Exactly - I respect all those things...but that doesn't excuse him from getting the same treament as all the other politicians. When I see him stop being a Dem and start being a Conservative, I'll change my tune!
Please,,,he isn't a Dem, actually I think he changed his affiliation from Conservative Party to Republican Party. You guys/gals are relentless. Republican Party leadership only wants people to join the party who are willing to take marching orders. Otherwise you need not apply.
The Rotterdam Republicans proposed a taxing district for the REMS(including JS) - I don't think they have the moral authority to question a persons ideological convictions. They should start redefining themselves instead of attacking BM.IMHO
Good thing I'm not the "Rotterdam Republicans." I can "attack" BM all I want. I don't consider it "attacking" though - he wants to be in the public light, then so be it.
Either champion for the taxpayers, or don't. But you'll be responsible for whichever decision you make!
Angelo is a Democrat now - like all other Democrats, he's working with the Democrats. That's pretty simple to comprehend.
I worry more about Conservatives/Republicans that work with the Democrats!
So you had no problem with his sponsored regulatory legislation for the TWO YEARS as a Republican? Neither did GP or JS.
You would think the small minded Republicans would be questioning the character of Angelo Santatbarbara the likely opponent for the legislators seat. No, instead they attack their own, questioning the popular, and newly registered Republican BM's logged hours at TB meetings, and holding meet and greets to primary against a popular sitting republican who has one of the highest conservative ratings in the state legislator. Good luck!
Good thing I'm not the "Rotterdam Republicans." I can "attack" BM all I want. I don't consider it "attacking" though - he wants to be in the public light, then so be it.
Of course you're not. You're just a concerned citizen who decided to single out BM as the cause for all that is wrong with this town, and post it on a thread that you started titled "Surada for Town Supervisor". Questioning his commitment based on his attendance of town board meetings, and his appointment to the IDA by a Conservative. BM holds pretty much zero influence in Town government, yet his character is taken to task on this thread. BM's influence is now in the Republican Party, and those within the party leadership need to keep his popularity from growing, in order to protect their own positions.IMHO
This thread has a "?" after Suhrada for Town Supervisor. I heard it from someone who saw it on their myspace. Forgive me for dissemating the info (which we later learned was an April Fool's joke)
This thread has a "?" after Suhrada for Town Supervisor. I heard it from someone who saw it on their myspace. Forgive me for dissemating the info (which we later learned was an April Fool's joke)
Lighten up, Cissy.
No need to ask for forgiveness. I could care less. I just call'em as I see'em I enjoy the debate, and not letting information that is posed in the form of a (?) go unchallenged.
Gag me with a spoon! First of all AS is an oppurtunist of the worst kind. No convictions and no cojones! Secondly in my estimination BM wants so badly to be part of Town government he doesn't care who he accepts the position from. He too has no real convictions. Don't show up at dem headquarters election night or accept a postion from the dems after they get control. And I think that showing up at TBMs isn't enough, speak out if you truly believe what these dem/libs are doing is wrong. In other words don't pi$$ down my leg and tell me it's raining.
So who would basil like to see as Town Supervisor? If you don't like cross endorsements, then you must not have supported Tommasone since he ran on the liberal Working Families line. You must not like FDG, since he ran as non party affiliated, on the Democrat and Conservative line, and we know you certainly don't support BM who was a registered Conservative that ran on an independent line. Or maybe you like JS who stepped down from his county legislators seat to run against a fellow sitting republican in the town in the district that he represented at the county level. Is that opportunist or lack of conviction?
In your own words - who do you think has the "convictions and cojones"?
If your man BM truly has the convictions you state he has then I think it is time for him to step up to the plate. Let me ask you something. Why did the registered Cons.,BM, become a Rep? Same as ST on the WTF line. Figures he needs it to win an election. Start acting like a prospective Rep candidate. If that is what he wants to be? I think, when the time comes, the Reps. will find a Supervisor candidate with cojones.
Good thing I'm not the "Rotterdam Republicans." I can "attack" BM all I want.
I find that hard to believe since it IS ONLY the rotterdam reps that 'attack' their own.
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I think, when the time comes, the Reps. will find a Supervisor candidate with cojones.
Are you saying that the rotterdam rep leaders have been lying to BM all along? Are you saying that they are just setting him up for the fall? I'd have to believe that it was the rotterdam reps who approached him, not the other way around. It appeared as though it was the rotterdam reps who where the ones looking for a win.......not the other way around.
BM is a staunch conservative. He is extremely well liked and admired in the community and beyond. I guess this is due to his personal demeanor and his desire to serve. His refreshing way of politicking is the change rotterdam needs. He appears to get along and listens to all people of 'any party', while not giving up his ideology. He appears to gather information before making a knee jerk reaction for popularity purposes. I call that refreshing to say the least. Something rotterdam is in desperate need of. IMHO
When the INSANE are running the ASYLUM In individuals, insanity is rare; but in groups, parties, nations and epochs, it is the rule. -- Friedrich Nietzsche
“How fortunate for those in power that people never think.” Adolph Hitler
. Start acting like a prospective Rep candidate. If that is what he wants to be?
How does he go about doing that? Announce he is going to challenge George Amedore this year? Just because BM's a newly registered Republican in Rotterdam doesn't mean he has to continue in the failed slash and burn practices of the current party leadership. BM reminds me more of a Reagan style Republican - much more diplomatic in his approach. Remember, even Tip O'Neil and the blue dog(or as they were once known "Reagan") democrats liked Ronald Reagan and even worked with him on many policies. Being persuasive in politics and accomplishing your goals doesn't necessarily mean beating your opponents over the head with a sledgehammer. Especially when you're in the minority like Reagan and the Republicans were in the 80's.
Ronald Reagan! Give me a break! BT I may not be privy to all conversations but I don't believe BM has been promised any endorsement. I think he will be given the same consideration as will anyone else who may be interested. Remember the full committee has the final say and they are the ones who will ultimately choose.
BM would of course be a wonderful civil servant. I think he is suffering from an identity crisis. But a great guy--but I hope he cans those conservative views. His mother was a HUGE liberal democrat.
BM would of course be a wonderful civil servant. I think he is suffering from an identity crisis. But a great guy--but I hope he cans those conservative views. His mother was a HUGE liberal democrat.
What the hell does his mother have to do with ANYTHING? OMG!!!
When the INSANE are running the ASYLUM In individuals, insanity is rare; but in groups, parties, nations and epochs, it is the rule. -- Friedrich Nietzsche
“How fortunate for those in power that people never think.” Adolph Hitler
Why are you such a dunce. His other has instilled in him EXCELLENT liberal democratic values. Not your Tight-a$$ REp of the wall ideas. OMG get off it.
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You're just a concerned citizen who decided to single out BM as the cause for all that is wrong with this town, and post it on a thread that you started titled "Surada for Town Supervisor". Questioning his commitment based on his attendance of town board meetings, and his appointment to the IDA by a Conservative. BM holds pretty much zero influence in Town government, yet his character is taken to task on this thread. BM's influence is now in the Republican Party, and those within the party leadership need to keep his popularity from growing, in order to protect their own positions.IMHO 
