Yet Another Crisis For County Government
With over a year since Microsoft announced they would end support for their XP Operating System, it was announced this morning in the County Legislative Meeting that no preparations have been made for this change that will take place on 8 April 2014.
At the present time it isn't even known how many computers the county has that still operate with the XP System. No plan has been made as to which computers can be upgraded with new operating systems or how many will be more feasible to replace. Currently there is not even an estimate as to the cost of this latest "crisis".
This is the way the county has operated under the County Executive's leadership moving from one crisis to the next without any plan to meet future problems in a more efficient manner. How much longer will this county suffer from such unprepared leadership?
At the present time it isn't even known how many computers the county has that still operate with the XP System. No plan has been made as to which computers can be upgraded with new operating systems or how many will be more feasible to replace. Currently there is not even an estimate as to the cost of this latest "crisis".
This is the way the county has operated under the County Executive's leadership moving from one crisis to the next without any plan to meet future problems in a more efficient manner. How much longer will this county suffer from such unprepared leadership?
posted by Allen Barrett | 10:41 AM
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Is there a tech portion to the budget? Don't get me wrong, at this late date the price will be astronomical to make all the county's systems compliant. I just wondered if there was money designated just for that.
Ray
I would not imagine that this is the crisis it is being made out to be. First of all, XP is still in use by 37% of all desktop operating systems, according to zdnet, and is the 2nd most popular OS in the world. That's millions upon millions of computers. Even though Microsoft will not be issuing any new bug patches or security patches, for security you can still protect systems through other means, which are readily available, as is advice on how to stay safe and keep using XP. XP is an old and stable operating system, and by now it is really unlikely that any significant bugs remain to be discovered and fixed. Most vulnerabilities are in software and browsers, and poor procedures, not in the OS, anyway. So let's not have a hysteria attack over our county offices doing something that millions of others are doing as well, which is sticking with a tried and true system for a while longer.
12.09 However, under Mrs Vanzant's 'five year plan' shouldn't she already have set her goals for when the computers are obsolete, AND have some idea of what the inventory is? These numbers should be available through GASB for which she is responsible as county executive.
12:09 Thanks for a good and informative report. Sticking with tried and true is best. I believe most voters will think that too when they vote in August. Sometimes change is not what we need. Obama is a good example of the kind of change we do not need.
I know nothing about the county. I'm just interested in this XP system. My computer crashed and I was told I could no longer have XP. I hate the new, had to get new programs to work with it and they don't do the way I was use to. I would like to know if it's true I can find XP on a new computer. If it's true you can't find XP anymore I feel so sorry for the county. An expense the county or no one else needs.
12:09
So there has been a plan thought out, written and implemented in regards to your post? 4 weeks away is not a long time to put your strategy in place. Can you please post the date of the county commission meeting in which the procedures you discussed will be implemented, and who will be providing the service for the patch work, provided on the XP system?
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If you want to install XP on your computer, I would recommend going on EBay and buying it. You need a "full installation" version, and I would recommend XP Professional, not XP Home. Then you need to go to Microsoft's website to download and install ALL of the updates and patches as soon as possible before they take them down off their site.
Please note 12:55: It is incorrect to say that the "computers" are obsolete. They may be, but they may not be. The issue is the Operating System that runs them. You can purchase copies of Windows 7 Professional (the most widely installed OS in the world) for about $150/computer. The newer version, Windows 8 will run about $50 more. So this isn't a big deal. There may be other issues, depending on the software they use, and the size of their computers' memories. But assuming that they have adequate memory and their software is compatible with Windows 7 or 8, we are not talking a lot of money here.
Blogger Allen Barrett said...
Let me clarify a couple of things. First I have for over ten years been begging the county to implement a five, three year plan with a one year budget until last month my requests have fallen on deaf ears. I even wrote about it as part of my plan if elected Last month Mrs Moore brought up the subject and was roundly applauded for the idea buty as yet there is no plan for even what to do next month much less for years ahead. That tried and true method used by the county of going from one fire to the next without a clue about fire prevention has helped get the county in the mess that now exist.
The XP System while good while it lasted is way outdated now. Microsoft has decided that it is impossible to fix and maintain thus they are dropping support for it. What this means according to Microsoft is that the system will no longer have fix patches for it and that it will be severely subjected to malicious malware and hacking. As stated in the meeting this morning by the County Executive, "we sure can't have that".
If the computers are of good quality simply removing the XP system and replacing it with a more modern operating system such as Windows 7 would fix the problem. If the computers, as I suspect, or older and ready to be retired then a replacement with a new system would solve the problem. At this moment, inspite of this being known for over a year, no one knows for certain how many county computers are using the XP system therefore no one knows how many will have to be fixed or replaced. Evidently not all county computers are using the XP system but one thing is obvious the cost will be huge when you consider the cost of a new operating system and the labor cost of removing the old system and installing the new one.
The one thing that stands paramount is it will be costly and totally unplanned for.
If the computers are working satisfactorily, then what is the problem? Unless I miss my guess, doesn't the county have auditors who tell them what they can do? That being the case, you didn't need to propose anything. I say this respectfully when I tell you that this simply wasn't your call. Maybe you should have discussed this with the commissioners in your district. Otherwise, and I could be wrong, this thread looks a little like grandstanding for votes. Maybe I'm wrong, but that's how it looks to me.
Well 6:03 respectfully speaking you are wrong. The concern that was expressed by the County Executive and the commissioners is that with the XP Operating System being dropped by Microsoft they were be greatly subjected to malicious malware and hackers. No the county does not have auditors that tell it what they can do. Auditors speak to issues after the fact such as whether the money was brought in, processed and spent using state approved guidelines. If computers are needed based on the department heads determination then computers are generally purchased if money is available.
I fail to see how suggesting a plan for replacing equipment and filling the needs of departments would be grandstanding to anyone who has ever worked with a budget.
I know when tires will be needed for my vehicles and plan for that, I know when my lawnmower will need to be replaced and plan for it I also have reserve funds for emergencies but never use those emergency funds for day to day household expenses. That's what a budget is all about planning for the future and how to use your resources for maximum effectiveness, something the county has not done in at least ten years.
I see one of the 7th district Candidates is already being attacked.
Now tell me who starts it.
7:38
What the hell? Are you Barrett's bodyguard or something? Nobody can dare ask him a question without your piping in some smart-assed remark.
He's clever and doesn't need your intervention anyhow.
Windows XP is soon to be obsolete. However, I have just updated several computers that run XP so that they will operate for at least a year. Windows XP will run any software the county needs with the free updates provided by windows. The county needs to set aside money over the next year that will update computers, from most important to lowest, to run windows 7. Window 8 is a true pain in the rear because they created it to fit a tablet format. The right computer tech can make this an easy process for the county. There is absolutely no need to call it a "crisis".
Disclaimer:I was not at the meeting however--
If it isn't a "crisis", why did the Co Exec bring it up? Instead of just handling it?
Watch any news program where they've even stated the possibilities of fraud at any ATM, due to running on XP. Yes one can change OS, but what about costs of the devices that won't run properly with 7 or 8. Maybe the exec isn't tech friendly an that's ok, but what about financial, personnel, employees, or even a commissioner ever just ask about it-maybe bring it up at a meeting?
Guess we know where all this will be purchased, since there won't be adequate time to advertise,bid it out and review bids now huh?
And btw, I'd be ok with the stuff/business to a local entity but it just really looks like a planned mistake and padding friends again.
738....I wish the same logic and rules applied to Mr. Barrett when he "dare ask a question."
Oh and no mention of it on wksr's report of the meeting today--skipped over that little tidbit.
Looks like they will prob need to use that 20 thousand for an architect to draw up an ambulance service to keep the county records safe.
I don't know if I would refer to it as a "crisis" but the face that Microsoft will no longer issue security patches for XP makes every computer vulnerable to hackers and identity thieves. Do you want your property tax information, your kids school records, and God only knows what else exposed? I hate to agree with WAB, but this is another example of poor leadership and preparation by County government. It seems that the only time Mrs VanZant acts is when the fire is already burning. There are few proactive measures taken, by this government.
I think it's proactive that Mrs. Vanzant chose to bring it up rather than handle it herself without taxpayers knowing what's going on. Either way, she loses with you guys, because had she handled it, she would have been accused of doing something secretive and behind closed doors.
Mrs. Vanzant has my vote and any support I can give her...just like before. I don't go for attack dogs. And I do not think her opposition will resort to dirty politics, so why should you? She never has stopped to that level.
Proactive only a few weeks out? No. Yes if she "handled" it by waiting 4weeks before system becoming vulnerable, then say spending say 75k to replace everything w/o bids approval etc....yeah that's a problem.
Vanzant DID NOT bring this up it was Commissioner Jackson. Vanzany sat there without a clue about what he was talking about.
Apparently you are clueless about what PROACTIVE means.
Here's something proactive....Mrs. Vanzant will get my vote and any support I can give her. Yes or no...is that still my right?
Sure it's your right, don't believe that was ever in debate. Absolutely--vote for your choice. But when folks want to debate or point out lack of planning why does anyone run and start defending those shortfalls? If you don't plan that's your choice as well, but why would you join a conversation like that when there are obvious different logic's involved.
Doesn't each department set their own budget? So why didn't the department heads put this in their budgets for this year? I'm not a big Vanzant supporter, but I don't think the offices computer OS's are her responsibility any more than software updates for each office are. And if Commissioner Jackson brought it up at the meeting, then he probably knew about it before the meeting. Why didn't he take it to Vanzant as soon as he figured it out rather than waiting and making it an announcement at the meeting? Seems like the same old thing in this County with everyone trying to make each other look bad and not doing what is best for the County and "trying" to work together to help the County be the best it can.
9:36
That was an excellent post. So true.
I posted earlier, but yes I do agree with 936.....why DID this whole thing sneak up on us....how did no one catch this prior?
Tuesday, March 18, 2014 8:14:00 AM
Why do you act like you do?
No one gives a hoot who you vote for or support.
Drama! Got to change the subject.
Monday, March 17, 2014 9:57:00 PM
Surely you're not cg and lost your religion.
Cg grips who started the attack on the 7th district commissioners so I wanted to point out who started it on WAB. You are right WAB is a smart man and can handle all you so against him.
You sound like the man at the cook off that can't control his temper.
9:36 Could commissioner Jackson knew about the problem because his computer crashed and when he tried to get it fixed or buy a new one, he learned he can't get XP?
And a LOT of those so against him are voters who live in his district. They know him better than the rest do.
Mrs. Vanzant does not have a proactive bone or brain cell in her. This county is suffering because of her, and it will continue to as long as our ignorant voters support their buddies instead of who is best for the job!
And as long as you guys keep trying to smudge her, I will be here to speak up on her behalf.
12:00 you have every right to show your ignorance and stupidity on here anytime you want, so far you have exceeded all expectations.
12:00 That's right keep for for someone that has done nothing to try and move the county into the future. 6:51 if you feel Mrs Vanzant is proactive then perhaps you need to think again. Microsoft announced a year ago that XP updates would end in a year. Waiting until a month ahead is far from proactive.
When it comes to computers there are all kinds of opinions. Microsoft updates systems for basically two reasons. Improvements and to make money. XP is a good OS however it is also 12 years old. Now the county surely doesn't need all the bells and whistles on new OS. The security that come with a new system is another story. It can be very highly important. There are hackers out there that are just waiting for MS to end XP support. Just to cause problems if for nothing else these hackers will attack XP machines. Yes there is other things the county can do to protect there machines without MS help. Yet they have waited until a month before support ends to even bring the subject up. That doesn't speak well for any forward thinking on the commissioners part.
Maybe Jones and the republican party of Giles County can donate the$30000 they are wasting on a useless primary to help pay for the new computers. .Thanks repukens. You are all so classy.
124.... Maybe VZ and the commissioners can give up some of that hospital money to pay for the lack of planning.....oh yeah, that's right, it's already gone.
Anonymous Anonymous said...
And a LOT of those so against him are voters who live in his district. They know him better than the rest do.
Tuesday, March 18, 2014 11:26:00 AM
Must be a genius, knows what everybody in Giles county thinks.
Bur she doesn't attack.
Maybe IDB and EDC can stay within their respective budgets. Why does this not concern you 1:24? Maybe because this is being done to the taxpayers by the ones you worship?
I've always wondered how many of these posts were made on the taxpayer's dollar.
12:00 Those who wish to speak on JVZs behalf have nothing to talk about. She is a nice lady, but she has NO business being in a leadership role.
If she reported to anyone other than the good ole boy (girl) backwards, Giles County system, she would have been out of a job long ago.
I am not a typical poster. I am not a WAB supporter. I am involved in the community. She is not an underperformer. She CAN NOT ADEQUATELY DO THE JOB!
All in the world this thread is about is to cause people to doubt Mrs. Vanzant. It didn't work before, and it wont work this time either. Clever tricvk but doomed to failure. I'm betting Mr. Stowe and Mr. Lindsey both hope you guys don't endorse either of them like it was with Scott Stewart
cg 4:27 cry cry cry. Same old s--t.
Have you seen anyone endorse either Stowe or Lindsey on the blog?
If it takes this blog to see Mrs Vanzant as a bad or good leader, God help them.
NOBODY said anyone would be endorsing those fellows. But if they know anything at all about what happened to Scott Stewart , they will both run away from those same people. They are back again doing what they can to discredit Mrs. Vanzant. I don't think these guys would dishonor themselves by being a part of such.
Mrs. Vanzant will get elected, and this county will continue to suffer. My point is not to get her beat. My point is to let everyone know that I think that JVZ is a terribly weak County Executive. The worst in the history of Giles County.
I am convinced that the county residents are not smart enough to take care of themselves. If she really cared about this county, she would withdraw.
5:19 I don't think these two men will connect themselves with anyone and especially not you.
When Harwell and Vanzant win it want be because of you.
Who is the troublemaker in Giles county? Barrett would have to come in second to the person thinks he is a christian and a gentleman.
Barrett starts a thread, no matter what it is about, you find a way to make a dig at him.
7:27 Of course not. I will be working for Mrs. Vanzant. In fact, I still have my signs from the last election.
Barrett started this thread under the guise that there is a crisis, and it's just not true. I spoke with someone who should know and it wasn't Mrs. Vanzant.
752.........lollololololol....thanks for the laugh....."someone who should know"....,seriously.
Tuesday, March 18, 2014 7:52:00 PM
Sounds more like a child with every post.
9:11
Your arrogance and hatred need some serious mental health interventions. It was once said that some people swallow things, hook, line, and sinker. I honestly think you have bought into another man's resentment and jealousies to the point that you actually are acting like a child. Look how it has affected you.
I learned a lesson a long time ago that I've found to be abundantly true. The one who is always accusing and pointing fingers at others is the one we had better watch and never trust.
4:33 looks like Vanzant has been trolling near your bed for you to have swallowed hook, line and sinker.
Yhere's a difference in finger pointing like you do and pointing out factual information like Barrett does. That's why no one can trust you dude, you keep pointing fingers at Barrett and those who disagree with you and never, never, never show just cause.
4:40
And it takes a pretty desperate individual who would seek to destroy his opposition in order to further his own agenda. There's absolutely nothing wrong with pointing that out...dude.
You bet I disagree with what Barrett and his loyal followers are trying to do. Why is there only a war going on against Mrs. Vanzant and the other 7th District commissioner candidates? Why is that? Donb't you find it odd that none of this is going on in any other districts? That's the way it was during the last election.
Even more to the point, how many other 7th District commissioners come here to attack anybody else? NONE OF THEM! And that is what's going to get your candidate defeated yet a third time.
What in the world do computers and Vanzant have to do with each other? Each department has their own budget for computers so they would take care of their own computer purchasing. Vanzant is not the tech person. It would be the job of each department to update computers not the county mayor. This is ridiculous.
Pierre Billard states:
Commissioner Jackson brought up this issues because, according to Jackson, the County computers are not only running Microsoft XP but are protected by Windows XP security software. Yes, XP is an old operating system and Windows security is not the best security software available. Jackson was concerned that because Microsoft was no longer supporting XP; therefore Microsoft would not support or update their XP version of the security software. This is a concern.
Buying new computers (with updated operating systems and security) is one solution. However, acquiring sufficient number of system licenses for the Windows 7 operating system may solve this current operating system "crisis" without the expense of new equipment.
I also suggest that the County consider acquiring a system security software package (such as that offered by AVG) which is much more robust than anything offered by Microsoft, McAfee or Norton. I am sure that there are individual computer versions as well as network server versions of these operating systems and security packages.
Again, the County does not necessarily have to acquire all new computers. Granted some systems may have to be retired; but, a multi-year budget (as was suggested in the defeated County Charter) should have provisions for upgrading computer systems and necessary software.
This effort will require leadership, and the willingness (of the County Executive and Commission) to look ahead into the future as to what is best for Giles County to operate as an efficient and effective government.
Knee jerk reactions (the current management style used by our County Government) to any problem is not the way to manage and administer any business or government. Waiting for your infrastructure to crumble and fail is not the way to run this County. Throwing money at the problem is even a worst management technique.
Just a few ideas and opinions I have - Pierre Billard
6:21 while Vanzant isn't the tech person guess where the money will come from for those computers and where the approval to but those computers. The departments submit a budget for their spending and they didn't include anything about this in their budgets. No plans so now with less than a month to go they have created another crisis instead of a simple problem that was planned for.
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:21
Good post. There isn't a crisis. This is all about what looks to be one individual's grandstanding for votes. That too is ridiculous.
Wow cg is in rare form this morning.
With ever post he makes he describes himself. He must have a mental problem or just to dumb to know he does what he accuses others of doing.
Prove Mrs. V or the commissioners in 7th district aren't making post. With everyone signing anonymous no ones knows who is posting.
He can't understand the other district commissioners must be doing a good job or the people in that district just don't care.
I think my commissioners are doing a good job, so why complain.
Complaints have been going on about Harwell and Vanzant for years. This is nothing new.
8:39 And yet, they are quite popular and keep getting re-elected. Stand by for a repeat performance. The more you guys try to tear them down, the more votes you get them.
Why can't you folks just support your candidates and stop trying a strategy that failed you miserably in the past election?
Well to 433...I wasn't aware that a sense of humor dictated that I have arrogance and mental problems.
You really believe that because I thought the statement from an anonymous person about speaking to "someone" who should know I have problems? That strikes me as funny..
And the folks who call this grandstanding by Mr Barrett.....? Well let's hope Mr Barrett doesn't come up with the idea that the members of the legislative body "breathe"....... They'll denounce that as trouble making and refuse to draw a breath.....oh...guess we will need an ambulance service-
8:51
You can't visualize a scenario wherein one speaks to another who knows something to be factually true? And just because it is posed that way, it is necessarily incredible? Come on; surely you are smarter than that.
I don't think anyone actually accused anyone of grandstanding on the part of Mr. Barrett. To say that's how it appears is quite different from actually making the accusation.
Unfortunately cg, your "factually true" information is not always correct. I'm sure it's just your sources, but you should verify your facts before you post. Ya know, just to make sure.
Anonymous Anonymous said...
11:17 (11:42)
It is not true that Mrs. Garner has resigned. I called and checked on that myself. So who is telling lies here and for what reasons?
Friday, May 18, 2012 7:41:00 AM
We all know how that one worked out, don't we.
The system requirement variations between XP and Windows are considerable, so it's possible that much hardware may have to be upgraded along with the software.
Another problem is that Microsoft no longer sells Windows 7 boxed. It is readily available in comp stores on the internet, but MS doesn't offer any support for these. They will offer security updates until 2020 but no actual customer support.
Regardless, this does have the potential of becoming a crisis. Every day there are more and more sites and apps that won't work with Xp. I don't know how often the County updates their software, but it could well be a problem next time they do.
Ray
900-nice try.....all you have to do to find the grandstanding point is look...like the 807 comment.its "implied" because of the posted thread topic.
So along the lines of the thread topic whoever you are - if you believe the XP issue to be non existent--go ahead an put your banking info into your computer about Apr 8....and wait to ask your person in the know why you got hacked. Guess people told Noah there wouldn't be a flood too.
Why can't you folks just support your candidates and stop trying a strategy that failed you miserably in the past election?
Wednesday, March 19, 2014 8:48:00 AM
Why should others take this advice and you can't take your own advice?
I don't care who is elected and who's not. I just think you should not be allowed to post like you do nothing wrong and others do.
Your Argonauts is my problem. You shouldn't be allowed to get away with it. When you stop I'll stop, but I will keep on as long as you do. So guess there is no stopping, you will never stop. I'm not saying stop posting I'm saying stop tell others not to do what you are doing.
I think you have joined in with someone's resentment and jealousies of Barrett. Looks like he's keeping the officials feet to the fire. Are you Gonzalo? I can see him not liking Barrett because he and T Jackson got Barrett stirred up. lol
I don't know much about computers but know when I had to get a new computer a few months ago, I had to also buy new programs.
I just hope the county knows someone that can keep their computers going and not have a big expense.
I think David Rackley could help them.
Now I'm on the shit list for mentioning Rackley.
Hasn't that been the plan all along 12:32? No time to go through the bid process, got to hand it to somebody.
Election time is coming up and the voting process has to be friendly to the incumbents. And we know who services the voting booths.
1:40 Why don't you be specific about your allegations and sign your name? This is your chance to show your mettle. Come on!
2:58 Will you show your mettle and sign your name? laughing
6:22
Will you? Laughing hysterically at the childishness. Will you now take your marbles and go home? Please do.
I'll echo 1:40's sentiment and go ahead and say the timing does seem suspicious. When this becomes an official crisis, who's gonna be the one they call because of "time constraints?" I say rackley; what'chall say? I will now sign my name to show y'all how easy it is.
Ray
7:44 NO! But I will say I posted:
Wednesday, March 19, 2014 12:32:00 PM
Home is to far away and loaned my marbles to CG, thought he needed them. lol
10;18 Approximately how old are you? I ask because of your behavior.
Oh, and are you and the other county troublemakers members of that grand old party? My guess is that you all are. The sheer arrogance and the way you folks talk down to those who disagree with your opinions and views make me wonder. And it is that arrogance and condescension from your all-knowing perch that causes people to vote for the other guys. I've not seen the first one of them on here spouting and spewing. Not one!
6:51 How do you know any of these Anonymous aren't any of your buddies?
Could it be because you are the only one attacking Barrett and anyone that disagrees with you?
You get upset because 10:18 loaned you his/her marbles? lol
10:32 Sounded like he/she gave David Rackley a complement. You mean you don't like him either?
I'd much rather be a member of the grand old party that the party with the objective of killing unborn children.
How does a Christian justify supporting those who murder innocent babies?
Thursday, March 20, 2014 6:51:00 AM
So you didn't like my post of loaning you my marbles. You've said you were a man, didn't you ever play with marbles?
What was wrong with my post of 12:32 you didn't like? I had to buy a new computer and ending up buying new programs that didn't work the same way as my old ones. That's a fact.
I know David Rackley knows about computers and meant nothing by that comment. I knew some don't like him, but if he can help save the county money what is wrong with that?
I've read where you twist people's post, now I believe it.
How do you know Rackley can save money? How do you know Rackley is not inflating the price of his services if the bid process is not used and you do not have a quote from comparable companies. I know people who have used Rackley and will not go back to his company because of the service or should I say lack of service provided by his company. It is my opinion David has not earned the trust you extend to him.
Oh well. I thought keeping XP program running would keep the county from buying new computers and new programs. That is very expense.
Don't know anything thing about his price.
Are you the one some call CG?
This stinking blog is also hurting David Rackley's business if that be true. It's just a shame.
5:41 If what is true about David Rackley?
If you think the blog stinks why don't you stay off it?
11:04 It stinks, the filth being told on David is a lie, and I will make no further comments when all these character assassinations stop. The idea that things are being said on this blog to harm Mr. Rackley's business because some troublemaker put forth the idea that he manipulates votes (you bought into it)is beyond low-down. It's things like this as well as the continuing attempts to malogn and smudge Mrs. Vanzant and of course the 7th District commissioners is why I keep tabs on what you people are doing. I point this out, and will continue to do so until it stops or I am threatened into silence.
Mr. Barrett, I can't thank you enough for this post! My phone has literally rung off the wall. We have sold 12 new computers since Monday. Nine to new customers. While I think your "crisis" is nothing more than you making a mountain out of a mole hill, I greatly appreciate it.
I will not give my "solution" on here, but will welcome any more calls and provide free consultation regarding this post. 931-363-6922
To those that criticize, I am very thankful that when you think of computers and technology you think of Rackley Technologies, David Rackley and/or my staff.
While we don't claim to know all the answers, I would put my staff up against any other group in IT and computer problem solving.
Thanks again, Mr. Barrett!
I guess if it's not a crisis you're probably still running '98, eh dave? I've no doubt that you will not give your "solution" on here as it is extremely difficult to upgrade a system from a blog, dumbass. Folks who know no better may believe that you have a "one button" fix for the problem, but that's just another fantasy you are living. Hang in there though; perhaps there are 13 stupid people out there so you may get one more customer.
So its not a crisis but you have sold 9 new computers and your phone is ringing off the hook? I think you have been watching too many Obama speeches.
Nice burn, 12:21. rackley can't seem to open his mouth without putting his tiny foot in there. Oh well, I guess you can give him a "D" for dumbass.
David, I an so sorry I said you might be able to help with the XP problem.
My thoughts was to help with the problem. I know when my computer crashed I had more problems than buying a new computer. These new programs that don't work like my old is my headache.
I expected to get back lash for thinking you could help. Never thought about all this shit you are getting on here.
Don't feel bad, 2:08. The rackster brings it on himself with his "crap-don't-stink" "holier-than-thou" attitude. You have no idea of the countless, vulgar comments he makes on here anonymously. He deserves anything anyone might say about him. Many folks forget that the style of their posts are almost as good as a signature. Super dave is one of those.
5:41
I think you are confusing David with someone else who no doubt gets on here and posts a lot of derogatory stuff about others anonymously. And there is the individual who deserves every bit of the criticisms that come his way. How frustrating has to be to be a partaker in this.
Furthermore, I agree that there is no crisis and that this looks like another attempt by Allen Barrett to grandstand for votes.
I agree with 6:42. For those who know what they are talking aobut on her and not trying to stir some S..., the XP dilemma is not as bad as has been stated. Microsoft will no longer support the system, but others will continue to upgrade to prevent corruption of the system. Those who are making a lot of noise about this just to throw darts at the County Mayor should shut up and give it a break.
I think that was the purpose of this thread...to throw darts at our county mayor. That's nothing new to this blog.
5:41 are you saying the post on here are not really "anonymous"? Are you the blob administrator? If so please let us know who all is really posting! Let's open this can of worms !
5:41 sounds more like Ray!
Sounds to me like the "dumbass" you refer to in your post is making a beeline to the bank $$$ with all your endorsements!
6:42 & 7:59 You never stop amazing me. You say Barrett is grandstanding for votes. hat is attack against him like you accuse others of doing Harwell and Vanzant. The kettle likes to call the pot black.
Others want stop if you don't.
11:04 That's how it appears. Clever, wouldn't you say?
The person who threw the first dart at the County Executive was Commissioner Jackson when he announced the "crisis" in an open public meeting, namely the County Commission Meeting.
Was he grandstanding? Yes. Did he make it sound like the entire County IT system was going to completely fail in 3 weeks? Yes.
Was his solution to spend the money to acquire all new computers for all County Offices? Yes.
Has anyone in the Giles County Government given this "crisis" any indepth thought? I seriously doubt it.
Has anyone in the Giles County Government considered what will be the most logical, efficient and cost effective way to resolve this "crisis"? I seriously doubt it.
Ray signs his posts, 10:07. You obviously don't know anything about owning your comments. I do, however, agree with 5:41 if that makes you feel any better.
Ray
10:52 = rackley. See, it ain't that hard. Oh 7:28, did you notice cg ain't got squat to say when confronted with actual facts? Although I'm sure he tried in his itty-bitty brain, he couldn't figure out a way to make your post into something bad about Barrett. Too damned funny.
The remedy for this is not to go out and purchase 150 computers that the county gov't may need. Go buy the Windows 7 or 8 and buy a license to install it on all the computers. Some of the older computers may need more memory, but that is not that expensive. Give it a try before the sky falls as some may think.
7:28 I agree with you that Mr. Barrett seemed to be grandstanding for votes when he came up with this "crisis" thread. What a laugh. The people around town in city government say their computers are working just fine, albeit upgrades have to be made from time to time.
9:59 On September the 10th 2001 there was no one who believed that there was any danger to the World Trade Center just two days later the whole world knew what had happened. Barrett wasn't grandstanding only reported what was said in the meeting, unlike the radio report that didn't mention Commissioner Jackson's warning. This is the problem with this county they wait until a problem has become a crisis or a disaster before they will do anything about it. Sort of like we can glue it back together but not prevent it being broke.
There IS NO crisis!
The smart, know it all one has spoken, "There is no problem."
If you think the county government has a crisis, call the director sof schools and ask what the school system is going to do? The school system has 30 times as many computers that are XP.
Well what we, the average over paid citizen of Giles County should do is ..... accept a 50 cents increase in property taxes and $50 wheel tax so that all the computers in the county school system and government can be swapped out for new systems. All school emloyees and County employees then can go to specialized training to learn how to operate the new computers with Windows 8.
Or .... we can look to Terry Harwell to solve our IT problems. Seems that he has held numerous different jobs over the past few years and he is a self proclaimed expert in all matters that are associated with the County.
Here we go again with another jab at Mr. Harwell. All you are doing is getting him more votes and less votes for the wannabe commissioner. Watch and see; Terry will be the top vote getter, followed by Mrs. Coleman and Mrs. Goolsby. But keep digging.
It don't matter if Terry gets all the votes cast in the county plus the usual hundred or so that are added to the totals he's still a double dipping unqualified hate mongering incompetent piece of trash.
5:57 Why don't you stop this? And there are NO votes added to his totals. That's another troublemaking lie.
Here are the DISTRICT SEVEN winners in August:
Terry Harwell
Vickie Coleman
Shelley Goolsby
And if Shelley wasn't running, Tommy Campbell would be among the winners. Let's face it; your guy is going to lose again no matter how much mud you try to sling.
So we already know who is going to win. Don't you know that is leaving the door open to think the election can be fixed. Why don't you is up and say you hope this is the winners.
If Terry Harwell is the man you think he is he wouldn't be running since he works for the Finance Department.
I don't care who wins, not my district. We have good commissioners.
You don't see them out loosing control in public. Throwing water in anyone's face. They may not like WAB, but they are out saying he is grandstanding. They are trying to run a descend election.
Is Rackley still servicing the voting booths?
I meant voting machines.
That's right 9:10 you keep voting for people that are not qualified and still expect the county to move forward.
I am sure that the CG and the "friends" of the current commission will undoubtedly get riled at the following question; But .....
I wonder if Terry Harwell will attend the 4th Annual Professional Ladies Luncheon? Either as a guest or paying his own way?
Your right 7:57. People just keep voting for someone that they know isn't the best person for the job. Qualifications don't mean a thing to them.
1:02 You got that right. It's relative, friend or who can help me.
This is a perfect example of Barrett telling a lie and causing strife in the County. There is no crisis. It is just made up bullcrap to stir up shit.
To 3:15 who seems to have a very firm grasp on what is said, done and thought in Giles County ....
If it is not a "Crisis" why did Commissioner Jackson state in public that Giles County will be experiencing a "CRISIS"??????
Those were Jackson's words not Barrett's.
Of course you might say that you were not attending the County Commission Meeting and therefore you have no knowledge as to what was stated.
Jackson is just as big an idiot as Barrett. Neither are very smart, and their attitudes are as terrible as your punctuation, 4:08.
Wow, Cg don't like Jackson.
Nice name calling cg.
10:38 Is everyone a CG who does not agree with you?
No, Just you.
Is everyone that disagrees with you friends of WAB or "you guys"?
Poor, poor, poor CG it seems that he does not like many people and everyone is picking on him. People even tell lies on him. Poor, poor, poor CG if the facts make his mind cramp then he picks on punctuation.
It must be lonely to be not liked.
Yeah 3:15 I am right there with you. Barrett is the biggest liar! Especially when he told everyone that they could keep their current healthcare provider. I know he did not say that but Im pretty sure that he reported on it somewhere so that makes him a liar. Doesnt it?
If that is what it takes to be a liar then what are you saying about our local news 7:35?
Your logic 7:35 or really the lack there of makes no sense what so ever. You make an off the wall statement then back up then come again without any facts to support your claim. Maybe next time you can stop and think over what it is you want to say. Maybe even something without calling someone a liar.
6:24 How many Christian Gentlemen are posting on the blog?
Saw a post on Face Book early this morning, was that you? Timing fit.
Well Dick! That's my point. People are always calling Barrett a liar and never have proof to back it up. Barrett is being called a liar for reporting what Commisioner Jackson called a crisis. I do not understand why people think that Mr. Barrett is an easy target. He will not take anything laying down and he does do his homework. Next time I will post a sarcasm disclaimer.
Jackson called it a crisis because he probably doesn't know how to use a computer. Barrett called it a crisis because he is dumb and looking for any excuse to be critical of county government. There is no need to post a sarcasm disclaimer because you are as stupid as the other 2. If you have a problem with that, post your name and we can discuss it in person.
Stoney didn't go along with the wheel tax and that must of pissed someone off.
Im sorry James but can you be more specific as to who you are because the only James Hargrove I know passed away a couple of months ago.
I think James is the one thinks he/she is a country gentleman.
Something I don't understand is why the newspaper didn't say anything about this problem. They reported on the commission meeting but nothing about the computer problem. I also don't understand why those who talk about the problem get attacked and those who created the problem or let it go are defended.
Because those who control Giles County do not like for anyone to bring up anything that is negative or complain about how our monies are spent and the County is governed. "We have done it this way for 200 years" is the stance of the powerful few.
anyone you has the guts to point ot any negative issue is immediately denounced.
That may be one of the dumbest posts I have ever seen on this blog, Dick. It's even far beyond some of the dumb shit CG and Ray have posted. If you couldn't see the sarcasm, and you didn't, you are an idiot.
8:57 are you talking about this post: Thursday, March 27, 2014 11:52:00 AM? That is then one I saw with Dick's name on it. Must of got next to you. lol
Perhaps 8:57 you need to reach behind you and grab your pants and say woo-boy. You are getting to the point where you might bust a blood vessel. Made once you cam down you could post your opinion in a more civil manner.
No, I posted it in the manner that it deserved. Perhaps you should calm down and make sure to spell words properly. All of your posts appear to be the work of a 3rd grader.
A teacher should have a little common sense and not be so judgmental.
Thursday, March 27, 2014 7:35:00 AM
Dumb post for a teacher.
You got me 9:27. How did you know?
Now see 3:11 you can post in a better manner without the necessity of calling people names. However it appears that I am not the only one that didn't interpret your earlier post as you intended it to be read. As for spelling I'll have to improve upon my proof reading. But we have deviated from the subject of the blog. Perhaps we both can now address the Microsoft XP update issue.
Why Bub I knew it was you. Anyone that knows a lot about computers knows who most of the Anonymous people are.
I would say just ask a certain person, but if I mentioned his name the s--t would hit the fan by a few.
3:30, Should have known. Come see me sometime.
To the Enabler: the more things change, the more they stay the same! I want to point out a few things that you do to HURT those you claim to want to help, but you do it on purpose! You are also a hypocritical, pompous, arrogant, cyber-bully and the candidates you claim to be doing "everything in your power" to see they are elected are cringing when they hear of the help you give them! First of all, helping someone means that you never, ever tell a potential supporter that the candidate does need or want a vote! Next rule for assisting a candidate is shout from the rooftops the good things that candidate has done. NOT enfantile things like they are a good person. Lots of good people are not qualified to hold office. Also candidates do not need your protection when their platforms are discussed. You running interference for your choices implies that they can't handle the campaign and need your protection. (End of part 1)
Part 2. Your arrogance and hypocrisy is so glaring and comical that only one other person comes to mind with that much self- righteous holier than thou spitefulness, he resides in public housing in Washington. You attack and by your own admission engage in gossip and are seemingly proud of it. In your mind there is no harm in vilifying Mr.Barrett's name and childishly make fun of him. But you blow a gasket if ANYONE speaks of one of your candidates with actually FACTS of their current or past behaviors. In your mind leave a question blank on qualifying documents is no big deal. Bankruptcies are public record and the law says they must be revealed. (End of part 2)
Part 3: but you Enabler, consider it a personal attack. The reasoning for campaigning periods are for candidate to get their messages out and for intelligent voters to do their homework. I have many close friends who actually hold an elected position. They did not get there with my vote and I consider them a dear friend. They are good people. But my votes go to the best qualified and I proudly will tell people why I feel they are qualified. If other voters disagree I am more than willing to discuss the issue. But I guarantee neither side will say that they should be elected because they are nice or those little old ethical issue don't mean anything. So Enabler vote for who you choose but if you are truly doing everything to get the elected. Then clue the rest of in on their leadership abilities! And by the way, everyone who disagrees with you or demands real issue isn't necessarily rooting for Mr Barrett. Some of us though are but I personally believe that Giles County is big enough to have many groups of INTELLIGENT votes, not just your side and "the others". Hope this helps your obvious confusion Enabler! I enjoyed it more than you know! Deanna
Did anybody even read that shit? I just saw Deanna was jabbering about CG and passed it up. It takes a real idiot to argue with an idiot.
3:30, you can go to hell for lying. First, you don't know who anyone is. Second, if you did the shit would hit in more places than the fan. One big place would be your pocketbook.
5:00 You should of read Deanna post. It fit you to a T.
But I understand you don't want to know just like you didn't want to watch the video of Terry making himself look bad.
I agree you can go to hell for lying, hating and for a lot of other things that is said on this blog. Don't know who you was talking to, I'm not that computer knowledgeable, but that is what I think.
That does leave a question in my mind. If someone found out who all of us signing anonymous as long as they didn't tell what could be done about it. They might never tell but we could get something done anonymously to us.
5:00 you talk so big and bad but you show only a big ignorance. Ignoring what Deanna had to say only shows how ignorant you are but the sad part is you are so proud of that ignorance and closed mindedness. It's the kind of thoughtless ness that has kept Giles County behind every other county in the state both intellectually and monetarily.
I have to agree with the other two comments about the one who expressed pride in their ignorance. How can anyone be so proud of their ignorance? I guess it's true the last person to know they are stupid in the stupid.
Deana,
Then vote for whomever you please and respect the rights of others to do the same. NOBODY owes you any explanations for their votes. It's a private matter, and non of your business.
I noticed from your comment about the arrogance of the one in Washington. I'm betting that you are one of the local
"Republicans" who think themselves smarter and more visionary than all the ignorant voters who happen to live here. And you people wrote the book on arrogance!
Not that it's any of your business, by votes and/or support remain with Terry Harwell, Shelly Goolsby, Vickie Coleman, and Janet Vanzant, regardless of what you think about that. I could care less. Thank God, people like you can't stop us from voting for those we choose and against those we feel would be a mistake.
Thank you for again calling me the usual names. People like you are the ones helping your hero to yet another defeat. Perhaps you should grab a Psychology 101 book and read up on human nature. People do not like to be told they are stupid. Nut keep up the good work.
Deanna,
Meant to type "But" keep up the good work, lest I'm accused of calling you the nut I think you are. HA.
4:58
Wow, I've read your blatherings on this and other threads this morning and you really are a mentally sick person.
You have a right to your opinion, even though you have been attacking everyone this morning for expressing a different view from yours. I'm sure you will attempt to martyr yourself as being picked on but my opinion of you is you are mentally ill or just a rotten individual. Your parents really failed in their job and in rearing a decent individual. They should be whipped, but they are probably burning in Hell.
And if those you list your support for share your values, we know Harwell does, speaks volumes for why one should not vote for those candidates.
We all have a right to our opinions, so why don't you start trying to tolerate those that differ from yours? I suppose it's hard to be humble when one is perfect in every way, right?
Vote your conscience, and allow others to do the same.
There you go again with another shot at Mr. Harwell along with a subtle comment about the other candidates in, OF COURSE, District 7. Does that also include Allen Barrett?
Mentally ill? Why is that? Is it because I don't agree with YOU? It's ok for someone like Deanna to get on here and "blather" but not acceptable for anyone to take issue with her?
Poor, Poor, Poor CG here again they are being picked upon by everyone and CG is very sad.
Hey folks don't you understand that CG enjoys strife? He is a FOX news junkie and he refuses to be swayed by any facts that do not support his preconceived position. Regardless of how many times you ask for CG to provide facts, he won't. Regardless of how many times you present facts CG will refuse to admit that they are wrong.
So why don't we all laugh at CG and just ignore him? Don't engage him is any debate, conversation or discourse. Just ignore him and that alone will piss him off more than anything we can do to sway his outlook or opinion.
I posted 5:56 and boy did the enabler prove my post right. Who was the first today to enter Vanzant, Harwell and the other 7th district commissioner candidates into the subject of today's posts, not only on this thread but other threads? None other than the lying, whining, enabler. And what is so sad is it attacked others for stating their opinions but expects a different standard for itself.
I'm only voting for Barrett in District 7. He seems to be the only one who actually cares about the district.
I have already begun to campaign against Vanzant. I am surprised how many people agree it is time for her to go and their trust in her to competently do the job required is not there.
I am also pleased to hear so many opposed to the wheel tax and feel if the ones in office had been on their toes their would be no need for the wheel tax.
Many are appalled when finding out how much money has been missing, how the hospital fund was robbed and nothing done about it, the horrible investment and waste of tax dollars in the Hunter Smith building, the $70,000 price of discrimination in hiring practices, the hiring of an unqualified commissioner into the finance office, paying invoices that are not on official letterhead so the public may know where or why these legal fees were paid, or going back and filling in a years worth of time cards to document overtime paid to salaried employees. The people are more informed than you think.
Was it the responsibility of our election office to verify Coleman's financial information?
I'm still confused how an anonymous phone call could start an investigation into Pete Abdo when he ran for Mayor, but when Coleman's paper work was not submitted correctly, and she did not disclose required financial information there is no action whatsoever from our election office. I wonder why. Maybe Rackley can answer this for us. While he is at it he can answer if he is still servicing the voting booths?
Strange how cg can attack others for doing the same thing she/he does. That's always been his/her way and I guess it always will be.
Be careful, I think he/she has a problem.
8:56 Good post.
Coleman is a democrat and part of the problem so she was protected, Abod was not the choice of Speer/Rackley and therefore had to be stopped.
It's the same thing with Barrett they can't control him so they have to destroy him and any chance he might get elected.
Barrett has destroyed himself in this town. Speer and Rackley didn't have to do a damn thing. Do you not find it interesting the man has to go all the way to Murfreesboro to find a church that will accept him?
4:45 Good post.
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What does that even mean, 6:20? Are you trying to make an accusation that could get you in a lot of trouble? Better watch what you say, I am pretty sure a lawsuit is not what you want. Don't get upset that Barrett gets the boot everywhere he goes.
Poor cg. Just got to get his digs at Barrett.
6:20 I thought Rackley took his girls and their friends to the river.
I admire him for entertaing his daughters and their friends.
445.....so you are saying every church in G.C. won't accept him? Assuming that were true, you ever stop to think that might be a preference to him-or maybe he has friends or family elsewhere? I think a church that wouldn't "have" you isn't a very Christ centered church in the first place without having done something you couldn't repent of. That whole comment was pretty sorry--as was the following couple about Rackley. Maybe y'all just forgot the thread topic.
My concern is still if Rackley is servicing the voting booths?
cg just don't like Barret and does everything he can to make a crack at him.
10:12
I'm one of the people you call a CG, and I find it laughable and yet sick that you are so obsessed with the idea.
As for Allen Barrett, I have never met the man and don't want to meet him, but I have seen him in action. And since I have never met him, I have no idea one way or the other if I would like him.
It is my opinion that he is NOT what our county government needs. I have a right to that opinion just as you do yours.
By the way, I think YOU are the one who brings his name up much much more than I or anyone else does. And catch this; I did not make any of the above posts. LOL.
It's a sad thing that people would rather try and attack those they dislike or disagree with on a personal level instead of on the issues. While I have disagreed with Mr. Rackley on several issues I have tried to limit my criticisms to his actions and not him personally. I removed the comment about him made on 2 April at 8:20 that reflected a personal attack via cowardly rumor.
To those concerned about which church I attend, I have no doubt any church in Giles County would be very welcoming to me and my family, that's what church families do. The simple fact is at World Outreach I not only have my Spirit fed and challenged I can be in attendance with my son and daughter's families.
The concern about Mr. Rackley servicing the voting machines. The state, after being informed of the practice, issued an order for the election office to use only certified non involved technicians.
To the sad little person who chooses to dislike me inspire of never having met or spoken with me. It takes a very twisted and closed minded person to develop such a negative attitude about anyone without being able to point to specific behaviors to justify that attitude.
My opinion is Barrett is exacly what this county needs over your, I'm a county commissioner, what you gonna do about it, double dipping, lying candidates, you support. I have a right to my opinion as well. But then again I want fiscal resposibility, personal accountability to the tax payers, and qualified people hired as opposed to friends and family who are not qualified but deemed best fit, or in other words, will keep their mouth shut when they see the tax payers are being robbed blind.
Name one good thing Harwell, Coleman, or Cambell have done to better district 7, while in their position. Or just one reason they should be suported.
It seems you like to support openly dishonest candidates that have filed false police reports against citizens after they attack them on public streets, Terry Harwell, or just don't feel they need to disclose required financial information to the voters, Coleman.
With the failure to disclose and the shenanigans that went on in our election office, with Coleman's paperwork, how can we possibly believe our elections are valid. And yes I am saying something stinks in our election office, and it may be one of the same stinches coming from the E.D.C. Hint: He services the voting machines to save the county $1000 so the other board he is appointed to may have it to compensate the E.D.C members with food and beverage.
Thank you Barrett for clearing that up about Rackley and the servicing of the voting booths. I wrote 8:44.
I did find Rackley's past comment about him servicing the voting machines, in order to save the county money stupid, since the same amount of money was being spent to feed the E.D.C. And the fact the E.D.C. can not operate within it's budget.
So the attack on the 7th District commissioners continues. That will be used against you just like it was the last time. It's sad that one feels so threatened and desperate that he or she must resort to accusations and mudslinging.
11:44 Your last sentence fits you to a T,
"It's sad that one feels so threatened and desperate that he or she must resort to accusations and mudslinging."
You should look at the video of the chili cook off. I didn't see a lie in the person's post about what Harwell said.
Oh you don't have to look at it you was there and seen what happen.
Mr. Harwell acted as most men would do when provoked and particularly in defense of his wife.
Feeling threatened by political opponents such that one has to do his best to belittle or discredit them is a horse of an entirely different color.
Was someone coming after Harwell's wife with a gun or knife?
Don't tell me you don;'t try to belittle Mr. Barrett. Do you not read what you post?
12:27 To add to 12:45's question, were you at the cook off? And specifically how was Hughes a threat to Vicky, an elected official, campaigning for Mayor at a public function?
What I saw on the video, Hughes was videoing and some man said, "watch out Terry they are taking pictures of the winner." Then Vicki starts in on Hughes and very quickly ask Terry to take over.
1:52 I find your post strange.
Yes I posted 12:45. No I wasn't at the cook off. Are you 12:27?
What was wrong with anyone videoing what was going on at the cook off?
Some times it's better to ignore people than start a fuss.
I also watched the video where Vicki was questioned by police. That was probably why she lost the mayor election. If you are in public office you need to learn to control your temper no matter how hard it is.
Barrett, are you saying Rackley was ordered by the state not to touch or tamper with the voting machines?
3:02
I know you asked Barrett a question but can you answer if Rackley is certified and non involved?
Since Barrett stated clearly, "The state, after being informed of the practice, issued an order for the election office to use only certified non involved technicians."
Or are you saying Rackley is servicing the voting machines and the state did not request what Barrett states of our election office?
Copy of a letter was posted on line under the heading "The Real Don Parr". That letter only seemed to suggest the local election commission not read the Giles county voting machines for the August 2012 election. WAB, was there another letter issued that covered ALL elections that you might know about?
12:45
Why do you think there's a war going on against all of the 7th District commissioner candidates except for Barrett? It's a stinking shame to appear that desperate that one has to try to destroy the competition.
Could it be that the 7th district commissioners are waging war against Barrett out of fear he woll wreck their gravey train? Did Coleman use her position as a commissioner to get a better job I hear she don't work where she used to.
If there is a war going on against the 7th District commissioners, it against all candidates. I noticed how cg spews about Barrett.
Campbell
Coleman
Goolsby
That combination appears to be the best fit for the 7th District
8:58 Go for it cg.
Is that the best you can do supporting your candidates?
Since you think only a few reads this blog how is it going to get out to people.
8:53/9:06
I have made it very clear that my choices, other than Mrs. Vanzant, are Terry Harwell, Vickie Coleman, and Shelly Goolsby. Had Mrs. Goolsby not entered the race, I would of course be supporting Mr. Campbell.
I am indeed thankful that most people do not read this filthy blog. I will be out in the community supporting my candidates just as I am sure you will do for yours.
You say you noticed that I spew about Barrett. All I am doing is pointing out to him and to people like you that this smut and smear campaign against his opponents is not only wrong but doing him more harm than good. Believe me when I tell you that there are a lot of people who are aware of this. It's very apparent what's going on. I found it laughable that the only thing you guys could dig up on Mrs. Goolsby is the fact that she has a job.
The City voted yesterday at a called meeting to help pay off some of the legal bills of the IDB and EDC is the County and PES doing the same?
Will they get the money back?
Who is to blame?
5:37
Your just absolutely crazy. You attack Barrett at every opportunity and lie about it. I guess we know why you are supporting the candidates you do. Birds of a feather.
Because of your support of Goolsby, I can only assume she is as dishonest as Harwell, Vanzant, Coleman, and you.
Vanzant= numerous examples of her dishonesty documented to many times to list
Harwell= a known liar= attacks citizen and files false police report= defrauds the citizens by double dipping
Coleman= can't be honest with her own financial discosure
You= enabler= a known liar and spreader of gossip
Goolsby= you support her, possible same dishonest quality you find so appealing, so she can not be good for the majority of the citizens.
5:37 If a person isn't to report the flaws in the candadites character and behavior what would you suggest they do. Would it be throwing mud if a person were a child molester and it was reported, how about if they beat their spouse or spent more time drunk than sober would those things be important for voters to know? I agree that a candidate should tell what makes then worth my vote but a comparison of characters and behaviors also are important don't you think?
7:56 So the attack on Mrs. Vanzant and the District 7 commissioner candidates continues. However, I noticed that you said nothing negative about Allen Barrett. I'm sure it was just an oversight.
Campbell = not Barrett
Coleman = not Barrett
Goolsby = not Barrett
Harwell = not Barrett, but can't win.
Cg, couldn't you say it all in one post.
Are you kidding 7:17 CG hasn't been able to say anything in hundreds of bladdering post.
7:17
My choices for 7th District commissioners are as follows:
Harwell, NOT Barrett
Coleman, NOT Barrett
Goolsby, NOT Barrett.
My choices are not the same as for 6:03. At any rate, neither of us want Barrett.
And he just made another post. What a joke he is.
Hello !!! Barrett , are you going to answer the questions ?
Or are you just going to hide and avoid answering ?
What question is Barrett suppose to answer. Looks to me like cg is the one don't answer questions.
10:54 is that not you cg?
It's now down to this idiot cg demanding answers for unknown questions. I knew the cg thinks Barrett is responsible for everything since WWII guess it shouldn't be surprising that he now thanks Barrett is a psychic. Here's a thought for you cg, I know thoughts are something you're not familiar with, but how about you answering some questions. You could start by telling us what has Barrett said about other candidates that is not true? You could also answer what has Vanzant, Harwell, Coleman and Campbell done that has benefited this county?
12:08/4:09
I am the Christian gentleman you like to mock and call names. It's always been that way with people like you, so I pay it little attention. You just can't stand any opposition to your ideas and plans. Isn't that the same thing now going on in 7th District...destroy the opposition? I think it is.
No, I made the 9:08 post but not the ones at 6:03 and 10:54. I suppose you can't stand it that there are more than one of us who read this trash and who see clearly what's going on here. Like I said, it's the same old dog and pony show from the last election. You'll probably recall that I predicted this would start up again in 7th District and against Mrs. Vanzant. I was right.
Finally, I do not owe you any explanations as to why I support Mrs. Vanzant, Mrs. Coleman, Mrs. Goolsby, and Terry Harwell. As I've suggested to you and to Mr. Barrett, why can't this election campaign be carried out without trying to tear down and destroy the opponent? Do you see ANY of the other candidates doing this? That should tell you something.NO!
Let me say that again. Do you see ANY of the other candidates in ANY of the other districts on this blog badmouthing their opponents? NO!
Do you see anyone else trying to destroy a new candidate but you?
You just can't see you do what you don't want anyone else to do.
You just can't stand any opposition to your ideas.
I think the question was what your buddies had done good for Giles County, not why you support them.
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