BR--publicly flogging KR on the board is less than being a gentleman regardless of who she is friends with--even if it is that fool Buchanan. Has he resigned yet? He should.
And if you, BR or KR for that matter are working w/ Mertz the whole lot of you are goofs.
As for Ang--ok nice boy--operative word is boy. And he just acted like one by leaving the party. KR trusted him and he betrayed her--just as many of the people she HELPS in your sicko political world.
You can say that again...and I really don't know who he thinks he is these days, with his judgements of friends or others I may associate with. I could say the same thing about Mertz...the difference is I know the real Mertz. I didn't just hook up with him last year and declare him royalty. I have known him since he first stepped into local politics...everything he ever said and did was out of pure political motivation. And for the record, I am not working with John Mertz. On Buchanan, I do not think a resignation will emerge in the near future. That is the reality...regardless of anyone's opinions. It is not our decision, or Brad's for that matter. But to pledge punishment for Republican candidates because he is still their Chairman is ridiculous, and diminishes one's ability to focus on the bigger pictures, IMO. It is no different than what Bob Hamilton does: He claims he won't endorse Republicans because of hatred for Buchanan, punishing Republican candidates who have nothing to do with their "differences", when it is nothing more than an excuse, a smokescreen for what he would do anyway, which is to endorse liberal Democrats. I wouldn't mind if they were conservative Democrats, but they are not, with only one exception I know of.
Town Hall? Are you saying that you were the 'only' person at town hall besides GP and Hami? Are you saying that this meeting was 'in secret' and that absolutely no one knew or was suppose to know or find out about it? Are you saying that you were the only person privie to this information? Because, and let me make this clear, you obviously were not!!
Believe it or not, you are clearly not the only one who 'shares' information. And for the record, my 'existent' high school buddy lives in glenville.
But thank you all the same for turning a 'rumor' into a 'fact'.
I'm saying I was the only one in Parisi's office when Hamilton showed up at his door. I don't know if it was supposed to be a secret, I only know that no one else was around and I left when Hamilton showed up.
BR--publicly flogging KR on the board is less than being a gentleman regardless of who she is friends with--even if it is that fool Buchanan. .
Amusing to read how people don't like to hear the opinions or truth from alias's instead of those that post with their own name. BL has said nothing more or has added nothing new to the KR saga. He clearly does not stand alone.
And as far as the rep party imploding on itself....which it has....let us remember who actually pulled the rep members from the party only to bring them into the con party to over throw it unsuccessfully. Might there be a 2nd attempt?
BL appears to speak his 'own mind' and appears to stand by his 'own ideology'. He doesn't play two sides against the other. He says it the way it is! For that I say thank you and bravo!! At least there is one who talks the talk and walks the walk. 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
No BL I am neither Michael Smirkonish or Glen Beck (both uses dolt quite often). No need to care about my opinion unless you plan to run again. Simply suggesting that you have a conversation privately with KR or JM or whoever you feel the need to bash. "I strongly suspect that I know who many of you are", Really?? Is your plan now to reveal everyone's identity for your own gain? It is the anonymity of this board that people like. Now who is acting unprincipled?
I think this forum, as designed by Joanne, is well-intended and created to report news quickly which the admin does a superior job doing, encourages dialogue and also debate respectfully. Although I care greatly what happens to the Conservative and Republican parties locally, I,too take issue with what has befallen this party. This happened at the hands of Buchanan no matter how you look at it. As for JM, he actually is a decent guy who gets twisted from time to time--my money is on him shaping up in the future. As for him being a chair of any kind?? Right now he needs to sit in the "time-out" chair.
Good luck with your challenge to the Conservative Party committee this fall. From what I understand there are many who came over to the party at your urging who now regret the decision. Was your objective really to retake the Conservative Party leadership or to weaken the Republican party so that those presently in control face no formidable challenge? Whether intended or not, the latter is what you accomplished.
Although I care greatly what happens to the Conservative and Republican parties locally, I,too take issue with what has befallen this party. This happened at the hands of Buchanan no matter how you look at it.
Ditto!
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
You are a buffoon, an insignificant little pissant. Do you really believe that I am concerned about receiving your support if I ever decide to run again for political office? Your posts have shown clearly what you are. Not only would I not count on your support, but would welcome it no more than I would the Working Families (Socialist) Party endorsement (unlike some purported Conservative and Republican candidates)
Sometimes, you have to "call them as you see them". That's how I see you.
Sheesh...This type of back stabbing is only helping our opponents. Let's have a sitdown and iron out these minor differences. This is bad for business.
Most of us want the same thing, fiscal restraint, tax reductions, less government. This current dialogue is counter productive and only helps liberal incumbents. The thread is about Angelo's switching not vendettas.
Sheesh...This type of back stabbing is only helping our opponents. Let's have a sitdown and iron out these minor differences. This is bad for business.
Most of us want the same thing, fiscal restraint, tax reductions, less government. This current dialogue is counter productive and only helps liberal incumbents. The thread is about Angelo's switching not vendettas.
This is far from 'back stabbing'! This is clearly an honest up front 'in your face' dialog. Refreshing wouldn't ya say?
Ally is an obvious liberal and BL is obviously NOT! So why would he care if he garnered his/her support? Sorry benny, but fiscal restraint, tax reductions and less government is not in the rep, dems or cons vocabulary. Hence....in march the tea partiers. Independent thinking, no party bosses, no playing footsies for personal or political gain. Just plain conservative ideologies.
It will be different this election cycle. The independents/tea party candidates will run on a platform of conservatism, less government and 'taking back the country'. The way I see it.....those who want to jump on board can. Those who don't can take the opposing side.
Even obama is getting the picture. He, all of a sudden, wants to 'freeze spending'!!!! Can we all say 'FLIP FLOP'???
And since this thread is about ang.....shall we all say 'FLIP FLOP' for him too!!!
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
BT--what the heck is your problem? I am no liberal. BL may be an obvious Con but from his recent post looks more like a con man!
BL - Your posts have clearly shown what you are! A USER! You think you were a gracious loser. In fact you were not. You have bad-mouthed everyone who you ran with you and people who voted for you. You have shown no strength of character. You distrust everyone as evidenced by your hateful rants that have been on display today. You can call me any name you want. You are quite the adult. Mertz may need a rest from politics but he will comeback stronger than ever. You're not half the man he is right now. As for KR, you should be ashamed of how you have treated her. She was touting you all over county. Man you are one paranoid individual. Seek help--try a psychiatrist or a clergyman to get over your anger and disappointment. You just don't have what it takes to make it in politics. Mark my words--Mertz will comeback and so will Suhrada and you wont' be able to ride on their coat tails. No matter how you look at it, Mertz was the big name on your ticket.
You have bad-mouthed everyone who you ran with you and people who voted for you.
Quite the contrary. I hold my No New Tax Party running mates and those who voted for us in very high regard. It is you, with your incessant babble, who I hold in disdain.
Brad, you have shown that you have the ability to discern between the political puppets and party loyalist, who are void of ideological convictions, with those who's commitment to serve the public as an elected official are greater than their personal self interests, and financial gains. Everybody has an agenda in this county, and they are almost always a personal agenda meant to benefit themselves. I've said it before - make sure to position yourself so you are not the one with the knife left in your back. Especially when talking to those party minions who try to befriend you. They will be the first to try to plunge the knife. Their self worth is based upon how much "inside information" they can bring back to whoever is willing to listen.
Though you may not have won your first bid for elected office, you would have to admit that it has been an eye opening experience dipping your toe into the polluted waters of Schenectady County politics. You must realize now that trying to change our County government working within the two party structure as it currently stands is fruitless. Your independent streak inspires a part of the electorate who otherwise wouldn't bother to vote. If you have been watching the news lately, independents have awakened. Your energy, dedication, commitment, and unwavering values give people hope that their is an actual alternative. An alternative where change may actually mean CHANGE. I'm not talking about drastic changes to the extreme left or extreme right, but rather common sense, fiscally responsible, competent governance.
It's not such a bad idea to throw some of the Schenectady political gadfly's onto the political trash heap. They specialize in playing both sides against the middle, for the mere pleasure of it. Eventually they will become toxic to your efforts.
Who cares about KR???? Really....who cares!!!.....this conversation is happening in a vacuum,,,,,,buchanan just happens to be the face locally....big deal.....there is still no soul to the party.....same with the Dems....their soul is hemorhaging......
This is bigger than Rotterdam.......Schenectady.....NYS.........
I couldn't agree more with Brad......keep it straight up.....I think folks are tired of their itchy ears and misguided shepherds........FINALLY........
...you are a product of your environment, your environment is a product of your priorities, your priorities are a product of you......
The replacement of morality and conscience with law produces a deadly paradox.
STOP BEING GOOD DEMOCRATS---STOP BEING GOOD REPUBLICANS--START BEING GOOD AMERICANS
What I find humorous is that Kelly's been around long before Brad, and will be around long after. Like it or not, she's a constant in Schenectady County politics. One would be naive to think otherwise!
Logged
Are you saying that you were the 'only' person at town hall besides GP and Hami? 
Sheesh...This type of back stabbing is only helping our opponents. Let's have a sitdown and iron out these minor differences. This is bad for business. 
