tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post89872331531297894..comments2024-03-29T09:51:12.266-04:00Comments on Lehigh Valley Ramblings: Allen High School Student Speaks Out Against WalkoutBernie O'Harehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comBlogger65125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-85650714008256631412015-10-04T07:49:22.851-04:002015-10-04T07:49:22.851-04:00Frassetto put out another video where he repeats l...Frassetto put out another video where he repeats lies about the Allentown School District. Here's a response from ASD School Board President Robert Smith:<br /> <br />I asked our finance director at our last board meeting about $20 million being lost. He stated for the record that it was not true. This is just one more lie coming out of this failed organizer, whose 15 minutes of fame is almost up.<br /><br />I was hoping this young man would change his ways in a positive manner to be a teacher that would be a role model for our students,not a law breaker and liar. <br /><br />He lied about students not getting in trouble. There is a code of conduct,and students on probation will suffer consequences.<br /><br />He lied about Dr. Mayo having a $100,000 theater system in his basement.<br /><br />He lied about Dr. Mayo's salary. He lied about drop out rate, and the most unforgiving lie was that 16 rapes occurred in our schools. This was the most reprehensible and unconscionable lie out of them all, and as a teacher he should be ashamed of himself.<br /><br />I will not stay silent when someone is slandering our district and I challenge him and his organization to show proof ..."Charlie Schttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04486485491453620055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-21981299146683741792015-10-02T08:43:44.327-04:002015-10-02T08:43:44.327-04:00Alfonso does not scold those who use terms like &q...Alfonso does not scold those who use terms like "old hatin white guys" but has the guts to lecture about "criticizing without demonizing".<br /><br />No getting around the blatant hypocrisy; another massive Race Card failure in action.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-28416432688747741682015-10-01T23:10:15.200-04:002015-10-01T23:10:15.200-04:0010:25, Are you with the Pawlowski Pac?10:25, Are you with the Pawlowski Pac?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-86981514345942177952015-10-01T22:25:25.078-04:002015-10-01T22:25:25.078-04:00I have to say, that even though I wholeheartedly d...I have to say, that even though I wholeheartedly disagree with this whole walkout, the school board and administration have sort of set themselves up. How?<br /><br />if I'm a student not fortunate to hit the lottery of the "wonderful opportunity" how am I supposed to feel when I am stuck with my "not so wonderful opportunity"? I think the administration and the school board have created the impression that the other schools are not so wonderful by putting all their chips down on Building 21.<br /><br />Like having twins and giving one a Yugo where the wheel keeps falling off and the other a brand new Cadillac. "But dad, the wheel fell off, again, on my way to work." "You still got there, didn't you?" "Now go support your sister and help her wash her Caddy. We can't have the neighbors looking at a filthy car. You did remember to park the Yugo around the block, didn't you?" <br /><br />Same tax dollars. Some buys the Yugo and repairs, some buys the Caddy.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-6615513562097428982015-10-01T22:24:50.681-04:002015-10-01T22:24:50.681-04:00The question whether middle school students should...The question whether <b>middle school students</b> should be encouraged to cut classes by an adult is very black and white to me. Quite frankly, this is corrupting the morals of a minor. I can't believe you would even try to defend this outrageous behavior, Alfonso, and i don't give a shit what is going on in their hearts. If they took your 11 year-old daughter out of school, you'd be a complete moron not to be concerned. This is not something to debate. This is something to condemn. I was at a meeting of Bethlehem's NAACP on Tuesday night, and no one was thrilled at what is going on in Allentown.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-26601461034119993322015-10-01T22:18:47.419-04:002015-10-01T22:18:47.419-04:00Again you disappoint. Scott Armstrong Again you disappoint. Scott Armstrong Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-19333632242647476552015-10-01T22:15:46.130-04:002015-10-01T22:15:46.130-04:00Sorry Scott, but this is NOT about me, so that is ...Sorry Scott, but this is NOT about me, so that is rejected and if leadership is "trying" to do all of this, including yourself, then maybe w need to take a closer look at THEM and YOU instead of trying to pinpoint blame on individuals that, perhaps in their odd way of thinking, were only trying to help. You all call it excuses but none know these men's hearts. You are only going by what you feel is right or wrong and that is still up for argument as well. We can agree to disagree and leave it at that, but in the end, when people tend to talk negatively and use vulgar and derogatory terms about anyone, then there is a bigger issue that needs to be addressed. There are ways to criticize without demonizing. <br /><br />And Scott you may have the luxury of living in a world where everything is black and white, but more often than not, it is NEVER that simple,<br /><br />Be well, Everyone,<br /><br />- Alfonso ToddAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-72530621284224997202015-10-01T20:24:44.345-04:002015-10-01T20:24:44.345-04:00Alphonso,
Your posts, reasoning and excuses m...Alphonso,<br /><br /><br /> Your posts, reasoning and excuses making disappoint! Do you imagine for a moment that anyone involved in the ASD isn't aware of the problems the district is facing? Do you believe none of the involved are doing anything to remediate the problems? Do you honestly think those who work for and/or represent the district are satisfied with the status quo and are using district money to install sound systems in their homes? <br /> I have yet to see you you at a school board meeting yet you choose to be a champion of the nefarious characters who claim to be champions of the the ASD's best interests. It is the modus operandi of con men to tell us what we want to hear,make false claims, and offer simplistic solutions. It is up to us to judge their credibility. You have chosen badly and put it in writing. There really is no excuse for what just happened.Sometimes it is that simple.<br /><br /> Scott ArmstrongAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-54417374762941434802015-10-01T20:18:23.782-04:002015-10-01T20:18:23.782-04:00Folks, the topic here is the walkout. Folks, the topic here is the walkout. Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-10526886297663219612015-10-01T20:06:08.228-04:002015-10-01T20:06:08.228-04:00@7:21
You're neglecting (in denial?) the fact...@7:21<br /><br />You're neglecting (in denial?) the fact that in non-Right-to-Work states, individuals who refuse to pay forced dues in a "closed shop" are summarily fired. On the other hand, businesses that do not join the Chamber are not shut down.<br /><br />None of that has anything to do with Fox News as you try to say. It is just a simple fact of the labor laws in non-Right-to-Work states.<br /><br />Don't believe me? Stop paying your union dues (if you're in a close shop in PA) and see if you get fired...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-22255836942630544602015-10-01T19:39:22.180-04:002015-10-01T19:39:22.180-04:00the voice of a partisan hack is more like itthe voice of a partisan hack is more like itAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-55823346286338552172015-10-01T19:21:51.308-04:002015-10-01T19:21:51.308-04:00A lesson from Reality to the poster at 4:35. A uni...A lesson from Reality to the poster at 4:35. A union is an association of individuals formed to advance their interests. The Chamber of Commerce is that. Definition, check. Also not every carpenter is a member of the Carpenter's Union, check.<br /><br />The chamber of commerce advocates for business owners, solicits funds to influence policy that is advantageous to business owners. In the end any law passed that helps member bushiness helps all business. They are not advocating for anyone but the business entities.<br /><br />So while it may offend Foxian blockheads like yourself, chambers of commerce are in fact no different than private unions for individuals. They are both trying to do the same thing.<br /><br />Please think beyond the boundaries of your individual prejudices and think more about the content of your thought then just seeing your name over and over again.<br /><br />The Voice of Reality!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-77486684340832560232015-10-01T19:03:18.685-04:002015-10-01T19:03:18.685-04:00Complete Race Card Failure, that is the only appli...Complete Race Card Failure, that is the only applicable headline that recaps this past week's 'protest'.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-54146487594304204102015-10-01T18:42:01.793-04:002015-10-01T18:42:01.793-04:00Anon 3:31 said:
" I guess you had hoped the ...Anon 3:31 said:<br /><br />" I guess you had hoped the Iannelli thing would have slipped under the rug. He is a sleaze and nothing but a court jester for local business."<br /><br /><br />I doubt Ianelli did anything wrong other than having contact with the Mayor.<br /><br />Unfortunately, Pawlowski's continued denial and refusal to step down will only cause the probe to continue to widen. The FBI will look to add as much evidence as they can to their case against Pawlowski in order to make it air tight. That will surely bring closer scrutiny to anyone who's been in contact with Pawlowski.<br /><br />The longer he tries to hold on, the more people who will get swept up into his mess.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-69177215942616643362015-10-01T18:36:23.087-04:002015-10-01T18:36:23.087-04:00Michael Molovinsky said:
"...perhaps student...Michael Molovinsky said:<br /><br />"...perhaps student ombudsmen could report to the school board with a new grievance mechanism"<br /><br />Aren't there already (non-voting) student representatives to the School Board from Allen and Dieruff who are supposed to be doing that? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-65482114951833435772015-10-01T18:34:37.144-04:002015-10-01T18:34:37.144-04:00Alfonso -
You're way off base if you think t...Alfonso - <br /><br />You're way off base if you think this stunt had any positive effect.<br /><br />I happen to agree that there are problems in ASD that need to be solved.<br /><br />But many (myself included) have also seen this same show played out in cities across America. I'm not ready to turn the School District over to, or give in to demands of those who use criminals to further their message.<br /><br />Unfortunately, this week's stunt caused many to circle the wagons around ASD and set back the chance for any real reform. If there was any point to it all, it was poorly planned and poorly executed. <br /><br />If I had to give it a grade, it deserves an F.<br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-21412191860753122372015-10-01T18:21:34.747-04:002015-10-01T18:21:34.747-04:00Guess we all learned it's okay to hate old whi...Guess we all learned it's okay to hate old white guys.<br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-17996944553093385892015-10-01T17:55:47.359-04:002015-10-01T17:55:47.359-04:00Alfonso, I'm sorry, but you're not making ...Alfonso, I'm sorry, but you're not making that sale with me. The problems at ASD were well known before this criminal stunt. If anything, the need for change has been set back. It's really unfortunate, but that's reality. I would not engage in talks with any of these criminals, either.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-47815261759802897132015-10-01T17:44:29.861-04:002015-10-01T17:44:29.861-04:00@4:52
You, I, and whomever else posted last night...@4:52<br /><br />You, I, and whomever else posted last night around 7 - 730ish really got under The Blog Mentor's (a.k.a. Attack Poodle's) skin. He even sent me an email threatening all sorts of defamatory mayhem on his little blog (thus confirming his identity in the process).<br /><br />Now, if I'm not mistaken, he's violating a court order by posting here, isn't he? Or does that only apply if he signs his posts like a man (something a coward would never do).<br /><br />Jeffrey Anthony<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-88916940634145803762015-10-01T17:37:42.993-04:002015-10-01T17:37:42.993-04:00Bernie, no one is excusing anything, but a message...Bernie, no one is excusing anything, but a message needed to be sent. Whereas you may be blinded by the tactics, the reality is that their job to draw attention to the problems in ASD has been accomplished. And while you all STILL continue talking about individuals that have no real relevance but to an event that has come and gone, we STILL have the issues at ASD that need to be addressed. Where is the outrage over the continued drop outs and lost futures? Where is the rage against those who are not learning, falling through the cracks, and becoming a part of the poverty stricken and element of crime? <br /><br />No, I see it's easier to focus on two inconsequential individuals than engage the problem itself. THEY are not the problem, the ASD is and yet no one wants to discuss this. <br /><br />The kids will be back in school on Monday, the status quo will be back as it was and everyone who is so enraged and disgusted will retuen back to their normal lives while the kids will still be in limbo. <br /><br />= Alfonso Todd<br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-39178344050507269042015-10-01T17:03:43.421-04:002015-10-01T17:03:43.421-04:00MM, I've already indicated these pieces of shi...MM, I've already indicated these pieces of shit deserve all the bashing they get. Parents, especially the parents of middle school students, should be outraged by their criminal behavior.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-87963563394264185762015-10-01T16:58:37.234-04:002015-10-01T16:58:37.234-04:00Alfonso, encouraging middle school students to bec...Alfonso, encouraging middle school students to become truants is not negotiation. It is a crime. You don't negotiate with criminals. Get that through your head. Before anything else, there has to be a firm message that this kind of terrorism is unacceptable. You have gone to great length to excuse criminal behavior. I won't do that. Not when young lives are at stake. Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-55433257946750957012015-10-01T16:56:18.297-04:002015-10-01T16:56:18.297-04:00bernie@4:33, three days ago when you started fras...bernie@4:33, three days ago when you started frassetto was the pied piper, in a recent comment today you have him a "piece of shit." i think by this time your point of view has been "recognized" <br /><br />@4:40, i think that nate whips is a colorful character to whip, but lets be practical, how many students a day could he really transport to the MLK park in his limo? <br /><br />but gentlemen, don't let me interfere with the bashing partymichael molovinskyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12581039755319742687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-188244846191851712015-10-01T16:52:02.062-04:002015-10-01T16:52:02.062-04:004:34 is the Blog Mentor, and he has an ax to grind...4:34 is the Blog Mentor, and he has an ax to grind, as usual. He is pissed that school officials correctly decided against hiring his wife, so he will misreprent truancy under the guise of free speech.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-3247996324449702272015-10-01T16:48:55.247-04:002015-10-01T16:48:55.247-04:00When I hear tgat middle school students were encou...When I hear tgat middle school students were encouraged to participate in this exercise, my blood boils. I think a parent has a right to expect that any 11 year old he drops off at school will not be swept away by some bullhorn-toting demagogue or his criminal thug apprentice. Let's establish that this is not cool. That's no distraction. That IS a major issue.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.com