tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post3756921537749019105..comments2024-03-28T17:07:56.753-04:00Comments on Lehigh Valley Ramblings: The Gang of Four Aims For Dean BrowningBernie O'Harehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comBlogger55125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-78048005347167515362011-03-25T22:29:05.838-04:002011-03-25T22:29:05.838-04:00O'Hare
The fridge is no funny.
The fridge, a...O'Hare<br /><br />The fridge is no funny.<br /><br />The fridge, a dirty political hot potato with the potential to affect SB1469.<br /><br />Follow the money.<br /><br />The mystery continues.<br /><br />Respectfully,<br />Eckville Presseckville presshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00441853160464073145noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-87932156247544508492011-03-25T06:09:58.526-04:002011-03-25T06:09:58.526-04:00Mazzotti saved $10 MM annually. http://lehighvalle...Mazzotti saved $10 MM annually. http://lehighvalleyramblings.blogspot.com/2011/02/vic-mazziotti-man-for-all-seasons.htmlBernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-23113096377316882822011-03-25T02:32:53.156-04:002011-03-25T02:32:53.156-04:00Nothing to refute since no one has proven any savi...Nothing to refute since no one has proven any savings. Saying there are savings and proving it are two different things.<br /><br />Since this Administration has shown that it cannot be trusted, there is no reason to trust their statements.<br /><br />Truth over Lies!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-80306516485544269012011-03-25T01:02:51.984-04:002011-03-25T01:02:51.984-04:00You have been unable to refute any of the savings ...You have been unable to refute any of the savings by Vic ... probably bc you are uninformed and talking out tour ass, as usual.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-86460831795415403002011-03-25T01:00:32.531-04:002011-03-25T01:00:32.531-04:00O'Hare your "documentation" is a rec...O'Hare your "documentation" is a recitation of unproved statements handed you by the Stoffa gang. No independent source has proved any of this fiscal saving nonsense.<br /><br />You love Vic and he loves you, that is sweet. however, as points of fact the County is in worse shape now than it was five years ago and that is with this Administration inheriting the largest cash surplus in County history. The ten million a year alleged savings has as much validity as the 18% tax increase.<br /><br />Total bullshit. Never proven and continually disproved by those win the know.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-14974597255680311592011-03-24T20:41:42.577-04:002011-03-24T20:41:42.577-04:00I've documented it several times, here and in ...I've documented it several times, here and in the newspaper. Maybe you should learn how to read.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-72246328867178274022011-03-24T20:21:47.331-04:002011-03-24T20:21:47.331-04:00Always a 'pass' to the O'Hare mancrush...Always a 'pass' to the O'Hare mancrushes. To this day no one can find the so-called "millions" Vic saved.<br /><br />That is why the County is in fiscal problems because they blowed the huge surplus they inherited.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-2440200213811635572011-03-24T14:10:17.265-04:002011-03-24T14:10:17.265-04:00I can understand Vic's anger. He was no "...I can understand Vic's anger. He was no "hallwalker," but saved the County millions of dollars. Every year. I'd add that he ignores most of the slurs, so he gets a pass if he lashesd out at one of therse trolls.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-17965768076941705922011-03-24T14:01:30.075-04:002011-03-24T14:01:30.075-04:00I agree with the first comment 5:13 am. I will als...I agree with the first comment 5:13 am. I will also give Mazziotti credit where credit is do.He has done a good job for NC.He was appointed. His dictator complex is a fit in that position but is downright offensive as a commissoner.This is the second time he has given up a successful tenure.We dont need any more talking heads or news junkies.Guy Williamsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-4023816897829401782011-03-24T13:24:23.230-04:002011-03-24T13:24:23.230-04:00Bernie -
Thanks for the explanation about the spa...Bernie -<br /><br />Thanks for the explanation about the spam folder. I really didn't think you deleted it or anything.<br /><br />I agree that dishonest behavior is an issue. However, I'm not sure that's what we have here. The voter registration office should be able to put the issue to bed, one way or another.Patrick McHenrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-45022524446896330842011-03-24T10:47:43.603-04:002011-03-24T10:47:43.603-04:00Patrick, Let me add that your comment yesterday we...Patrick, Let me add that your comment yesterday went into my spam folder and did not post. I have no control over that and corrected the problem when I saw it.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-72589900072354056012011-03-24T10:46:18.345-04:002011-03-24T10:46:18.345-04:00Patrick, I don't think dishonest behavior is a...Patrick, I don't think dishonest behavior is a diversion from anything. It should be the most fundamental issue in any campaign.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-100188409648556712011-03-24T05:40:45.759-04:002011-03-24T05:40:45.759-04:00Anon 8:58 -
I don't really think there's ...Anon 8:58 -<br /><br />I don't really think there's an infraction here. I do think that those who believe differently have an obligation to take it to the VR Office if they think some wrongdoing has been committed. <br /><br />Otherwise (as I've stated before), the whole issue just seems to be a diversion from a discussion on county spending and the voting records of certain candidates.Patrick McHenrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-61205305578721062212011-03-24T03:18:58.777-04:002011-03-24T03:18:58.777-04:00Whats with Mazziotti. The guy better grow a thick...Whats with Mazziotti. The guy better grow a thicker skin or he will never last in elected office. No offense fella, but not everyone will be kissing your butt like O'Hare has.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-34336871554064096822011-03-24T00:17:58.477-04:002011-03-24T00:17:58.477-04:00O'Hare
Eck thinks the advice of the county ele...O'Hare<br />Eck thinks the advice of the county election board would be as such, <br /><br />"When in doubt, fill it out" <br /><br />Chris, <br />The finance reports are due two weeks before the election, o'plenty o'time to scrutinize before a vote is cast.<br /><br />That said, Eck also thinks the gang of four be finance by the Citizins For The Perpetual Funding For PIP. :)<br /><br />Respectfully,<br />Eckville Presseckville presshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00441853160464073145noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-57437239003224439182011-03-23T20:58:19.156-04:002011-03-23T20:58:19.156-04:00So Patrick McHenry,
Bring it to Voter Regs attent...So Patrick McHenry,<br /><br />Bring it to Voter Regs attention. Nothing stopping you. Do you need someone to drive you there?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-52777904891816979192011-03-23T20:45:24.119-04:002011-03-23T20:45:24.119-04:00[I'm posting this a second time since it looks...[I'm posting this a second time since it looks like my previous post was lost]<br /><br />Bernie -<br /><br />I still think it should be brought to their (the Voter Registration Office's) attention. They're the only ones who can say for certain if there has actually been an infraction.<br /><br />In an earlier post, Eckville Press noted something that stood out to me:<br /><br />"The waiver of expense account reporting affidavit is specific to the intend of the individual candidate at the time of his/hers signing. If a candidates campaign is funded by a PAC or PPC then their signed affidavit stands true."<br /><br />I'm no expert in campaign reporting, but I've helped out with campaigns and something about Eck's statement rang a bell. I do remember feeling that the reporting laws are somewhat confusing. <br /><br />I also know there is a distinction between the candidate and the candidate's committee. I'm assuming that the 4 are being funded by a separate PAC and there might be an additional distinction in such a case. Therein might be the answer to issue.<br /><br />I do remember that the VR Office is quite helpful when candidates ask for help, so it is also possible that the candidates were instructed to fill out the forms the way they did by the VR Office itself.<br /><br />So instead of us all resorting to assumptions and conjecture, I think the best course would be to have the VR Office involved. They either have or can gather the facts, and can apply the rules as they are written. They are the best and final authority we have on the matter, and their response to the charges would be a pretty good indication of how serious the matter really is.Patrick McHenrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-86575190949881251152011-03-23T15:56:47.054-04:002011-03-23T15:56:47.054-04:00Bernie -
I think perhaps it should be brought to ...Bernie -<br /><br />I think perhaps it should be brought to their (the Voter Registration office's) attention so that they can make a determination. <br /><br />There is the possibility that what a prior poster (Eckville Press) said is correct:<br /><br />"The waiver of expense account reporting affidavit is specific to the intend of the individual candidate at the time of his/hers signing. If a candidates campaign is funded by a PAC or PPC then their signed affidavit stands true."<br /><br />I am by no means a campaign reporting expert, but I have been involved in a few campaigns. The reporting requirements do get confusing, and there is something about Eck's post that rings true. <br /><br />Also, usually the Voter Registration office is very helpful to the candidate(s) who ask what needs to be filed. At this point, it sounds like the four are using a separate PAC (not an individual or candidates committee) to fund their campaigns. It is therefore very possible that they explained the situation to the VR Office and the VR Office gave them guidance on how to file the forms in question.<br /><br />In any event, I don't think they should be impugned here or anywhere else until we know for certain that an infraction has occurred. All of our speculation and conjecture can probably be resolved relatively quickly by bringing it to the proper authority.Patrick McHenrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-843046140637369682011-03-23T14:07:35.226-04:002011-03-23T14:07:35.226-04:00Patrick, They have fined others, but only when a p...Patrick, They have fined others, but only when a problem is brought to their attention. I brought the Pawlowski problem to them ... several times. In fact, I could have filed a complaint last year, and he would have been fined again. I did not file this complaint bc I was duped.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-8696429831099494782011-03-23T11:54:11.394-04:002011-03-23T11:54:11.394-04:00Anon 7:35 PM:
You are a liar and a coward!
What...Anon 7:35 PM:<br /><br />You are a liar and a coward! <br /><br />What you are saying is not true.<br /><br />Have the courage to sign your name or stop making personal attacks!<br /><br />Go back under the rock you crawled out from so you can hide like a little rat!<br /><br />Vic MazziottiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-43545252977973012022011-03-23T10:51:53.697-04:002011-03-23T10:51:53.697-04:00O'Hare is a hypocrite when it comes to politic...O'Hare is a hypocrite when it comes to politicians. he always has been and has shown no signs of changing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-5771364609547332972011-03-23T10:35:30.928-04:002011-03-23T10:35:30.928-04:00Bernie -
They've certainly fined others (Pawl...Bernie -<br /><br />They've certainly fined others (Pawlowski, I think) for incorrect filings - or at least required amended filings. <br /><br />Correct?Patrick McHenrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-33953633410598401682011-03-23T09:19:09.430-04:002011-03-23T09:19:09.430-04:00Patrick, The voter registration office is not an e...Patrick, The voter registration office is not an election cop force. They d not go after people who thumb their noses at the rules. The remedy is either via a challenge or at the ballot box. It is too late to file a challenge, but not too late to vote.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-30727109777938225002011-03-23T09:07:11.368-04:002011-03-23T09:07:11.368-04:00Bernie O'Hare said...
"After 5 years of ...Bernie O'Hare said...<br /><br />"After 5 years of blogging, people who read me know very well that it is hard to peg me as a loyal Dem or R. But one thing I do hate is when people in politics are dishonest. That should trouble you, too, my friend. If you want to reform government, you don't do that by carting in a bunch of pols who are pretending. You're better off with someone who will tell you to your face when he disagrees with you."<br /><br />*********************************<br /><br />Bernie -<br /><br />I appreciate your argument. <br /><br />I do agree that you do not seem to play favorites between D's and R's (although you probably do lean a little bit D). But you certainly have favorite candidates who you forcefully advocate for (and against anyone who opposes them).<br /><br />I think an honest assessment on the subject would be that you, I and most others commenting here are biased one way or another on the upcoming primary and the people running. That's not a problem.<br /><br />That is why I asked what - if anything - the Voter Registration office will be doing. <br /><br />It seems to me they are (or should be) the closest thing to being impartial on this subject. It should be they who determine if any wrongdoing has been done, and what the appropriate penalty is. I'll be much more inclined to consider the point, once an impartial body determines how serious the infraction is (if there is one).<br /><br />Until the Voter Registration office makes a determination and takes action, the bulk of this just comes across as partisan bashing in favor of one's chosen candidate.Patrick McHenrynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-80448003728525710002011-03-22T23:59:33.784-04:002011-03-22T23:59:33.784-04:00Interesting that despite inheriting the largest ca...Interesting that despite inheriting the largest cash surplus in Northampton County history and then raising taxes, Vic and the Stoffa gang still managed to screw things up to the point where they need to sell Gracedale to survive.<br /><br />You guys will tell yourselves anything to gain credibility. Terrible job by a terrible crew.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com