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Recently a "rumor" has developed that the husband of an elected official is looking for a candidate willing to run in the County Executive race. This person, according to the "rumor", is seeking to recruit someone not as a legitimate candidate but as someone to simply split the vote and help the current County Executive get re-elected. While I would encourage everyone to be involved with the politics of this county, state and nation to use such an opportunity as a mere means of sabotaging a legitimate election is reprehensible. If this "rumor" should prove true I believe it will touch off a reaction so strong that every political office in the county will be challenged. Some have had, up to now, relatively easy and inexpensive re-election campaigns but history has shown that when people feel manipulated and used a strong backlash generally develops against the offender. It's a long way to August and I certainly hope "dirty tricks" will not become a part of the election process. Allen Barrett
posted by Allen Barrett | 2:02 PM
164 Comments:
wab..
What dirty tricks and by whom? Who is being manipulated? Such paranoia.
Rumor has it that they had to escort you out of the budget committe meeting. What happened?
No true. I was there.
If WAB responds to a rumor he's paranoid but if you respond to a rumor it's gospel. I was there and I suggest you don't believe everything you hear and nothing Vanzant feeds you.
4:23
I never said Mrs. Vanzant told me anything. I haven't seen her. I was just told that he was escorted out of the room by a deputy and later came back in when he could calm down. I never even said it was true. I SAID rumor has it. Ok?
I believe it was Alvin Reynolds who escorted Mr. Barrett out of the room. He allowed him to go back in if he would be quiet. So it at least sounds true to me.
4:55 Deputy Reynolds was in the meeting. He did NOT escort from the room. All that happened was During the break between the ambulance and budget meetings Mr Barrett asked chairman Alan Faulkner why he was not allowed to ask questions after Faulkner had acknowledged he could speak. Thought Faulkner was gonna burst a gasket he got so red. Remember this was between meetings so Mr Barrett had the right to ask the question. Barrett didnt raise his voice any louder than Faulkner did. The rumor you heard is only trying to make trouble which isnt there.
5:05
So wasn't a rumor started by this very thread topic? What's the difference?
Heard the husband going around looking for a candidate to split the county executive vote is the spouse of a department head who has been in office for too long and didnt have opponent for her job in past elections. Would be interesting if someone else ran for that job. Could be seen as retaliation.
Hey,with the high number of unemployed or under-employed (part-time ) citizens right now surely it would make sense for a ton of them to 'apply' for county jobs that are open for election ....?
All it takes is getting a form from the election office and then having 25 of your friends sign it .
You DO have 25 friends dont you ?
There are several jobs coming up for election and they all pay more than $8 an hour plus benefits.
Beats being put into a job by one of your relatives like so many city and county employees have been
Who is the husband looking for a third candidate? Could be one of half a dozen?
I though Alan F. was a preacher. Should he get upset? No you think only WAB would do that... Ok for AF
Oh I forgot about your post about the people that go to church. You must of included AF.
Are we talking about the county clerk office here? She does a pretty good job. hate to see her get beat out by somebody standing against her coz of what her husband might be trying to split the vote.
7:28 agree. Playing dirty polotics usually costs ya.
In Giles County anyone in an office like Commissioner or school Board does not make minimun wage.
At $30 each meeting that they often have to stretch out to an hour, and the commission meetings paid $60 in my book thats much more than minimum wage.
Allen's brother is the preacher. Get your facts straight.
As for what I heard, if someone had gotten up in my face yelling, I would have done a whole lot more than just turn red. Oh, I think Allen showed great restraint.
A member of law enforcement, I don't know his name, asked Mr. Barrett to step out in the hall with him. What was said in the hall I do not know either. Mr. Barrett was allowed to come back in. I do not know why Mr. Barrett is not commenting on this. When a meeting cannot be conducted so that committees can get their job done without a member of the public interrupting they should be asked to leave.
to 6-18 AM
So you dont think that the public who pay the commissioners have a right to ask questions ? Even when those commissioners dont seem to have a clue about the subject under discussion but just show up to collect $30 for a trip into town.
I believe Mr Barrett was involved in military medical activity for many years,so isnt there a possibility he knows more about medical services than Faulkner and could contribute some sensible questions ? Particularly as the main subject at that meeting concerned some company trying to sell the county a medical billing service that they say can do a job currently not being accomplished fully by the county finance office.Somebody in the county gov't is going to need to develop a bid-spec for this service . Wouldnt it be good to have the best-possible stuff in that contract?
Or do you want to keep Giles Co in the same condition it has been for the last 200 yrs like some commissioners have put in writing ?
since its been brought up, i would think that WAB would explain just what happened....clearing up any 'rumors'.
to 6:13 and 6:18
Repeat - the discussion regarding Mr Barrett not being allowed to speak during the ambulance meeting when he had already been acknowledged by Mr Faulkner DID NOT HAPPEN DURING ANY MEETING. THERE WAS A BREAK BETWEEN TWO SCHEDULED MEETINGS and that was when the discussion happened. Deputy DID NOT ASK Barrett to step into the hall. Barrett did not get in Faulkners face. Barrett was standing, Faulkner sitting. Both had elevated voices but not one more than the other Faulkner's meeting was over so he left. It was probably Mr Faulkner that was seen to go into the hall.
6:18
I heard that is what happened. He kept interrupting and causing problems, so he was removed from the room until he could pipe down. And I would agree that barrett should come on here and explain what happened to clear things up.
I was not at this particular meeting but I have been at numerous meetings where Barrett is "asking" questions. He does not simply ask questions. He has his normal condescending tone and a raised voice. Yes, I think questions can be asked but he interrupts meetings and does not do these things in a normal civilized voice.
4:39
Well you know it's hard to be humble when you're perfect in every way. So true.
So 5-13 do you have the specification for perfction against which you obviously measure others -but perhaps NOT yourself ?
Take a hard look in the mirror tomorrow .do you see perfection ?
At least WAB has the fortitude to stand up and try to discuss taxpayer's affairs with those who we pay to take care of things. When was the last time you did that ? Or are you just throwing stones ?
What you have heard and what really happened has been explained above. I would also say that if Mr Barrett speaks - in your opinion - loudly, wouldnt you think its perhaps only a case of speaking up so folks can hear? Not as if he has a mike. At least you CAN hear him. Not like some of the mumblings that go on. To those who are waiting for WAB to give his account of what happened, be patient. He does need a little time for himself and family. I have no doubt he will let be posting.
Do you apologists and cheerleaders ever even remotely consider that where thre's a lot of smoke there has to be some fire? No, you would rather look the other way and make excuses for misbehavior.
Time with his family???? Are you kidding me???? If he has enough time to post supposed 'rumors' about other folks, then he should have enough time to come on here and confirm the validity of one specific rumor that he is intimately involved in.
I find it incredibly stupid, arrogant, moronic, backward, and above all hypocritical in the extreme that all these cowards would dare to come on this blog and demand that a private citizen explain his actions at a public meeting when these idiotic jack------ don't even have enough backbone to sign their own name to their demands. Do you, any of you realize how stupid you sound complaining about barrett on a blog that he maintains and provides facts for every opinion that he posts while you whine about how bad this blog is but won't stop reading and griping about barretts every word? Start your own blog and ban wab if you are sincere in your complaints, which obviously you are not cause your only agenda is bash barrett. I am simply flabbergasted that "anonymous" feels that barrett better explain himself! If I were wab I would laugh in your face, oh yeah can't do that cowards you're anonymous. I might in barretts place, might explain my thoughts ideas, or even actions to someone who asked nice and identified themselves. What gall you people have that you think wab owes you anything. I will attend the next school board meeting as it is held at night, simply so that I might meet this man that all these anonymous jerks think they have a right to tell him how he should conduct himself. If folks can't see the irony in their demands, they are beyond help and frankly a bit scary with their uppity attitude.
Looking forward to meeting you Mr. Barrett.
Carl
6:36
I agree with you that the statement about wab needing more time with his family is outrageous. In fact, it's the most laughable comment I have ever seen on this blog. You can bet your boots on it that he would be posting if he had some juicy bit of trash to share about certain individuals. That's my opinion.
to carl...
I see that you have really gotten into the name-calling busines. Shame on you.
Do you realize that you are about as anonymous as the rest of us? I could sign my name as Billy Joe, Susan, or even Sinclair Lewis if I wanted to. Would I be any less anonymous?
You say what gall people have to ask barrett to come on here and explain himself. Well, in my opinion, he's the one who showed his rear end at that meeting, so he is the one who needs to explain himself...since the rumor is out there. Interestingly, that's exactly the plea he makes to certain elected officials. So why can't someone make the same request of him?
Finally, I really do think you should attend some meetings and see wab in action. Then maybe you will understand why many people find him despicable. Why? Go see for yourself.
I don't see the irony you mentioned. There are certain levels of conduct that people are expected to abide by. Having said that, let me share with you what I see as an irony.
A rumor was promoted on this blog by wab, and now he's the victim of a rumor. Can you see the irony? Unbelievable.
To Carl: you a moron...and a hypocrite..plain and simple. You criticize others for not posting their name, and then dont post yours. Oh, i forgot..."carl"..yeah, that really lets everyone know who you are huh???(insert eyes rolling). ANyone can post a first name.....call me joe, fred, etc.....do you realize how ridiculous you sound????
And as far as WAB explaining himself.....hmmmm....lets see....there is a rumor on here about his actions and behaviour. Why wouldnt he want to come on here and explain??? He doesnt have to defend why he acted the way he did, but to at least cite what ACTUALLY happened, rather than allowing others to make up stories about him.
You really are clueless.
If Mr Barrett had really acted in the meeting as some would have us to believe, dont you think he would have been arrested?
8:44:00 AM
At least we can tell Carl, whether his name from all the Anonymous.
I think you don't want us to know which post is yours because you are the only one bashing WAB.
Fanny
Actually, im not bashing WAB at all...nor have i ever done so. I dont care how he acted at the meeting, but i would think that he would want to address the rumors surrounding him.
Carl J. Brigham, Anthony Hill TN here: Still find it idiotic that private citizens would DEMAND and presume to think another private citizen owes them an explanation. Unless you are paying his bills and supporting him, well I can tell you he is much more polite than I would be. You folks think all manner of dubious behavior by PUBLIC officials should be overlooked and never discussed which is the polar opposite of what our forefathers wanted for our country, but let a private citizen speak his mind and you trash him, again an unconstitutional act that you are committing. Worse yet, you do it anonymously which is the worst kind of cowardice. And not one of you are intelligent enough to even know what any of the issues are, you are just about wab. You just keep reading his opinions based on facts and bash his behavior, not caring a bit about the state of Giles CO. If you cared, you would post rebuttal to facts, not personality, but as I said, apparently you don't even know what issues of gov't are involved. Here's one piece of advice for WAB; I wonder how many of the pseudo intelligent protectors of elected officials/bashers of private citizens would be willing to spout off if they had to do like most blogs and provid a valid email before posting.....seriously doubt any would be that brave. Way too cowardly behavior. Never knew Giles Co had so many citizens who disliked our Constitution. It's your blog wab, requiring email would weed out the jokers and provide a forum for intelligent discussion. The gossips can just go to the Enquirer. Just a thought. Now I'm gonna sit back and watch the ignoramouses anonymously devour themselves with their justifications of how their purpose is oh so noble in that they only want to protect public figures for the citizens they have to answer to. Am still amazed that people actually put in print that a private citizen owes them any kind of explanation...and they call wab arrogant.
Carl J Brigham
where did anyone here demand that WAB give an explanation. I have read and read this thread, and still cant find it. I do see where folks said they thought he should come on here and respond, but have seen no actual demands. Maybe that was on another thread?
carl..
No, that requirement would "weed out" dissenting opinions and comments you people don't like. If this is truly a free speech forum, then why would you object to opposing viewpoints and criticisms? By the way, did it ever occur to you that there are those like me who must, for one reason or the other, remain anonymous? Probably not.
You never did respond to my question about the irony. Why is it ok for wab to pass along a rumor but it's not ok to mention what appears to be a facxtual rumor about him? May I have your answer?
I hear he may well have been arrested had he not calmed down.
2:49 If you had any backbone you would post your name. That only says you are either a commissioner or a county employee.
2:56 The discussion was not enough for Barrett to have been arrested. Had Barrett been arrested then Faulkner would have had to been, too. Doubt Ms Vanzant could afford to push for any arrests during her election year.
like you said WAB, a "rumor" . I just wonder who started it? mmmmmmm
The rumor about the husband of an elected official trying to get a third candidate to run for county mayor with the object to split the vote must have some validity. Was told to me from the Lynnville area where the husband was attempting to find a patsy.
To Mr "so important that he must remain anonymous" 2:49 pm you may certainly have my answer: I will explain as simply as possible to avoid your "confusion." But first, more instruction on how blogs normally work and how wab is being incredibly accommodating by allow these scared little people to post. I know of no other blog that allows posting without a valid email address. The owner of the blog agrees to keep these addresses private, it weeds out the robo-posters and people who refuse or are not able to stick to a topic or who unfairly attack someone for expressing an opinion about a private person and damaging their reputation. That is the huge difference between what you do and what wab does. While he frequently posts less that favorable opinions regarding public servants, he never does without provide the basis for his opinion and he puts his name to his opinion so that anyone who is offended is free to contact him directly should they really and truly care about resolving an issue. Robo posters such as yourself never ever mention an issue and attack a private citizen by name and smear or attempt to smear his reputation. I am sorry that you do not understand the difference between public and private, but in this society, elected officials must by virtue of running for office be prepared to endure tough questions regarding their actions, character and reputation. It's part of the job description. Private citizens forced to endure that same treatment is unfair and borderline criminal, especially when done so by someone who won't have the guts to sign their name. To any of you who arrogantly proclaim you must call wab or anyone on their behavior of criticizing PUBLIC officials, I can assure you that you are doing so to their detriment. Anybody who needs a coward to speak for them secretly does not deserve to hold office. But the most telling evidence of all that you are indeed indifferent to public issues is your total lack of evidence or rather your complete silence on public issues. Your one and only theme throughout every post is slamming the blog owner. I seldom agree with wab, very seldom but at least I understand where he is coming from as he speaks on issues or PUBLIC figures and he provides facts. Your sanctimonious, "he started it" baloney is childish and pointless. If Mr Barrett is so wrong, then prove it instead of just bashing him,,,most would be happy with one or two facts compared to wabs multitude.
And you are wrong about irony..so many posters expect wab to give an explanation of the events at a public meeting, but won't even give their name when demanding that information=that is irony. And the reason it's not "ok" for a rumor to be started about wab while according to you he started a rumor first is three fold-first of all there's that "he started it" babyishness again, and second of all he didn't start it, he reported about it on a blog that he owns about a PUBLIC citizen so that taxpayers who care about issues might check it out and thirdly, the biggy that you can't comprehend, or don't want to comprehend-wab is not a public elected or tax paid employee. He is a private citizen that allows silly little anonymous folks who can bash but can't admit to bashing to take pot shots at him in the hopes that maybe one or two or a few citizens will care enough about their community to check things out for themselves.
I will not respond to you any longer, your words are as worthless as an anonymous note or prank phone call in the days prior to caller i.d. My advice, man-up or shut up.
Carl J Brigham
Again i ask..where is the 'demand' of WAB??? I cant find it...so either 'put up or shut up'....
carl...
Uh....aren't you attacking me, a private citizen, with your name-calling and mean-spitited talk? Of course, you are! What an irony.
No, I NEVER said wab "started" the rumor. Who knows where it might have originated? But my point remains that if he can post a rumor, then why can't he "man-up" as you call it and put the rumor about himself to rest?
So many posters expect wab to make an explanation? Interesting. I thought I was the only one in the world who had any concerns about his behavior. Or should I say misbehavior?
Now, as for your cutting off discourse with me, I could care less. But I will respond again should you resume calling me names. I'm not nearly the coward you think I am. Ok?
Anonymous said...
Time with his family???? Are you kidding me???? If he has enough time to post supposed 'rumors' about other folks, then he should have enough time to come on here and confirm the validity of one specific rumor that he is intimately involved in.
Friday, February 05, 2010 11:05:00
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Anonymous said...
since its been brought up, i would think that WAB would explain just what happened....clearing up any 'rumors'.
Friday, February 05, 2010 10:04:00 AM
The word wasn't demand, but means about the same thing. You want him to come on here and say something.
umm.....demanding and wanting arent even remotely the same thing. You are seriously stretching it there.
I neither know nor care if the rumors about WAB are true..... or just a smear campaign against the man. However, I PERSONALLY THINK that he should WANT to make a statement to clear up any false statements and/or rumors about him. I know i would if it were me.
Does Janet come on here and clear up the rumors on her?
Janet isnt one of the originators of this blog.
I apologize for leaving folks sort of hanging but I did not realize that what happened between the Ambulance and Budget meetings on Thursday had become such an issue.
I was out of town with my uncle who suffers from advanced Parkinson's. I have a live in care provider with him but must make frequent trips to provide some relief for her, do the shopping, make Doctor appointments etc. While there I do not have access to a computer connection. I was only able to convince him to get cable TV about eighteen months.
I appreciate those who tried to explain what happened at the meetings and those who tried to explain that as a private citizen I have no obligation to answer any questions about my life or actions. I do so in an attempt to help keep aware those who wish to be informed about county happenings
Thursday morning there was to be a combined Committee Meeting of Commissioners on the Ambulance and Budget Committees. It turned out not to be a combined meeting as much as back to back meetings with the Ambulance Committee chaired by Commissioner Faulkner, he also happens to be from my district. At the beginning of the Ambulance meeting Commissioner Faulkner announced that the order for those speaking or asking questions would be first those on the committee, second Commissioners not on the committee and third private citizens. The meeting began with recognition and appreciation expressed for Jimmy Young who recently died. The second order of business was to approve write offs totaling $6,400 for the month of January by the Ambulance Service.
The third item of business was a presentation by AMB-MARS Billing Company. This presentation lasted more than an hour and cause many questions to be asked by Commissioners many of which were redundant. Finally Chairman Faulkner recognized me to speak to be followed by Mrs Proud another private citizen. I complimented the presenters on their program and stated that I had several questions that would require very brief responses. I asked the first question and was filibustered by the Billing Company representative.
I asked two more questions at which time Commissioner Jackson very angrily shouted out "I call for the question". I stated that I had not finished and as the recognized speaker I was the only one at the moment authorized to speak. Commissioner Jackson again look at the County Executive, apparently for guidance, and demanded the vote be taken. I reminded the chair of his previous commitment to let the public speak and was told things had changed. Mrs Proud then approached the Billing Company and asked him a direct question about costs, which no one in the room admitted any knowledge of. Mrs Proud then stated that if you don't even know what this is then it's gonna cost the county a whole bunch of money. The issue was decided and the next order of business was announced this included purchasing several items for the Ambulance Service and the request to have the county pay the utilities at the Elkton Ambulance Station as soon as the North Station came on line.
The meeting was adjourned and I approached Commissioner Faulkner and sat down next to him. I stated that I was very disappointed that he had gone back on his word about allowing people to speak. His response was that he really didn't care what I thought. Continued in next comment
I reminded him that he was my representative and
it was part of his responsibility to listen to his constituents to which he said I should call him. My response was that I could never get hold of him and that he never returned my calls. While both out voices were louder than whispers there were by no means shouting. It was at this point the County Executive spoke to Deputy Reynolds and he then directed me to end the conversation. I asked what he was talking about and he stated that I was making a disturbance. I said I had not spoken a bit louder than Commissioner Faulkner. I was then told to do what I was told or else.
I turned back to Commissioner Faulkner and was given his home and cell phone number. As I wrote those number down I was again told by Deputy Reynolds I had to leave. He asked me to come into the hallway which I did as Commissioner Faulkner left the room at the same time and continued to the elevator.
I continued to speak with Deputy Reynolds showing absolutely no disrespect to him or his position but expressing the fact that I had done nothing different than what Commissioner Faulkner had done. I then returned to the meeting room as the Budget Committee was called to order.
I do not hold Commissioner Faulkner or Deputy Reynolds or myself culpable in any way for this incident. This was the direct result of the County Executive's vindictive attitude, witnessed many times by Commissioners and the public alike, toward me.
I hope this has helped clear up the matter of how a tiny ant hill was turned into a mountain of retribution by a very small minded incompetent County Executive.
I apologize for the lengthiness of my response, there 46 comments before me. If there are any other legitimate questions I will be more than happy to speak with anyone my phone number is 363-1983. Allen Barrett
7:52
And Janet isn't the one running around showing her rear end all the time either.
wab
So you WERE escorted into the hall by the deputy? That's the story I heard. So why did he think you were causing a disturbance? Was he just mistaken? And here's the big one. You claim this was all due to Mrs. Vanzant's vindictive attitude toward you. Well, if that be true, who could blame her? You've attacked and attempted to discredit her for a long time now. Are you in total denial? If she dislikes you, it's for good reason.
WAB, were you offended that some on here were curious as to whether the 'rumors' about you were true?
Did it offend you that some thought you would WANT to come on here and explain??....not that you had to or that anyone demanded that of you....but that you wanted all on here to know the truth as to what actually happened???
As to your lengthy response, im guessing that the answer is 'no'.
Cheers, Carl.
WAB, have you called or contacted Faulkner?? Just curious if you ever got any answers to your questions.
BTW, off topic(maybe start a new thread??)but i know that there is a small group of folks that are trying to start a private school in pulaski..to the tune of tuition being $6500/yr...might want to look into it.
To Carl, I appreciate your supportive and very reasoned comments. I look forward to meeting you also.
One of the reasons I have chosen to put my name on my post is to be accountable. I have no problem responding to any legitimate questions about myself or my beliefs. I'm pleased to clear up any misunderstanding if I can but all I can do is state the facts as I know them and let people make up their own minds. Some will never accept any explanation, no matter how it's supported, they have simply made up their minds and will not be swayed by the facts.
I never asked everyone to agree with me on all matters. I've learned over the years that you learn very little from people who always agree with you. What I have asked is that if anyone wants to change my mind on a matter simply show me something other than your "feelings" to support your views.
I have core beliefs that I will not step away from but seldom do most events or situations have only one side. It's kind of like when you ask a person how many sides there are to a 2x6 board and they adamantly state four with no other possibility. So you tell them it's actually six and give the reason why, yet they still refuse to accept it. Allen Barrett
wab...
You mentioned your "core" beliefs. I was just wondering if they include such things as being an humble person, praying for your fellow man, and not having feet that are swift to mischief. Those are quality virtues, wouldn't you think.
7:46:00 AM
Do you really think you are so perfectand not swift to mischief when it comes to WAB?
You was a little swift to mischief about WAB not telling his side of the story, when he was out of town with a sick uncle, not where his computer could ding when you post..
You computer has to ding everytime a post is made.
Happened to go past Barretts house last night looked like a big party going on with cars parked all over the place. Could hardly get thru the road. Wonder how much drinking was going on there?
You should of stopped and joined them. I bet no drinking, but a lot of Charter talk.
I could care less what mr. van zant does. It really isn't the issue pertaining to janet.
Over all we have an excellent form of county government - with one big exception. Citizen input is basically denied and muzzled. From all appearances, Mrs van z. puts herself in the position of being the one who rules no input with an iron fist.
Sometimes the questions may be dumb in my view, but that doesn't mean they are irrelevant to those ask them and by virtue of paying taxes has that right! Based on the many very significant issues Mr Barrett has challenged and caused corrections to make things right, says we owe him more than a disrespect when discussing financial and other county matters.
Right wrong or otherwise, the process of government muzzling the public when it comes to "public" business, reminds me of a bannana republic mentality - run by two bit dictators. It's very negative & gives our community a black eye and image of corruption!
Janet has had my vote. I don't dislike her personally. There is simply no excuse for her sending a deputy after Barrett, simply because she hates him. She will not get that vote or support this time.
7:57
Contrary to what you think, I was not the one who questioned why wab hadn't come on and explained his behavior. You see, there are others who share my same concerns. But it was not me.
You are also wrong about my feet being swift to mischief when it comes to the one you so eagerly defend. However, I am swift to point out things to wab that he should already know.
11:54
I would guess that the meeting at barrett's house was by invitation only. I doubt that there was any drinking going on, but I would say there was a lot of talk about Mrs. Vanzant, Mr. Jackson, and select commissioners. If that's what was going on, it would appear that there really is a small group (VVM) out there who do have their secretive meetings to discuss and plan strategy. If that be true, shame on the preacher. Just an opinion.
GTC says to 1:55:00
I would imagine that entry into anyone's house is by invitation only; even your's. And, why worry about what is going on in anyone's house? Paranoid? Think about it when you have a party or invite a group to gather at your house. Do you really give a flip what others think about what is going on in your house?
I bet not
No booze party, no charter party. It was a wake! OK stupid response to a more than stupid post.
To: Anonymous Saturday, February 06, 2010 3:09:00 PM
Your response to Anonymous 2:49 was:
If you had any backbone you would post your name.
mmmmm, does this mean that you don't a backbone either.
This blog is hilarious.
Back to the topic. Does anyone know if the elected official's husband has recruited anyone yet to run and split the vote in the county executive race?
4:33
Yes, it is hilarious when you consider what goes on with this blog. In reality, it is presently all about bashing and trashing specific elected officials these people do not like. I believe it's largely perpetuated by an angry and politically impotent person who is incredibly angry and resentful (describing behavior). I could be wrong about it, but that's how it appears to me.
to GTC...
Do you have a point? Consider this. Your neighbor might throw a party at his house and invite everyone on his block; you live on another block. It means that you aren't invited to the party. What a laugh.
To 7 Feb 8:47.
I almost missed the little jewel you posted about the party at my house last night.
Your statement was as erroneous and stupid as the earlier charges made about me being a disbarred lawyer from Nashville or being in a feud with Tammy Pollard. What should I expect next a revelation that I'm actually Michael Jackson in hiding?
Before you make claims about what goes on at my house at least find out where I actually live. There was no party or gathering of any sort at my house last night
other than me, my wife, cat and dog.
A neighbor several doors from me had some sort of gathering with several vehicles parked along the curb. They didn't block anyone's way and they certainly didn't act in any way that would draw attention other than possibly the number of vehicles.
If we choose to have a party if you would leave your name I would be more than glad to send you an invitation. Thanks for your overzealous concern. Allen Barrett
Where is the smart person always saying, "Get your facts straight."
So back to the thread. Who are people wanting to run for School Board, County Commissioner, County Mayor, City Mayor and Alderperson? You have district 1357 open for school board. They are Norman (1), Young (3) Greene (5) and Murrey (7). Then you have commissioner and etc. Who would you like to see in those positions. Maybe some good politicians would come forward or someone to be pushed.
I think "Carl" has a made-up name.
WAB...the guy/girl was trying to make a point. He/She did not say that you had a party. Can't you read...or should I get a kindegarten student to help you???
I am the original "Carl" who posted about the gall some had to demand an explanation from Mr. Barrett. The person who posted at 9:48 yesterday evening is apparently attempting to deceive some folks. Why else would he not provide a last name or some other means of identifying oneself from a poster with the same name.
Mr Barrett you are a much more generous person than I, as I would not explain my actions to a shadow figure, especially one who would spy on my home and family. I do not understand why they think there is no difference between a public and private citizen, nor why they think Americans should supress their right to question the people we put in office. Whoever posted that Carl is a made up name is correct when referring to the post of last evening. I do not engage in a game of "gotcha" and I do not demand of a stranger to explain his actions or beliefs. Unless I pay his salary, it's none of my business. County mayors, commisioners, school board, is a different ball game and if they do NOT explain to me what I want to know, business related then they are liars and crooks. It's black and white, unless anyone can tell me of someone who ran on the platform of secrecy and deception, that is.
Carl J Bingham
Some people are so distrustful and paranoid. Everyone is a crook and liar except for self. Where does the paranoia come from? It could be that the individual had some horrific life experiences that caused him or her to becomes distrustful and suspicious. Or, it could be the result locally of HLSS. Either way, the results are debilitating.
To: 10:18
With so many anonymous who knows who is who. This was posted first, so you learn to read. I just knew is was you.
Anonymous said...
Happened to go past Barretts house last night looked like a big party going on with cars parked all over the place. Could hardly get thru the road. Wonder how much drinking was going on there?
Sunday, February 07, 2010 8:47:00 AM
Just taking you to task.
Getting back to this thread, if the person trying to get someone to run and help his wife get elected, it could back fire on him. The person he gets to run could win.
That sure would be a laugh.
8:32 With all the ridiculous posts about Mr. Barrett, it can be confusing which is why the posts are started off the topic anyway.
Topic is that an elected official's husband (not the county executives husband) is trying to get a third party to run for county executive to split the vote which most likely would the incumbent in office. I do agree with you the spouse's current elected position could end up with another candidate and maybe that candidate would win, resulting in the spouse being knocked out of office. And in my opinion I hope thats what happens. Dirty politics indeed.
Carol Wade's husband is the one who's trying to get someone to split the ticket and save her friends job as county exec.
2:32
Did the person who overheard Mike Wade say that also tell you that he was just making a light-hearted comment. He meant that it would be nice if someone who had no ties to a special interest group would run. You ought to get your facts straight before you go spewing.
Libelous comments can land you in court with the responsibility of proving what you say. I believe you might be very careful about that, beginning right now.
I think this blog needs to be shut down immediately.
3:42 Who running has special interests? Please explain.
touchy, touchy 4:59 and 4:33 and 3:42
Nothing like being exposed to bring out the fangs demanding a cease to free speech.
Oh, don't "Libelous comments" have to be proven to be false before they are considered libelous?
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6:57
I'm just giving you a heads up. This blog has gotten out of hand. Some of the people who post on here think they can just call anybody whatever names they wish and accuse them of whatever they want. Hurting people and their families to further one's agenda is never right.
I am just wondering who you mean is getting hurt? I'm not the person you are addressing but curious what you are insinuating..
Why can't this post go back to the title. Candidates. Who would you like to see in different positions. This blog could help encourage or discourage someone to run.
3:42 What 'special interests' was Mike Wade alluding to supposedly lightheartedly, or is that just an excuse for his comment?
How can Mr. Barrett have a party at his house while he is in a Hiati prison for trying to smuggle kidnapped Hiatian orphans into the U.S? Come on get your facts straight.
I'm confused. Mr. Barrett can't have visitors ever? If he has company or not what law is he breaking and why should anyone care. It really pisses me off to know that you can pull up your address and your home can come up wihtout giving permission to anyone to take the picture and post it. What is happening to our country that our privacy is now public. Put in your address and see if your house doesn't come up. We can't mind our own business for everyone else minding it for us. SAD
I always thought Carol Wade was outside of the usual game playing that goes on in the local politic scene. If her husband is playing games on behalf of Ms Vanzant, even if no one runs against Carol, for sure her vote of confidence will drop dramatically. I am disappointed.
She has played games behind the scenes for a long time even before Vanzant arrived.
12:54
Don't you see? That was the whole idea behind someone's attempt to smear Carol's good name. But I don't think it's going to work. Do you?
4
;03
That is a lie!
Wanna hear more on the potential start up of a private school in Pulaski - Who is this "group" and when do they want to open? Mr. Barrett- start a new thread please.
What in the world is going on with Richland Elementary's PTO????? I am a parent but no longer attend meetings because it has become a total joke.
Is it not true that one could be held at least partly liable if he loaned his car to someone who drove the car and became involved in an accident? Would that not also be true for the owner of a newspaper or even a blog in the event of a libel lawsuit? I think it would be. The former could be found liable while the latter could be exposed to libel.
Let's put the stupid threats of libel suits to rest as they are as empty as the heads that project them.
First of all a matter has to be proven to be libel in a court of law which requires testimony under oath and the real possibility of perjury. This is why I don't post anything on here that I can't back up. I invite anyone who so chooses to sue me. You can have this blog shut down tight simply by winning a lawsuit against something that I have posted here. Why hasn't there been an abundance of lawsuits, simply because they are too costly and can not be successfully executed.
Second for a person to be charged with libel or anything else they have to be identified.
Third it has been held in court that the blog owner or administrator can not be held responsible for the content of comments posted by others.
Fourth a blog is merely an extended means of conversation where opinions are debated.
Trying to scare people into silence is a reprehensible act of a true cowardly tyrant. Allen Barrett
Well since we are on the mis practices of the miss deeds of our county officals i must ask why is the fact the the former asst. ema directer left the county with stolen county equipment and nothing has been done about it? And why is me.whitt allowed to run a office that he only has to answer to only one person and that is our county exective?
Because the county executive has declared it to be that way on both matters.
Then the woman needs to be ousted or voted out of office come August.
wab..
I would characterize the threats as mere warnings. There is a difference. Nobody was threatening your excellency. But you can be hauled into court, whether you think so or not.
To 3:56 take a lesson from Nike and just "do it". Your cowardly rhetoric has become boring and you are not frightening anyone. So either do it just stop with the whining. Allen Barrett
Cowardly rhetoric? Why don't you pray for and try to convert me if you think I'm so bad?
It's only your arrogance that makes you think you're so bad actually it's only your breath. Even Jesus said there comes a time to shake the dust from your feet and go to a more productive tree and I think that's what Mr. Barrett should do with you.
356 is like a fart in the wind. Nothing tangible. Just a foul odor that defines your presence as you come & go!
Mr. Barrett
Would you mind making a comment or two about the foul-mouthed language posted by 9:26?
Apparently the witch hunters on this blog do not know Carol Wade. I have known Carol for over 30 years. She is a good person who has very high morals. She has been a asset to Giles County in her current and past position.
I also know Mike, not as well, but I know him to be someone who might say something in joking without thinking that someone might take it sooooo serious!!!
I feel like everyone on this blog has said or done something that has been misconscrued by someone else,and has had to back pedal and explain themselves...if not you must not communicate with others!!!
Let's just say that the statement that Mike and Carol wants someone to run to split the votes is true....this is not against the law...it happens all of the time in county, state, and federal government!!! I don't think it would even be classified as a moral issue...!!!
Voting is a privilege that every citizen of the United State (within the law) has the right to do...if 20 people run for the same position.....one person is going to win...elections in Giles County are not won on the political views..they are usually won on popularity and who has or not made the most enemies!!!
Again, if you would take the time to get to know Carol Wade...I think you would not be posting this negativity on this blog.
Kathy I have to disagree with you. Deliberatly recruiting someone to split a vote in my eyes is a moral issue. If Mike Wade made a comment in jest he should have sense enough to think before he speaks about such a serious issue. Obviously he should also check out the company he makes the comment to. Someone in that group must have felt the same as I do. Regardless, Carol looses my vote this time around whether or not she has an opponent and I sincerely hope she does.
7:47
You talk like this was some sort of conspiracy between Carol and Mike. Not so!
Think about this. You say that Carol loses your vote this time. Well, stop and consider who is behind this clever movement to rid the county of incumbent elected officials who do not meet with thir almighty approval. Oh, make no mistake about it. This is all by design by those who have that agenda.
Carol is one of the nicest and most conscientious people I've ever known. She not only retains my vote, but I will be out working for her if she wants me to do so.
It's unfortunate that you are falling for this, apparently hook, line, and sinker.
To Carol
Keep your chin up and know that many many, many of us are solidly behind you. Do not let these people get to you, and remember that this is all part of their game. And they play mean and dirty.
May God continue to bless you and your household.
Sorry ladies. My decision is based on 'beyond reasonable doubt'.
9:32
Ok, cast your vote however you wish. But your spewings have just now given me not only the resolve to vote for Carol Wade but to call her up and see if there's anything I can do to help her.
By the way, I'm certainly no lady!
Obviously you are not a lady. No argument with that. And thank you for allowing me to vote the way I wish to.
What a laugher.
7:47:
I respect your right to disagree with me!!! I mean you or no one else on this blog any ill feelings.
I do however stand behind my opinion and my loyalty to someone that I consider a good friend whom I have known for more than three decades. I know Carol is a very good person and I feel if you would get to know her that you would agree. She has been a very dedicated county official and I feel that she has been a great asset to this county!!! I believe that Carol's 1st priority is to the citizens of Giles County and not to another county official.
I respect your right to vote for whoever you think is the best candidate. God Bless America and your right to do so!!!
Kathy...
Excellent post. Carol Wade is one of the best people I have ever known. And I know for a fact that Mike was just kidding around about the split ticket controversy. By the way, did you know that Carol won a state award last year for her job performance? Impressive.
What you need to understand is that there are those in Giles County who are constantly looking for someone to criticize and to ultimately run out of office if they can. These are the very same people who are constantly on witch hunts for those unfortunate elected officials who do not meet their lofty standards of performance and thinking. These are also the same people who cannot themselves get elected to office and neither can their candidates.
I would say just overlook them, but you can't. They are unrelenting in their attacks and will not go away. In my opinion, what they are doing is shameful and should be against the law.
6:14 Then Mike should have more sense than to 'kid around' on such a sensitive subject. Surely he knew his 'kidding' would eventually reflect upon his wife. I would like to think Mike Wade has learned a leasson and dropped the matter of trying to recruit a third party to split the vote. He should have known his actions could damage to his wife.
614 Lumping Carol in the same pot with Jackson and to a lesser degree vanzant, is an insult to Carol and the many good folks we have in county government.
Are you trying to say Carol, like Jackson, is ripping the county off & that's ok because "everybody" (in your twisted mind)has a right to rip the county because that's what a very few do & get away with.
11:39 I didn't see anybody lump Carol into the same category with Mrs. Vanzant or with Mr. Jackson. Who said that?
to 8:17
How much plainer can it be made to you? Mike Wade DID NOT try to recruit anybody. So why don't you give that a rest, because it's a lie.
Okay back to the post:
How would you vote:
County Mayor: VanZant or other
City Mayor: Pick someone you would like or think would do a good job.
Road Superintendent: Barry Hyatt or --
County Clerk: Crystal Greene Or--
Carol Wade or---
Commissioner: Terry Harwell or
Alan Faulkner isn't running
Tommy Campbell Or---
James Harwelll or ____
Rose Brown or ___]
Louise Faulkner or ____
Tommy Pollard or ___
Connie Howell or ___
Bill Holt or ___
Lovell or ---
Reedy or---
Woodard or ___
Walls or___
Risner or ___
Adams or ___
Stoney Jackson or ___
Tommy Pope or ___
Bailey Or ---
Wendall Wilburn or ___
Chan Harris or ___
Flacy or ---
School Board
Norman not running.
Mike Young or___
Jim Greene or ___
Bev Murrey or ___
Some others are up in Court House but can't think of the title.
Add to this. Now let's stick to the topic and see how people are going to do with this election.
These are the ones from your list that I would vote for...if I could vote in all districts:
Janet Vanzant
Tommy Campbell
Barry Hyatt
Crystal Greene
Carol Wade
Rose Brown
Bill Holt
Stoney Jackson
Roger Reedy
Mr. Lovell (don't know first name)
Mike Young
Louise Faulkner
While I haven't always agreed with a few of them on how they voted, I truly believe they are doing what they think is best. Besides that, some deserve an award for being able to tolerate the barbs and attacks from the disgruntled. And, if nothing else, that alone gets them my vote
5:32 Well thats an uniformed and irresponsible way to place a vote. Thank heavens most people in Giles county have more intelligence and will look at past voting records of those running in August before making up their minds.
5:32 obviously works for the County (either the courthouse or the school system.)
6:03
No, that's my informed decision. I wouldn't vote for a single candidate the whiners sponsor. They can't get elected anyway. You vote for who you want to, and I'll do the same. I'm only uninformed and irresponsible because I dont agree with you. LOL.
What does LOL stand for??? LOTS OF LIES????
As smart as you are, I would think you would know the meaning of LOL. For you, it could mean Lots of Lambasting.
I'm not Lambasting... just ask a question!
8:14 If you were simply asking a question, then why did you have to be cute and suggest LOTS OF LIES? We both know what LOL stands for. It sems that MAYBE you too have bought in to this idea that so many people in Giles County are corrupt liars. Otherwise, why did you say that?
Because maybe I really don't know what LOL means. Lots of Lies was the first thing I thought of. Is that a crime? The way the above posters comment about our County Officials, I figured LOL means Lots of Lies. Sorry if I offended anyone.
6:56:
LOL Means "Laugh Out Loud"!!!...when I first saw it on a blog..I thought it meant Lots of Love!!!!
Not sure who made up all of these text phrases....I really like my first impression of what LOL mean...If there was more Lots Of Love...And less Lots of Lies...there would probably a bunch of Laughs Out Loud on this blog!!!
God Bless!!!
I think we need less lambasting and a will to work together. I also think some people need to be more concerned with soul winning rather than stirring up strife and contention.
Has anyone heard who has picked up their papers to run for any office yet. We have all county positions open and school board 1,3,5,7. Any glues. In board race district 1 had Kathy Norman. She isn't going to run. Anyone have any idea who would be good to run in her place that wouldn't be a yes to Tee person. Mike Young is District 3 and Jim Greene is District 5. Rumor has it they aren't going to run as well. Murrey is district 7 and hasn't gotten paper work yet. So any suggestions on the election and who is thinking of doing what?
Folks, we need some strong and respectable people in all districts to step up and run for these positions. You can bet your bottom dollar who will be running if this doesn't happen. They can't get elected if good people will run against them. They have tried this before, and every single one of them was defeated. Think.
I sincerely hope those who are deciding at this point not to run for re-election will re-consider in light of what I just said. Don't let these people run you off. Do it for Giles County. Can't you see that running you off is what they want to do? But of course, they would never admit to that. Please give this serious thought.
7:14 & 7:16 There are are my infamous little nincompoop! Who are these mysterious ones - every single one of them - who have run before but didnt make it and want to run people away from re-election? You DO have a vivid imagination. How was your day at work? Not so good I take it.
I am one of those who have decided not to run again and the reason is I simply can not deal with the dishonesty of Mrs Vanzant any more. She isn't just incompetent she is a vindictive, evil, shrew.
9:51
Well, it's clear whose camp you're in. I just hope and pray some good and respectable people will run in not only your district but in all of them. I hate to tell you this, but if that happens, the know-it-alls do not have a chance. They know that as well.
Before closing, I just want to say that I find Mrs. Vanzant anything but the names you so eagerly call her. Even if she were a vindictive shrew, I couldn't blame her one bit. She has had to endure more character attacks, name-calling, and criticisms from the great one and his entourage. It's too bad you side with those people.
To 9:51 you need to run to make a difference. Work against her on the commission. Quitting gives her a leg up on one more member.
6:21 I did not side with anyone. I started out with about the same attitude you have about Mrs Vanzant. I had never seen her as anything other than a nice lady who was in a very tough job. My opinion changed, not eagerly as you claim but over more than three years of watching her manipulate, lie, threaten and belittle people. When I first ran for office I though Mr Barrett was a kook determined to stir up trouble I came to realize he is just a nice, very well informed, smart man who is interested in the well being of this county. Far from the know it all you describe I found him to be a rather good listener. Some may think he's harsh and overly aggressive but in light of the way he has been treated he has shown a lot more restraint than I ever could have.
9:26
I think you may be completely delusional. My vote and all the support I can give stays with Mrs. Vanzant. It's your right to think what you wish, but I believe you are totally wrong about Mrs. Vanzant. Ask yourself this question. Who is the one who has constantly tried to belittle and malign her. It's barrett.
Well, I know you guys who are out for Mrs. Vanzant's head on a platter are disturbed (putting it mildly) about her piece in the paper this week. Looks to me like she clearly explained what happened with the beer permit issue. Oh, but I'm sure you will accuse her of lying or trickery in an attempt to discredit her. But you know what? There are a lot more people for Mrs.Vanzant than against her. And you will find this out at election time.
6:21:00 AM
Have you heard, "If you can't stand the heat, stay out of the kitchen?" Same goes for elected office, If you can't stand what people say about, get out. No matter who is in office, someone will say things against them. So back up and take it.
Wed 4-59 ....Did Mrs Vanzant's Letter to the editor this week actually say something other than "Woops I screwed up , Being a highly paid official who is supposed to run the commissioners meetings I obviously didnt know either state law or Roberts rules of meetings . Both of which I have quoted from lots of times in the past -when it suited my purpose " ??
Did it ?
Parli Mentry
6:17
You and I would strongly disagree on what Mrs. Vanzant had to say. And I didn't interpret her letter as some kind of "gotcha" proof that she screwed up. I think she defined and clarified the problem. Why did she bother? Because of vindictive people like you I would think.
It was an interesting response for the County Executive in the 2 March Pulaski Citizen in that she used up a lot of words to say so very little about what she actually did and why she did it.
She states “I always follow the law as laid out by local, state and federal government.”
First thing that comes to mind in response to that statement is if it’s true why doesn’t she actually live in Giles County as required by law?
The main thing that stands out about this statement is, how can you follow the law if you don’t know what it is?
Clearly one violation of the law she committed is the simple fact that by her actions she vetoed the actions of the County Legislative Body.
Let us accept that it was as she claimed a simple mistake on her part in announcing that the vote would require a two thirds majority then declared that the measure had failed.
At that point is where the simple mistake ends and a more sinister activity began to take shape. When the County Executive, correctly or incorrectly, announced that the resolution had failed and it was recorded in the minutes as having failed with no objection from any Commissioner or other authority in the room that became officially the end of the issue.
Now she states “later during the week” she was told she had been incorrect. Legally the only way those minutes and that action could be changed was by another vote by the County Legislative Body, the only one authorized to pass or fail a resolution.
Mrs. Vanzant states, “I did not take it upon myself to make the correction, which I would never do except to follow the advice of the attorney and follow the law and protect our county”. I challenge Mrs. Vanzant to produce any and all statements where an attorney, either from CTAS, or any other source, authorized her to overturn the decision of the Commissioners. If the decision that was recorded in the minutes should have been overturned it could only legally have been done by another vote of the Commissioners.
Now understand the County Attorney had advised against issuing a beer permit to anyone until after the State Attorney General had issued an opinion about the legality of the actions. Mrs. Vanzant personally was involved in directing the Beer Board members that they could approve the permit immediately and gave the order to Carol Wade to issue the permit.
There is much that can be speculated about as to why the County Executive acted as she did but the one thing that stands out and can not be disputed is that she exceeded her authority as County Executive by vetoing the Commissioners and ordering a beer permit to be issued before the matter was cleared up. This is inexcusable behavior from anyone and especially from someone who has been the County Executive for over seven years and should have known better. Allen Barrett
wab
Again, you show your ignorance, your rear end, and your hatred and jealousy. Why can't you just accept the fact that Mrs. Vanzant IS the county executive (elected by the people) and that you are politically impotent?
To counter your latest mean-spirited attack on Mrs. Vanzant, I would just tell you that she has my continued support. Because of those like you, I will help her in any way I can during her campaign. But I'm already doing that.
You sit back like a spider in the web who is waiting to pounce on a bug that makes a mistake. Who appointed you the sheriff of Giles County? You did.
As I said on that latest "very positive and enlightening" thread you started, Mrs. Vanzant IS a good and decent woman who works hard to serve the people of Giles County. Just because she doesn't do things to suit you doesn't make her deceitful or incompetent. Everyone can't be as perfect as you seem to think you are. What a laugh.
By the way, I think your behavior is what is inexcusable.
All of you that say you support Mrs. Vanzant and think she is a good person, listen up and read slowly!
As a previous employee of Giles County and along with several others that will say the same: You will never know this woman unless you have worked with her or for her.
SHE IS EVIL, PERIOD!
She starts most of the rumors on herself for reasons of getting re-elected and on others people like Jacksons and Wade for the same purpose. Just keep the light off of her. Smoke and Mirrow.
She is only concerned with self and running everything and everybody. Seems to be working well for her so far.
2:42
You are delusional, and your charges are false. You have joined the hate-mongering throng. But that's ok. We are all entitled to our opinions.
I am just thankful that the biggest percentage of Giles Countians do not post mean and nasty comments on this blog. Even more importantly, I am thankful that the majprity doesn't read this mess. And I do know what I am talking about. The hate-mongering is being carriend on very methodically by a very very small group. Good!
Nope the 2:42 is right and the worst part is when she throws her son into the mix. That is low.
Exactly 8:43!!! She did just that the last election. She is a cunning old hag that woman. However, she has revealed her hand and her lies can only be covered up for so long. She will get hers in due time...probably in the form of not being re-elected! Let's hope so!! Any of us who have had these personal experiences with her have no one to prove anything to. It is just so shameful a person can be so deceitful and backbiting and all along fool so many people. She has become quite the talk in many circles. People are fed up and ready for her to go. Well, Janet I think your game is up.
signed,
Previous JV supporter who is sick of her lies.
2:23
Well, I truly think there's a small group of malcontents who are :fed up" with being powerless and who want her to go along with every other elected official they deem unworthy. The funny thing is that those this little band is so against were all elected by the will of the voters. Wiykd their atempt to get the charter passed be a clever way to negate the people's will and rid the county of those they see as unfit? Think. They way I see it, it's that same little group (small circles) who are trying to fool a lot of people.
Mrs. Vanzant continues to have my support. What's more, I now plan to help her campaign in any way I can. You have given me that determination.
Yypo. I meant to type....Could their attempt to get the charter passed be a clever attempt to negate the people's will and rid the county of those they see as unfit?
At first glance, that may seem a bit far fetched. However, do you really trust those who are calling for the heads of practically all of our elected (by the people) officials? Have you ever questioned their agenda? I do.
Surely, you don't believe that those who run around town calling people nasty names and making all sorts of accusations are more concerned for the people of Giles County than they are in gaining control. I don't.
What is the matter? No one will talk to you, so you answer all of your own postings.
9:03
My, but aren't we busy with the spewing this morning. No, I merely responded to a post, and it was not my own.
Here's something you apparently fail to grasp. There are plenty of people like me out there who will stand opposed to the hate-mongering. And you will see that at election time.
Not many picking up papers to qualify to run.
That's because many of them are tired of the constant attacks by a non-existent and overly critical group. It's sad, because they will be running their candidates. This time, I suspect that they will hold off on picking up their papers til the absolute deadline so they can see who they will be up against.
I would appeal to all commissioners and school board members to not let these people run you off. If you can't or will not seek re-election, at least try to find some good and respectable people to step up and run aginst them. Show them that their attack and smear campaigns will not work.
6:09 why don't you run or is it just your mouth that works.
12:03
No thanks. I'd probably have to run against you if I did. Besides, I wouldn't tolerate the name-calling one bit.
Does anyone have an update on who has picked up their papers to run again or first timers.
4:49 Call Cathy Bassham in the elections office. She will tell you.
I thought someone on here would have an idea.
After reading the paper and seeing that Jerry Byrant the man behind the mess at PES is running for the School Board I am disgusted. How can someone who proved so totally incompetent as chairman of the Power Board even consider being on the School board.... Dr. Garner called it right when he said Jerry Byrant is a yes man nothing but a yes man.
I have only heard that one person is running for mayor, that woman, i know for a fact she is crooked, i pray we have someone else who is willing to take on such horrible job! Anyone else? If not we are all in serious trouble!
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