tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-982633190780306493.post8467972415890448506..comments2024-03-24T18:15:18.350-04:00Comments on "WE THE PEOPLE": IT ONLY TAKES ONE PERSON TO GET THINGS STARTEDKEVIN BROOKMANhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06597937634837295016noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-982633190780306493.post-33308718276766973032010-03-02T16:36:38.149-05:002010-03-02T16:36:38.149-05:00Anonymous: apology accepted.Anonymous: apology accepted.Luis Cottonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-982633190780306493.post-12678825716659617372010-03-02T16:26:34.813-05:002010-03-02T16:26:34.813-05:00Sorry Luis but your slimy little attempt to sound ...Sorry Luis but your slimy little attempt to sound reasonable does not work. And I'm quite aware of when the next election is and whom I can vote for or against but thanks so much for the information anyway.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-982633190780306493.post-29895113206008572902010-03-02T15:54:18.389-05:002010-03-02T15:54:18.389-05:00Robin:
This is what I wrote in regards to your ...Robin: <br /><br />This is what I wrote in regards to your query:<br /><br />"Robin: If you were at the "Town Committee" meeting at the library then the challenge slate mentioned by Kevin were those people sitting to the right of the panelists. I believe all 6 were there."<br /><br />I was merely letting you and others who were at that meeting that the slate you mentioned was actually all there and available (unlike other slates) for questions. In retrospect maybe the word "if" sounds accusatory but that was not my intention.<br /><br />I'm sorry if you that is perceived as an attempt to insult you and apologize for any offense taken.<br /><br />Eventually in November 2011 you will get your opportunity to vote FOR upto 6 possible candidates for City Council. These will all be people that you feel will best represent your views at City Hall.<br /><br />By the way, I always post under my name and have no reason to post under anything else.Luis Cottohttp://www.ionhartford.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-982633190780306493.post-87333913259568950992010-03-02T11:41:08.947-05:002010-03-02T11:41:08.947-05:00Thanks Kevin and anon for the info, I voted this ...Thanks Kevin and anon for the info, I voted this morning and was no 3 as of 10 AM.<br /><br />Mr.Kotto, FYI I was at the meeting but sadly did not find the info that I was seeking. If you had actually read my post you would have seen me make mention of the fact that the meeting was a pointless. I would suggest a course in reading comprehension, as I'm sure you have far weightier matters to digest and I fear that you may not have a grasp of understanding key concepts. As for your lame attempt at insulting me for asking a question, very unprofessional but typical of the arrogance found in City Hall. Little reminder, You CAN be voted out next election but do I give you points for posting under your name for once.Robin Opryskonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-982633190780306493.post-16966227936580415602010-03-02T01:14:12.645-05:002010-03-02T01:14:12.645-05:00katkos01: I agree with you that the "town co...katkos01: I agree with you that the "town committee" informational session straddled on issues that were not in the spirit of its intent. In fact, the only person representing any town committee was Mike McGarry for the Republicans. Majority Leader Winch is not a member of the Hartford DTC and neither the Green party or the Workign Families (which I belong to) have local town committees. I believe Mr. McGarry has written a letter to the Library with his own complaints.<br /><br />As far as Atty. Rose, you should understand that as part of his job, Corporation Council has to represent any city employee who is sued by outside entities. I think, given the facts of this case, he would've much preferred working on the other cases he has, but I'm pretty sure it was not an option. He also went to represent Urania Petit, WFP Registrar who was also subpoenaed.Luis Cottonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-982633190780306493.post-26136545737516215482010-03-01T18:47:47.003-05:002010-03-01T18:47:47.003-05:00I went to the Where Do Candidates Come From meetin...I went to the Where Do Candidates Come From meeting and unfortunately the meeting deteriated into petty politics. I left without meeting the candidates because this political repartee by a few was not important as to why we were there.<br />I REALLY object to paying Mr. Roses's salery while he is lawyering on political issues. May we send him a bill for the time he spends on this instead of the city. On the other hand, this keeps him away from potentially important issues.<br />This city is in deep trouble and I think that bankruptcy and having everyone reapply for their jobs (as many companies have done) might be a good start.<br />There are a lot of people out of work who could do the work and appreciate the work.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06725730549977195853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-982633190780306493.post-1692105461507589022010-03-01T17:22:50.935-05:002010-03-01T17:22:50.935-05:00Robin: If you were at the "Town Committee&qu...Robin: If you were at the "Town Committee" meeting at the library then the challenge slate mentioned by Kevin were those people sitting to the right of the panelists. I believe all 6 were there.<br /><br />Kevin, not that it matters now based on the recent verdict, but in the same "Don't judge a book by it's cover" theme, that guy Brandon McGee is a good, young guy who I hope gets to serve the City in some capacity at some point.<br /><br />Another person who is on the "Abe Giles" slate who should look to move forward down the years within public service is a young guy named Andre. I can't remember his last name but I met him at the African American Alliance meetings and have had some good talks with him. He's born and raised in the north end as is now a pastor working with youth in the neighborhood.<br /><br />I just point those two out to hi-light how we shouldn't demonize one complete slate and put another on a pedestal. Each slate is made up of individuals who are vastly different from their counterparts and each bring something different to the table.<br /><br />I agree with you 100% re: Julio Concepción, a truly genuine soul who will be his own person on the town committee and not anybody's automatic vote.<br /><br />Also, I am continually impressed by Rebecca Wareing. She was the only person there from either A or B for the 5th District at the "committee" meeting at the Library and is just a fresh face.<br /><br />note: Brandon McGee was at the aforementioned meeting but he sat with the audience members so no one knew who he was. I count this as not being there.Luis Cottohttp://www.ionhartford.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-982633190780306493.post-56321266952977867032010-03-01T10:40:35.707-05:002010-03-01T10:40:35.707-05:00Robin - the challenge slate in the 4th is on the B...Robin - the challenge slate in the 4th is on the B line and consists of: Edwin Escribano, Homayra Gomez, Migdalia Gomez, Jose U. Morales, Willie C. Owens, Apolinar Rosario-Tirado, Luz V. Sullivan, Elvis R. Tejada and Sammy Vazquez.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-982633190780306493.post-10754353868361648082010-02-28T21:21:15.435-05:002010-02-28T21:21:15.435-05:00Hartford...your time for change has come.Hartford...your time for change has come.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-982633190780306493.post-24082512339286038762010-02-28T20:06:25.047-05:002010-02-28T20:06:25.047-05:00Tom and Robin,
Thanks for the comments, and I'...Tom and Robin,<br /><br />Thanks for the comments, and I'm glad I'm not the only one that feels this way.<br /> <br />And to answer your question Robin, I think there are only two slates in the fourth district. If you know the names of the "Eddie endorsed Tax Cheat Gang" take a look at the other line, that line is where the change will begin.<br /><br />Was the postcard from Roldan on legislative letterhead or Prudential Connecticut Realty postcards?KEVIN BROOKMANhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06597937634837295016noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-982633190780306493.post-60595574521040714682010-02-28T16:38:03.004-05:002010-02-28T16:38:03.004-05:00Kevin: Why the 5th District law suit is not a was...Kevin: Why the 5th District law suit is not a waste of time, petty politics or a "spat" merely amongst democrats:<br /><br />As has been the case for several years now, this current electioneering scenario is simply the latest result of charter reform not incorporating the depth, and therefore potential consequences, of Hartford’s voter apathy. We have accordingly witnessed an administration with the unbridled power to re-allocate unfettered amounts of municipal resources to further its personal political agenda, leaving those in opposition, be they democrats, republicans or independents, the only effective recourse but to privately finance a judicial challenge; and that choice has been as impractical as it has been utilized. We have endured eight years of unilateral interpretation of ordinances, charter provisions, city regulations and contracts; mismanagement, incompetence and complete disregard for government transparency. This, without so much as a reasoned debate on these matters from the City’s alleged balance of power mechanism, the Council. And the rejoinder to “correct it at the ballot box” has failed as well, while even good-meaning citizens have become disillusioned from the consequences of this deceptive withering away of our City’s stability and future. While I commend the press’ efforts to lay bare the abuses, I also implore them to resist this malady which has anesthetized our collective conscience.Thom Pagenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-982633190780306493.post-28405595529765170852010-02-28T14:54:14.612-05:002010-02-28T14:54:14.612-05:00Kevin,I agree with everything that you have writte...Kevin,I agree with everything that you have written and I will be voting on Tuesday in the 4th district. Problem is that I haven't a clue as to where to find a list of the challenge candidates! The only mailings that I have received have been from Kelvin Rodan and his "Eddie endorsed Tax Cheat gang." I spent all afternoon on Google trying to find this information and have had no luck. Any help or links would greatly appreciated. Not asking you to endorse anyone, would just like to know who I am voting for. I wonder if this is one of the reasons why voter turnout is always so poor for these elections? Why is this information so difficult to come by? The meeting last week was no help as it turned into a political debate. Thanks for all you do.Robin Opryskonoreply@blogger.com