the easiest, lightest sentence possible. Evidence sharing is required by the court as any evidence withheld from the prosecution could be detrimental to the prosecutions case. NOW, that said Bob is back tracking because he can't Say KARL is a part of the problem because he's a MODERN attorney... But to deny standard practice as if it is improbable and unconstitutional is incorrect. Attorneys have been doing this for years; ever wonder why a defense attorney knows everyone in the court??? ITS A MONEY GAME!
Bob's best line of defense is to reword his statement as opposed to lose votes; for coming out and attacking Karl for being an attorney. (which in this day in age is a fairly deplorable position...)
secondly; what happened to the original question?
Why did Nashvillians pay for a trial in Montgomery County?
the sun is shining in today. Its too damn hot for sun, and my blinds are too short.
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
not much change on the way.
today was a sad day.
Buck Dozier Endorsed... COUNCIL AT LARGE ONLY!
Thanks buck... that helps sway the vote either way!
Buck can we expect a mayoral endorsement anytime soon?
Jeff Woods Is on the Defensive. Only not with attacks. Jedi Mind tricks abound. =P
I personally Liked his "I will not increase Taxes" everyone keeps making pappy Bush comparisons without realizing the difference in federal governing principles and metropolitan governing principles. It is fairly easy to avoid a property tax increase; plan and allocate your budget where it is needed the most. Waste not want not!
and lastly WTF!
I remember some HOT ASS Days back when I was in school. I didn't get half the day off!!! Whats the deal? are our kids getting soft? or is it another sign of global warming?
Buck Dozier Endorsed... COUNCIL AT LARGE ONLY!
Thanks buck... that helps sway the vote either way!
Dozier Endorses
From Michael Cass:
Outgoing Metro councilman and former mayoral candidate Buck Dozier has endorsed Jerry Maynard for an at-large council seat.
“Jerry and I got to know one another during the most recent campaign cycle,” Dozier said in a news release. “In that time, I have grown to respect Jerry as a man of integrity and ideas, someone who is not afraid to tackle the tough challenges of improving our local schools and making our neighborhoods safer. … I believe Jerry will be a welcome addition to the Metro Council as a voice of reason and common sense.”
Dozier and Maynard had at least one campaign consultant, Mike Kopp, in common this year.
SEE ALSO: The City Paper
Buck can we expect a mayoral endorsement anytime soon?
Sean Still Endorses Dean... Dude you know Clement is a life long Dem right?Massachusetts Liberal
The video from the Channel 4 Debate is now available online. If you didn't get a chance to watch it, I recommend you check it out over there. One segment, which I found to be the best, was when Karl Dean turned Bob Clement's carpet-bagging question around on him:
Jeff Woods Is on the Defensive. Only not with attacks. Jedi Mind tricks abound. =P
Dean Strikes Back
Posted by Jeff Woods (08.21.07, 9:49 AM)
It was the Karl Dean his supporters must have been waiting for. After taking it on the chin all month from Clement on taxes and crime and even for spending his wife's money, Dean finally started hitting back during last night's televised debate.
What lasts in the minds of voters from any political debate are not the policy disagreements but the well-timed one-liners (i.e., "There you go again," and "Senator, you are no John Kennedy"). And Dean got off more than a few zingers:
"I'm willing to wager that I spent more time in Nashville in the last 25 years than you have."
"I know Metro government better than anybody on this stage."
"If you can't welcome people like me—to say that somebody who's been here 25, 26, 27 years shouldn't be able to run for mayor—well then somebody needs to tell the governor."
Asked by Clement why he's "so emphatic" about telling voters that he wasn't born in Nashville, Dean replied, "The short answer is it's the truth."
Clement's most memorable line? "Yes, I know how to say yes."
I personally Liked his "I will not increase Taxes" everyone keeps making pappy Bush comparisons without realizing the difference in federal governing principles and metropolitan governing principles. It is fairly easy to avoid a property tax increase; plan and allocate your budget where it is needed the most. Waste not want not!
and lastly WTF!
Half Day Heaven
Posted by Bruce Barry (08.21.07, 11:50 AM)
The roughly 75,000 kids who attend Metro public schools may not be terribly upset by the decision to keep schools open only for half days so far this week because of the heat, but parents scrambling to juggle jobs and child care are wondering how long this will continue. MNPS insists the decision is day-to-day. While few would fault administrators for attending to the health risks of extreme heat in classrooms and buses, it is curious that school officials refuse to just come out and say directly that half days will continue as long as the heat does.
I remember some HOT ASS Days back when I was in school. I didn't get half the day off!!! Whats the deal? are our kids getting soft? or is it another sign of global warming?
Monday, August 20, 2007
Clement Creeps out a win? maybe? maybe???
this is going to be long...
Mayoral Debate Pt. 1.
Property Taxes...
WOOT CLEMENT! No New Taxes!
Oh my god.... Karl didn't say no...(didn't expect that one... I guess I'm dumb when it comes to dean =P)
2020 olympics... $40,000,000 dollars... avg cost...
Seems Karl doesn't get that most of that money comes from private investment. Bob Does, and thats why he says "I may be shooting for the moon here"
Low blow... Clement pulls the defense of Paul Dennis Reid out of left field...
Dean did not expect it.. and sounds a little pissed...
Dean "do not return to old style politics, " is not disrespectful of clement.
Clement, basically said, your right karl, your shit talking comes from the Scene... (note my wording... try to have some fun with this will ya!)
BEEEPPP Turn Tape Over Now
Mayoral Debate Pt. 2.
No child Left Behind... What will you do to help metro schools reach said goals?
Clement Voted for it and then says it was underfunded; bush didn't fund it properly (as a former college president and former co-chair on the caucus for education I find this acceptable, as he was a hard worker for federal education dollars.)
Dean Holds the same line. one problem i have... I can't trust a man who won't place his own children on his decisions (I.e. Karls Children are all PRIVATE SCHOOL EDUCATED... Bob's are public school educated.)
Business growth in Nashville
Dean Incentives only when Necessary, best way to compete with Mid TN for Nashville Business is to have good schools...
K... Sounds good
Clement, Incentive only when necessary, Lost jobs to areas outside of Nashville due to poor quality education...
K... Sounds Good
Did you actively seek Gentrys support?
Clement: Yes, Howard is an old Friend of Mine, and He handled himself very well as Vice Mayor and in the Mayoral Campaign. Howard I'm Doing very well in the African American Community and I Very Much Need you support, you could turn this election.
Good, As someone who has interacted with Howard on many occasions (he and my father went to high school together) I must say I hope he follows through and backs Mr. Clement.
Dean: I hired most of Gentry's staff. I will honor Howard's "I Believe" Message.
dude... His message was... "Believe" tsk, tsk, tsk...
and Finally
Beeeeppp Insert Tape B side 1 now!
Mayoral Debate Pt. 3.
Questions from the community!!!!
How will you stop Petty Crime?
Clement: Good Question, and this is becoming a problem in Nashville. As you may know I am endorsed by the Police Officers and Fire Fighters Union..."
Good enough for me (lets just hope he backs their 'fire serpas NOW' campaign too)
Dean: fund the police with enough money to fill the 60 to 70 vacant positions now, and the rest was a none answer.
'nuff said.
What you intend to do to make sure only LEGAL immigrants get work?
Dean: 287 g is the solution.
Clement: I will meet with Sherriff Hall tommorrow (287g may be good????) we have to prosecute those who intentionally hire illegals.
Great idea... My only problem is are our courts the best place to determine intent? especially if we are talking bad intentions...
Property taxes keep rising. How will you make sure my Taxes are being allocated properly?
Clement: I will NOT increase property taxes. We've seen 2 increases in the past 8 years, and Karl Dean was a part of the purcell administration when these increases occured.
NICE... good hit in there too!
Dean: I am committed to letting the voters decide on property tax increases.
Uhhhh... I don't want some of the idiot voters in this county having a say in whether or not I pay higher taxes. How bout just go ahead and tell me NO now... that will keep me happy dammit!
Poverty issues, and what would you do for our community as a whole?
Dean:Low income housing is the key to this issue.
good good... gimme more...
Clement:You have to have a support system (for the poverty stricken and the homeless) but you have to help them help themselves. Low income housing is a good solution.
Nice... keep it real!
were not done yet
Mayoral Debate Pt. 4
Hardest Professional decision you've ever made
Clement: As president of Cumberland University turning it from a 2 year to a 4 year college to get it fully accredited. I had to hire and fire a lot of people, but in the end I knew when to say yes and when to say no.
nice, political and business experience... after all he did turn C U around.
Dean: His hardest decision relates to personnel. He feels connected to his personnel ,"but then again there has to be accountability" especially when it comes to the tax payers dollars.
good call... but can you make personnel decisions?
Baby boom Retirement 1 worker for every 2 leaving workforce
Dean: Bredesen is doing what is best, meeting with local business leaders to find out what our schools need to focus on to keep the workforce flowing (from the schoolyard to the factory yard ehhh???)
Clement: we are a service Information society, that why I propose career and technical education in schools. just because your not in college does not make you a second class citizen. We've Got to prepare for the future, we've got to find the jobs that fit them. thats why we need vocational education back in schools and we need it now!
WOOOOO
Tax increase
Clement: NO PROPERTY TAX INCREASE THE NEXT FOUR YEARS!
Plan our Growth and Grow our Plan... Focus on Quality of Life
uhhh... COOL... what about after that (i have to ask at least).
Dean: I have no plans to seek any increase in taxes. Now if a disaster or downturn, say we can't pay for our bonds, we may need to increase taxes... (he goes on...)
uhhh your right, but your wrong... no more taxes...
Both candidates avoided this question, so I'm just gonna skip it... enjoy the video
basically its what nationally held stereotype of nashville would you like to get rid of.
they both pitch MAJOR SOFTBALLS!
(i'd like to see the ignorant, uneducated, Racists, Shoeless, and maybe the "they all have mullets" stereotypes go... can I be mayor??? hehe.)
Convention center
Dean: Designate MDHA the authority to manage the development (after some investigation into MDHA) Store and restaurants should be on the exterior, and I would like to see a music theme as well.
Good Answer
Clement: Dean and I both Agree on the Convention Center. We Need it, but I'm not going to build it on the back of the taxpayers, I will utilize tourist dollars.
Air/Quality Ozone Standards
clement: We may get fined soon; we have to monitor this closely. We have to communicate this regionally as well.
Dean: The Next Mayor of Nashville is going to have to be a regional leader. As mayor of Nashville I would unite middle Tennessee to make sure we do not get sanctioned by the EPA.
I want to laugh because this question reminds me of the "EPA! EPA!" dome in the Simpsons movie... But its a serious issue and they both have good points.
Last but not least
BEEEEPPPP
Mayoral Debate Pt. 5.
k... I'm bored and this was long... Its like american idol (or insert other crappy Fox reality series here) 1 hour for two people to debate? I understand 1 or 2 hour debates when there were 7... BUT, come'on DAWG we're down to two...
30 minutes should be plenty.<--- does this show my youth???
Clement puts forth public school options... sounds good!
P.S. this is important.... to make this as fun as possible... RIGHT CLICK.... CLICK PLAY SPEED...
CLICK FAST...
Its funny... I promise!
My Room is dark... But my TV is all Glowy!
back to normal non-TV mode tomorrow... Enjoy this while ya can!
Mayoral Debate Pt. 1.
Property Taxes...
WOOT CLEMENT! No New Taxes!
Oh my god.... Karl didn't say no...(didn't expect that one... I guess I'm dumb when it comes to dean =P)
2020 olympics... $40,000,000 dollars... avg cost...
Seems Karl doesn't get that most of that money comes from private investment. Bob Does, and thats why he says "I may be shooting for the moon here"
Low blow... Clement pulls the defense of Paul Dennis Reid out of left field...
Dean did not expect it.. and sounds a little pissed...
Dean "do not return to old style politics, " is not disrespectful of clement.
Clement, basically said, your right karl, your shit talking comes from the Scene... (note my wording... try to have some fun with this will ya!)
BEEEPPP Turn Tape Over Now
Mayoral Debate Pt. 2.
No child Left Behind... What will you do to help metro schools reach said goals?
Clement Voted for it and then says it was underfunded; bush didn't fund it properly (as a former college president and former co-chair on the caucus for education I find this acceptable, as he was a hard worker for federal education dollars.)
Dean Holds the same line. one problem i have... I can't trust a man who won't place his own children on his decisions (I.e. Karls Children are all PRIVATE SCHOOL EDUCATED... Bob's are public school educated.)
Business growth in Nashville
Dean Incentives only when Necessary, best way to compete with Mid TN for Nashville Business is to have good schools...
K... Sounds good
Clement, Incentive only when necessary, Lost jobs to areas outside of Nashville due to poor quality education...
K... Sounds Good
Did you actively seek Gentrys support?
Clement: Yes, Howard is an old Friend of Mine, and He handled himself very well as Vice Mayor and in the Mayoral Campaign. Howard I'm Doing very well in the African American Community and I Very Much Need you support, you could turn this election.
Good, As someone who has interacted with Howard on many occasions (he and my father went to high school together) I must say I hope he follows through and backs Mr. Clement.
Dean: I hired most of Gentry's staff. I will honor Howard's "I Believe" Message.
dude... His message was... "Believe" tsk, tsk, tsk...
and Finally
Beeeeppp Insert Tape B side 1 now!
Mayoral Debate Pt. 3.
Questions from the community!!!!
How will you stop Petty Crime?
Clement: Good Question, and this is becoming a problem in Nashville. As you may know I am endorsed by the Police Officers and Fire Fighters Union..."
Good enough for me (lets just hope he backs their 'fire serpas NOW' campaign too)
Dean: fund the police with enough money to fill the 60 to 70 vacant positions now, and the rest was a none answer.
'nuff said.
What you intend to do to make sure only LEGAL immigrants get work?
Dean: 287 g is the solution.
Clement: I will meet with Sherriff Hall tommorrow (287g may be good????) we have to prosecute those who intentionally hire illegals.
Great idea... My only problem is are our courts the best place to determine intent? especially if we are talking bad intentions...
Property taxes keep rising. How will you make sure my Taxes are being allocated properly?
Clement: I will NOT increase property taxes. We've seen 2 increases in the past 8 years, and Karl Dean was a part of the purcell administration when these increases occured.
NICE... good hit in there too!
Dean: I am committed to letting the voters decide on property tax increases.
Uhhhh... I don't want some of the idiot voters in this county having a say in whether or not I pay higher taxes. How bout just go ahead and tell me NO now... that will keep me happy dammit!
Poverty issues, and what would you do for our community as a whole?
Dean:Low income housing is the key to this issue.
good good... gimme more...
Clement:You have to have a support system (for the poverty stricken and the homeless) but you have to help them help themselves. Low income housing is a good solution.
Nice... keep it real!
were not done yet
Mayoral Debate Pt. 4
Hardest Professional decision you've ever made
Clement: As president of Cumberland University turning it from a 2 year to a 4 year college to get it fully accredited. I had to hire and fire a lot of people, but in the end I knew when to say yes and when to say no.
nice, political and business experience... after all he did turn C U around.
Dean: His hardest decision relates to personnel. He feels connected to his personnel ,"but then again there has to be accountability" especially when it comes to the tax payers dollars.
good call... but can you make personnel decisions?
Baby boom Retirement 1 worker for every 2 leaving workforce
Dean: Bredesen is doing what is best, meeting with local business leaders to find out what our schools need to focus on to keep the workforce flowing (from the schoolyard to the factory yard ehhh???)
Clement: we are a service Information society, that why I propose career and technical education in schools. just because your not in college does not make you a second class citizen. We've Got to prepare for the future, we've got to find the jobs that fit them. thats why we need vocational education back in schools and we need it now!
WOOOOO
Tax increase
Clement: NO PROPERTY TAX INCREASE THE NEXT FOUR YEARS!
Plan our Growth and Grow our Plan... Focus on Quality of Life
uhhh... COOL... what about after that (i have to ask at least).
Dean: I have no plans to seek any increase in taxes. Now if a disaster or downturn, say we can't pay for our bonds, we may need to increase taxes... (he goes on...)
uhhh your right, but your wrong... no more taxes...
Both candidates avoided this question, so I'm just gonna skip it... enjoy the video
basically its what nationally held stereotype of nashville would you like to get rid of.
they both pitch MAJOR SOFTBALLS!
(i'd like to see the ignorant, uneducated, Racists, Shoeless, and maybe the "they all have mullets" stereotypes go... can I be mayor??? hehe.)
Convention center
Dean: Designate MDHA the authority to manage the development (after some investigation into MDHA) Store and restaurants should be on the exterior, and I would like to see a music theme as well.
Good Answer
Clement: Dean and I both Agree on the Convention Center. We Need it, but I'm not going to build it on the back of the taxpayers, I will utilize tourist dollars.
Air/Quality Ozone Standards
clement: We may get fined soon; we have to monitor this closely. We have to communicate this regionally as well.
Dean: The Next Mayor of Nashville is going to have to be a regional leader. As mayor of Nashville I would unite middle Tennessee to make sure we do not get sanctioned by the EPA.
I want to laugh because this question reminds me of the "EPA! EPA!" dome in the Simpsons movie... But its a serious issue and they both have good points.
Last but not least
BEEEEPPPP
Mayoral Debate Pt. 5.
k... I'm bored and this was long... Its like american idol (or insert other crappy Fox reality series here) 1 hour for two people to debate? I understand 1 or 2 hour debates when there were 7... BUT, come'on DAWG we're down to two...
30 minutes should be plenty.<--- does this show my youth???
Clement puts forth public school options... sounds good!
P.S. this is important.... to make this as fun as possible... RIGHT CLICK.... CLICK PLAY SPEED...
CLICK FAST...
Its funny... I promise!
My Room is dark... But my TV is all Glowy!
back to normal non-TV mode tomorrow... Enjoy this while ya can!
Friday, August 17, 2007
So We May Pay More to Keep PREDS???
Thanks to Kleinheider For Posting this Video!
The Investor Group wants us to ante up $15,000,000-$18,000,000 ($3,000,000 -$5,000,000 more of our tax dollars) for them to buy out the preds contract and keep them in Nashville.
While Karl and Bob both take a line of "the Public needs to be involved. The public needs to be fully informed and aware of whats going on as this process goes forward." and "they(the local investors) Really need to open it up, they've got everyone on their side now. I'm for full disclosure{...} first of all they need to share the information, and a lot of the information is being sealed." respectively...
What I would like to know is will our Next Mayor sell us out to a local investor group? Our Schools have issues, our Police Department has morale issues; and these investors want us to throw 3 to 5 million of our tax dollars into a sports venture? I know how much the predators help downtown businesses, but with a proper business plan a sports team is not necessary for a business to succeed in the Downtown District of a Metropolitan city.
Secondly, Why do we want to spend our tax dollars on a sports team that our citizens don't want to see? If the Predators had high enough ticket sales a move would be impossible; yet these sales goals CANNOT be reached. If Nashville Doesn't want the team here, then its time to let the move occur and put these tax dollars back to good use.
and heres an idea... How about if your a fan... Save up the $731 and buy a season pass? it only takes 5,000 to keep the team...
just a thought from a very dark room.
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