Would like to take this time and wish everyone a very happy new year. In 2008 we
saw and created change, for the first time, in a long time I feel very hopeful for our
nation and our world. 2009 will be a local election year as most of you know, in my
view Ulster County and Kingston Democrats will be united and increase the margins
of the past few years. The taxpayer's are smart, they will look at the record and will
not want to go back to the past. On the county level I hope the Democrats will not make a
cross endorsement for the County Clerk Race, as I feel there are at least three Dems
looking at the race that would be excellent and serve the people well. Would also like
the thank Alderman Mike Madsen for plugging my blog. Again, I hope everyone has a wonderful
year. Be safe out there.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Happy Christmas [War Is Over] If You Want It
At this time I would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Festive Chanukah.
And may God Bless our New President. Let's keep our heads up........ And move forward.
Peace
And may God Bless our New President. Let's keep our heads up........ And move forward.
Peace
Monday, December 22, 2008
My Advise For Caroline Kennedy
I like Caroline Kennedy.
As my loyal readers may remember I have endorsed Kristin Gillibrand for the open US Senate
Seat, and I stand by that endorsement.
But, New Yorkers have always liked the the bright and the famous to represent them in the
Senate, and one cannot be more famous then a Kennedy.
A week ago, I would have said this is a done deal for Caroline, with the money, name and a new
friend in 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. But, this is New York as anyone who has ever followed NYS
Politics.... It's tough. And, It is hands on, and the worse thing that can happen to Caroline is that
she is compared with Sarah Palin, which in my view is just silly.
OK.... Caroline..... You said you want this? This is what I think you need to do. #1 Say you are in this for the long hall, If Paterson does not appoint you that is fine, but you need to take this to a Democratic Primary in 2010 no matter who the Governor Appoints. If between now and September of that year if you have to attend the Yates County Democratic Pig Roast this summer.. So be it.
#2 Call all 52 Democratic County Chairs and ask for support. While you are at it I would advise her to contact all 250 State Democratic Committee People. It also would not hurt if Caroline was
to contact every Democratic City Chair..... Like Buffalo, Rome, Syracuse, well you get my drift.
As I am 0-1 I am not going to call this one. But, this will get interesting. That is my advise Caroline and it was on the house!
As my loyal readers may remember I have endorsed Kristin Gillibrand for the open US Senate
Seat, and I stand by that endorsement.
But, New Yorkers have always liked the the bright and the famous to represent them in the
Senate, and one cannot be more famous then a Kennedy.
A week ago, I would have said this is a done deal for Caroline, with the money, name and a new
friend in 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. But, this is New York as anyone who has ever followed NYS
Politics.... It's tough. And, It is hands on, and the worse thing that can happen to Caroline is that
she is compared with Sarah Palin, which in my view is just silly.
OK.... Caroline..... You said you want this? This is what I think you need to do. #1 Say you are in this for the long hall, If Paterson does not appoint you that is fine, but you need to take this to a Democratic Primary in 2010 no matter who the Governor Appoints. If between now and September of that year if you have to attend the Yates County Democratic Pig Roast this summer.. So be it.
#2 Call all 52 Democratic County Chairs and ask for support. While you are at it I would advise her to contact all 250 State Democratic Committee People. It also would not hurt if Caroline was
to contact every Democratic City Chair..... Like Buffalo, Rome, Syracuse, well you get my drift.
As I am 0-1 I am not going to call this one. But, this will get interesting. That is my advise Caroline and it was on the house!
Sunday, December 14, 2008
The Return Of Liz?
It was a bit surprising to me to pick up the newspaper the other day to find out that Former
US Rep Liz Holtzman contacted Governor Paterson and requested she would like to be considered for the soon to be open US Senate Seat. In a way, I was glad that she would like to serve again. It seemed only like a few years ago I remember injecting 'Holtzman for Senate'
flyer's into the local papers when I had a route......Boy, That was 1980! At the time, Liz was running in the Democratic Primary against Former N.Y.C. Mayor John Lindsay, Former Miss
America Bess Meyerson and Queens DA Robert Santucci. At that time I remember all four came
to Woodstock to take part in a debate on a small radio station with the call letter's WDST. By
September Holtzman was able to win the primary. Then it was on to a three way race where
she faced Incumbent Senator Jacob Javitz who lost the Republican Primary to a little known
Supervisor from Long Island named Al D'Amato. The only problem for Liz was that Javitz still
had the Liberal Party Endorsement, put that together with the fact that Carter-Mondale lost
NYS to Reagan-Bush..... But, If my ageing memory banks serve me well, Liz ran ahead of the
ticket. To this day I am still mad at my parents voted for Jake Javitz.
Most likely, Governor Paterson will not appoint Liz Holtzman to the seat. But, if I was in Dave's
shoes, I would keep the phone line open.
US Rep Liz Holtzman contacted Governor Paterson and requested she would like to be considered for the soon to be open US Senate Seat. In a way, I was glad that she would like to serve again. It seemed only like a few years ago I remember injecting 'Holtzman for Senate'
flyer's into the local papers when I had a route......Boy, That was 1980! At the time, Liz was running in the Democratic Primary against Former N.Y.C. Mayor John Lindsay, Former Miss
America Bess Meyerson and Queens DA Robert Santucci. At that time I remember all four came
to Woodstock to take part in a debate on a small radio station with the call letter's WDST. By
September Holtzman was able to win the primary. Then it was on to a three way race where
she faced Incumbent Senator Jacob Javitz who lost the Republican Primary to a little known
Supervisor from Long Island named Al D'Amato. The only problem for Liz was that Javitz still
had the Liberal Party Endorsement, put that together with the fact that Carter-Mondale lost
NYS to Reagan-Bush..... But, If my ageing memory banks serve me well, Liz ran ahead of the
ticket. To this day I am still mad at my parents voted for Jake Javitz.
Most likely, Governor Paterson will not appoint Liz Holtzman to the seat. But, if I was in Dave's
shoes, I would keep the phone line open.
Sunday, December 7, 2008
John Lennon 1940-1980
Monday, I will be going to Central Park to a small garden off Central Park West and 72 St to
a place called Strawberry Field's to remember a musician, poet, activist named John Lennon who
was also the founding member of the most popular rock band of all time.
Why would I go to Central Park on a cold day in December?
Because he told to 'give peace a chance' and did what he could to end a war in
far away Southeast Asia.
Told us that love is better then hate.
Then some deranged person killed him outside his apartment as he was going home to see his son. On December 8th 1980.
Can we all agree how stupid violence is?
a place called Strawberry Field's to remember a musician, poet, activist named John Lennon who
was also the founding member of the most popular rock band of all time.
Why would I go to Central Park on a cold day in December?
Because he told to 'give peace a chance' and did what he could to end a war in
far away Southeast Asia.
Told us that love is better then hate.
Then some deranged person killed him outside his apartment as he was going home to see his son. On December 8th 1980.
Can we all agree how stupid violence is?
Friday, December 5, 2008
Jim's Veto
Well, I cannot say I am shocked at Mayor Sottile taking his veto pen [or stamp] and refusing to endorse the budget that he was sent. It was a tough call and his honor stood his ground. Now,
there are arguments to be made on both sides. The Mayor believes going into the fund balance was wrong. It is something I agree with. But, The Democrats on the Council were able to reduce the tax increase by several points to a modest tax increase, something most people can be grateful for and for that there was not another choice but to tap the reserve. As I have said before these are tough times and under a even week economy I would have advised my alderman not to break out the bank book, But, under the circumstance when people's jobs are on the line the Democrats on the Council did the right thing.
Do the right thing one more time.
there are arguments to be made on both sides. The Mayor believes going into the fund balance was wrong. It is something I agree with. But, The Democrats on the Council were able to reduce the tax increase by several points to a modest tax increase, something most people can be grateful for and for that there was not another choice but to tap the reserve. As I have said before these are tough times and under a even week economy I would have advised my alderman not to break out the bank book, But, under the circumstance when people's jobs are on the line the Democrats on the Council did the right thing.
Do the right thing one more time.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Pam Anderson..Lobbyist
Well, With everything that has gone on in the last few weeks, the terrorist attack in India,
The Stock Market Problems, Only to name a few, it is quite relieving to know that Pamela
Lee Anderson has taken time out to write to President-Elect Obama and Advocate for the
Legalization of Marijuana. Pam stated in the letter that Pot is good for the environment
and some people. Now, I must admit I am a fan of Pam's but I have to disagree with her on both issues. In my view, weed is bad. It kills a heck of a lot of brain cells. The only reason I would ever
be in favor of the use is for medical reason's.....Under the direction of a Doctor. But, I give Pam
a lot of credit for using the power of the pen and making her beliefs known to Obama. There is no word if Pam will hit the airwaves to promote her views. The only rumor that I heard is that
Jeremy Blaber has offered to have Pam on his public access TV show. No word from Ms. Anderson if she accepted.
The Stock Market Problems, Only to name a few, it is quite relieving to know that Pamela
Lee Anderson has taken time out to write to President-Elect Obama and Advocate for the
Legalization of Marijuana. Pam stated in the letter that Pot is good for the environment
and some people. Now, I must admit I am a fan of Pam's but I have to disagree with her on both issues. In my view, weed is bad. It kills a heck of a lot of brain cells. The only reason I would ever
be in favor of the use is for medical reason's.....Under the direction of a Doctor. But, I give Pam
a lot of credit for using the power of the pen and making her beliefs known to Obama. There is no word if Pam will hit the airwaves to promote her views. The only rumor that I heard is that
Jeremy Blaber has offered to have Pam on his public access TV show. No word from Ms. Anderson if she accepted.
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