tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post1460953956900667015..comments2024-03-28T11:42:02.107-04:00Comments on Lehigh Valley Ramblings: Hyman and O'Connell to Discuss Mayoral RaceBernie O'Harehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comBlogger58125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-26452279091363425592020-12-15T15:04:14.590-05:002020-12-15T15:04:14.590-05:00I have been around the globe and found out that th...I have been around the globe and found out that the political leadership is a symptom of those in the region. When candidates such as those on the Allentown ticket step up or more appropriately slide their names in it speaks to the hierarchy of the political establishment and the area. The reality is the crappier the candidates the more downtrodden and abused the region. Hitler, Mussolini, and Castro were historic examples. Putin and Maduro are more modern examples. Trump is a current example. When the populace is abused, lackadaisical, un engaged, and basically lost hope all bets are off. And most of the time there is just a downward spiral into something very scary. To use Tuerk as an example how much do you think Don C and the previously corrupts political structure in and around Allentown come to bare. And dig deeper into all the candidates. Are they doing it because of what they can do? Are they campaigning on a destruction of their opponents? Or are they doing it to make others more powerful or more money? We as a country, region, and locality need to stop the continued promotion and support of F-ups, failures, and fools who are only in it for themselves, their own perceived power or most importantly their bank account.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-88265330362907097612020-12-11T09:17:14.725-05:002020-12-11T09:17:14.725-05:00Scott Mccloud : You missed the whole point of Mr. ...Scott Mccloud : You missed the whole point of Mr. Hyman's letter and this column! Mr. Hyman pulled out so everyone would get behind O'Connell. Tuerk and Giurdy have no chance. So voting for them is a vote for CeceAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-36085604409593697922020-12-10T18:03:05.653-05:002020-12-10T18:03:05.653-05:00Latest rumor is that Hyman is dropping out in supp...Latest rumor is that Hyman is dropping out in support of O'Connell. I don't live in Allentown but if it's true I'd be now pulling for Matt Tuerk or perhaps Julio Guridy who's a responsible business owner & councilman. scottmccloudhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01970858083505177686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-7778938246944816782020-12-09T13:07:58.156-05:002020-12-09T13:07:58.156-05:00"He can and must run as a Democrat."
He..."He can and must run as a Democrat."<br /><br />He IS a Democrat! Hyman changed to Republican momentarily to try to save our city from Fed Ed and then after that election changed back to Democrat. He was such a solid candidate that he won the Republican primary in a landslide after telling all the Republican voters why he switched to the Rep party. I'm a Republican and I voted for him. And if he runs as a Democrat, I will switch my party for the first time in 50 years to vote for him. The other Dems are trying to paint him as a party switcher because they know he is so far above them in ability that is their only hope. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-90516284508116521142020-12-09T07:42:49.725-05:002020-12-09T07:42:49.725-05:00"Night terrors for a week again, my question ..."Night terrors for a week again, my question would be what party is Nat going to run as in the party favor town?"<br /><br />He can and must run as a Democrat.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-32187081305773524732020-12-09T07:42:00.035-05:002020-12-09T07:42:00.035-05:00"Ray was a school administrator--look what th..."Ray was a school administrator--look what they did to the schools"<br /><br />I totally agree with you...Ce Ce will be 10 times worse than RayAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-33921411014395602662020-12-09T07:40:45.694-05:002020-12-09T07:40:45.694-05:00"I'll comment though I don't live in ..."I'll comment though I don't live in Allentown, I'm in rural Lehigh Co. but AM a Dem activist & have been familiar with Allentown since the mid-1970s. I'd support Hyman for certain, obviously caring & well-qualified. My one question for him would be: while the city NEEDS continued economic development & the NIZ has been working well, there are legit complaints that poorer residents aren't being lifted up."<br /><br />This is a common refrain from Democrats who live in the nearly all-white affluent suburban and rural areas of Lehigh County. Here's an idea to lift up the poor: let's build public housing complexes in Parkland, East Penn, N. Lehigh and NW Lehigh School Districts so that poor families can also move out of Allentown and their children can get an equal shot at a quality education. You should take this idea to you local Township officials, as a Democrat activist you can feel good about yourself and I'm sure you will want to pay the increased taxes. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-23286063123919446932020-12-08T18:31:02.147-05:002020-12-08T18:31:02.147-05:00Night terrors for a week again, my question would ...Night terrors for a week again, my question would be what party is Nat going to run as in the party favor town?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-79087982890452194072020-12-08T18:20:09.566-05:002020-12-08T18:20:09.566-05:00Ray was a school administrator--look what they did...Ray was a school administrator--look what they did to the schoolsAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-23469311911370351132020-12-08T16:42:06.720-05:002020-12-08T16:42:06.720-05:00I'll comment though I don't live in Allent...I'll comment though I don't live in Allentown, I'm in rural Lehigh Co. but AM a Dem activist & have been familiar with Allentown since the mid-1970s. I'd support Hyman for certain, obviously caring & well-qualified. My one question for him would be: while the city NEEDS continued economic development & the NIZ has been working well, there are legit complaints that poorer residents aren't being lifted up. The rising tide, so essential for city finances & a more vibrant downtown atmosphere isn't lifting all boats. Does Mr. Hyman have any plans for how to spread job growth, personal econ. growth, and a better quality of life into the city's more downcast neighborhoods? <br />scottmccloudhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01970858083505177686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-70813867519912251902020-12-08T10:35:12.242-05:002020-12-08T10:35:12.242-05:00I voted for Mr. Hyman the first time and I hope to...I voted for Mr. Hyman the first time and I hope to have the chance to support him again. Having said that, I wish I had higher hopes even if he does run. Watching a federally indicted Ed win because he knew how to the play the Allentown masses with birthday party and church visits showed me the general citizenry of Allentown doesn't pay much attention to facts, figures, or history when voting for a candidate. They vote for who makes them the most grandiose promises telling them whatever they want to hear never asking themselves how the candidate is going to achieve these goals. A smaller example of a Trump audience with a different party label. <br />So if you want to win in Allentown: Put on the clown outfit and start dancing. Resident of Allentownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-62677301423722854612020-12-08T09:58:36.536-05:002020-12-08T09:58:36.536-05:00Mr. Hyman is really not a former Republican. He wa...Mr. Hyman is really not a former Republican. He was a Democrat his whole life but switched to Republican to try to keep Allentown from shooting itself in the foot and reelecting Pawlowski. Of course, Ray's write in campaign ensured Pawlwoski's victory. When he came to my door while campaigning, I asked him about his Republican credentials and he was very honest with me and said that he only switched to beat Pawlowski. I voted for Mr. Hyman in both the primary and general election because I thought he was the best candidate for Allentown.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-33163985791981907452020-12-08T09:39:56.836-05:002020-12-08T09:39:56.836-05:00Mr.Hyman I guess you forgot about the nasty letter...Mr.Hyman I guess you forgot about the nasty letter you left to your tenants during a pandemic. You are wealthy man. They need someone who can represent the people who is not wealthy. Mr.Hyman you have conflict of interest with all your real estate propertiesAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-17474684844081779912020-12-08T08:24:51.975-05:002020-12-08T08:24:51.975-05:00Ray is probably the best "Never Gerlach"...Ray is probably the best "Never Gerlach" candidate.<br /><br />Nat would do a better job as mayor, but he'll be eviscerated in the Primary as a former Republican & raked over the coals for the mishegas about evicting tenants over the Covid lockdown (I know he intervened to make it right, but the optics of the initial letter will be fertile fodder for an AOC-esque demagogue like Ce-Ce).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-13519138227019919072020-12-08T08:14:10.161-05:002020-12-08T08:14:10.161-05:0011:45pm: Like Mike Bloomberg? A 3 term Mayor of NY...11:45pm: Like Mike Bloomberg? A 3 term Mayor of NYC and arguably its most effective Mayor ever. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-15749050061255653572020-12-08T07:36:30.541-05:002020-12-08T07:36:30.541-05:00"Not to rock the Nat Hyman love boat on this ..."Not to rock the Nat Hyman love boat on this blog but there are a few concerns. Most businessman that do great in the private sector struggle in public office." <br /><br />That's not always true, Bill Heydt was perhaps Allentown's best Mayor of the modern era, hiring outstanding department heads, provision of good services to residents and running a very tight ship in which Allentown's finances were rock solid and he came from a business background. Even if there is some validity to your argument, I can assure you that Me-Me Gerlach will be a disaster. <br /><br />As a City resident, I applaud Mr. Hyman for staying in Allentown and offering an alternative to Gerlach. Unlike her, he doesn't need the job and is becoming a candidate for all the right reasons. Just look at the damage Roy Afflerbach did in 4 years, Gerlach could be far worse. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-87789670436074642052020-12-08T06:34:04.612-05:002020-12-08T06:34:04.612-05:00Bernie,
If possible, would Mr. Hyman create a web...Bernie,<br /><br />If possible, would Mr. Hyman create a webpage with a phone number so volunteers may contact him? Thank you Bernie.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-54742406864197067972020-12-07T23:45:23.093-05:002020-12-07T23:45:23.093-05:00Not to rock the Nat Hyman love boat on this blog b...Not to rock the Nat Hyman love boat on this blog but there are a few concerns. Most businessman that do great in the private sector struggle in public office. Especially, in the Executive branch. Where they, admit it or not, run the show in the business. Not like that in government. People know who the boss is in the private sector and know their jobs are dependent on the boss. What the boss sees as agreement, employees see as job security Boss says tell me the truth. Means tell me what I want to hear. I am sure Mr. Hyman would disagree. I don't know Mr. Hyman and I don't doubt his private success but it is not government.<br /><br />Most government workers are protected in one form or another. Bureaucracy is famously slow and reactionary. You can kick and scream all you want that you are the boss but no one cares. You also have the press commenting on your every move. Not the basic anonymity of private business. You have massive leak's of info and a legislative branch to deal with.<br /><br />So while he has private success he may find that being the "Boss " of a city is a far different deal, and end up like many past businessmen who lost their minds or were a disaster in the public sector.<br /><br />Just a consideration and not an endorsement of any other candidate.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-39342307310747163252020-12-07T20:43:50.311-05:002020-12-07T20:43:50.311-05:00After reading this article and all of the comments...After reading this article and all of the comments I have one conclusion......Hyman For Mayor!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-11396844781048339142020-12-07T19:58:40.779-05:002020-12-07T19:58:40.779-05:00Joe Hoffman for mayor!Joe Hoffman for mayor!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-55338676264362481082020-12-07T19:30:33.871-05:002020-12-07T19:30:33.871-05:00Vote for Twerk! Bring sexy back to Allentown since...Vote for Twerk! Bring sexy back to Allentown since Fed Ed got his orange jumper and G stringAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-82882661928014900932020-12-07T18:48:51.375-05:002020-12-07T18:48:51.375-05:00No. It is an accurate assessment of what Me-Me Ger...No. It is an accurate assessment of what Me-Me Gerlach is. She is dishonest, uniformed, opportunistic and manipulative. This has nothing to do with either her sex or or racial composition. This kind of reaction does, however, say something about you.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-56202623556777515232020-12-07T18:47:44.720-05:002020-12-07T18:47:44.720-05:00This is why a candidate should have to pre qualify...This is why a candidate should have to pre qualify before running for an office. Allentown has a lot of non taxable people that can vote . Some scammer ot deadbeat can run for something. peterjcochrannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-82857722830061002972020-12-07T18:11:43.127-05:002020-12-07T18:11:43.127-05:00Could One could read this as a very racist misogyn...Could One could read this as a very racist misogynist trope?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-72131094159247511462020-12-07T18:04:14.256-05:002020-12-07T18:04:14.256-05:00she has neither the intellectual capacity, nor the...she has neither the intellectual capacity, nor the experience, education or ability to run a $110,000,000 city with 800 employees. More importantly, I do not believe she has the moral or ethical fiber to be Mayor of this City. EXACTLY she is a POS !!!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com