I am happy to report after attending the annual Lincoln Day Dinner, I was very much satisified with the event. I had a very appealing time, and went throughout the dinner my usual unnoticeable self. Without a formal introduction, I spoke in some detail with Mike Collins, who was what I liked to call the "main hand man" of the entire event. I can't help but see eye to eye with him on so many of his ideals and thoughts on the republican party and "conservative problem children" within it. Ah well, i left with a good full feeling, both in my stomach and mind.
Frank
Friday, April 20, 2007
Monday, April 2, 2007
Call me a slacker
Yeah, I haven't been posting as much as I should be, But to make up for it, heres some rants:
1. Martin O'Malley....Rouines a city and now a state. It puts me in sheer disgust of the man for being stupid enough to support a bill allowing illegal immigrants more money for college education, let alone any bill allowing them to do anything legally in this state. But, after seeing what mess he left in Baltimore City, I shouldn't at all be suprised at all of his actions. What am I paying state taxes for again?
2. I'm getting pretty sick of a change that happened during the Glendening Administration, that Glendening supported, and which to this day is why I never will like the man. Casino nights for non-profit orginizations. Lets bring gambling to back to Maryland, lets just do it the right way! Let these community groups that are out there for the good of the people havfe a casino night every month, let them rake in the money.... God knows it wouldn't hurt small fire companies, rescue squads, the shriners with their hospitals....etc. I'd sure like to know that the money that I may spend gambling is going toward a brand spanking new ambulance that I may need one day or a free hospital stay from those guys in the red dome hats!
Well, thats all my commenting for now.....
Keep on watching, I might do a trick!
1. Martin O'Malley....Rouines a city and now a state. It puts me in sheer disgust of the man for being stupid enough to support a bill allowing illegal immigrants more money for college education, let alone any bill allowing them to do anything legally in this state. But, after seeing what mess he left in Baltimore City, I shouldn't at all be suprised at all of his actions. What am I paying state taxes for again?
2. I'm getting pretty sick of a change that happened during the Glendening Administration, that Glendening supported, and which to this day is why I never will like the man. Casino nights for non-profit orginizations. Lets bring gambling to back to Maryland, lets just do it the right way! Let these community groups that are out there for the good of the people havfe a casino night every month, let them rake in the money.... God knows it wouldn't hurt small fire companies, rescue squads, the shriners with their hospitals....etc. I'd sure like to know that the money that I may spend gambling is going toward a brand spanking new ambulance that I may need one day or a free hospital stay from those guys in the red dome hats!
Well, thats all my commenting for now.....
Keep on watching, I might do a trick!
Monday, March 26, 2007
Fire Department Overtime Budget
Its nice to see even though a 4th "overtime eliminating" shift has been enacted, there is still going to be plenty of overage on the overtime budget for the fire department. I know there is going to be an attempt to lay blame everywhere on this from the Fire Administrator to the County Executive, but I want to try to give everyone the true take on what has happened with this.
The 4th shift was OKed by Janet Owens and Ron Blackwell. I'd like to take the responsibility off of Chief David Stokes and Executive Leopold, but we can't fully, because they are the "Men" and the buck stops at their desks. Something new and really quick minded will have to be done about this problem, and looking at the background of Chief Stokes, it will.
Now, lets put another spin on things:
About 80% of the employees of the Fire Department don't live in Anne Arundel County, but screamed for a 4th shift, which made more overtime, and raised our taxes. These are members of the IAFF of Anne Arundel County, and yet still don't live here..... They live in other counties or states, where taxes are lower and its cheaper to live because Anne Arundel County is "too expensive" for their pay rate. Well, if they didn't request a 4th shift, and higher pay rate, wouldn't that be at least an attempt at making lower taxes for themselves to live where they work, and for the citizens they serve?
I admit, there is no pay high enough for Firemen, Paramedics, Police Officers, Jail Guards, Nurses, etc........ but in reality, aren't they making things harder for people who actually live here?
The 4th shift was OKed by Janet Owens and Ron Blackwell. I'd like to take the responsibility off of Chief David Stokes and Executive Leopold, but we can't fully, because they are the "Men" and the buck stops at their desks. Something new and really quick minded will have to be done about this problem, and looking at the background of Chief Stokes, it will.
Now, lets put another spin on things:
About 80% of the employees of the Fire Department don't live in Anne Arundel County, but screamed for a 4th shift, which made more overtime, and raised our taxes. These are members of the IAFF of Anne Arundel County, and yet still don't live here..... They live in other counties or states, where taxes are lower and its cheaper to live because Anne Arundel County is "too expensive" for their pay rate. Well, if they didn't request a 4th shift, and higher pay rate, wouldn't that be at least an attempt at making lower taxes for themselves to live where they work, and for the citizens they serve?
I admit, there is no pay high enough for Firemen, Paramedics, Police Officers, Jail Guards, Nurses, etc........ but in reality, aren't they making things harder for people who actually live here?
Sunday, March 25, 2007
Greg Kline and Jamison Moody, Same Mindset, Different View.......
Well, I just finished listening to the Conservative Refuge podcast again this week, and found myself yet again doubting Greg. I also came to the conclusion that he is almost an exact replica of Jamison Moody, except that they are of different parties and different views.
Greg, I like your response to my opinion about the rebuttal posts and voicemails, but Like I said, it's too much like BS. Too much like Bryan Simonaire in that he does his best to wander as far away from the truth as possible, and true bovine fecal matter. Let me ask a question that refutes what you have said. On your blog, the post titled "Why Such Bad Blood" from late January, Why has the comments page been edited so much that the bloggers names have been changed to anonymous? Lets not forget to add the fact that a few comments have also been deleted that I knew you didn't agree with.
Yeah, I'm blowing the whistle, calling a foul, and waiving the red flag. Just like pollen, I'm allergic to bulls*** and I just sneezed. If anyone would like to refute me on this, feel free, but I'd also like to hear from those who's comments were deleted.
Now, for those of you who question what likeness Jamison Moody and Greg Kline have, besides being exact opposites on political affiliation and view, it is this simple:
1. Both are company men for their sides.
2. They both do not like to hear the opinion of the opposition and both do downplay it.
3. During extreme disagreement on their blogs, they will:
A. Delete your post; or
B. Ban you from their blog all together; or
(I will give Greg credit, he hasn't gone as far as to do B, but Jamison is famous for this)
C. Maybe even hide your name.
4. Both attempt to be passively belligerent to their opposition with little success. (Yeah Greg, I noticed the child saying the "Legend" line in the beginning.)
Much as in Jamison's case, Greg's credibility with me is going down like a skydiver without a parachute. Yes, call me on waiting until now to ask about the post with the edited identities and deleted posts, but as a good lawyer knows, there is a better time and place for everything.
Greg, I don't know you personally, and know little about you. Don't take this stuff as a personal attack, but I am not going to hesitate to throw my unadulterated observations out for everyone to see.
Link to "Why Such Bad Blood" Comments:
https://www2.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=37413290&postID=116861645613285336
Greg, I like your response to my opinion about the rebuttal posts and voicemails, but Like I said, it's too much like BS. Too much like Bryan Simonaire in that he does his best to wander as far away from the truth as possible, and true bovine fecal matter. Let me ask a question that refutes what you have said. On your blog, the post titled "Why Such Bad Blood" from late January, Why has the comments page been edited so much that the bloggers names have been changed to anonymous? Lets not forget to add the fact that a few comments have also been deleted that I knew you didn't agree with.
Yeah, I'm blowing the whistle, calling a foul, and waiving the red flag. Just like pollen, I'm allergic to bulls*** and I just sneezed. If anyone would like to refute me on this, feel free, but I'd also like to hear from those who's comments were deleted.
Now, for those of you who question what likeness Jamison Moody and Greg Kline have, besides being exact opposites on political affiliation and view, it is this simple:
1. Both are company men for their sides.
2. They both do not like to hear the opinion of the opposition and both do downplay it.
3. During extreme disagreement on their blogs, they will:
A. Delete your post; or
B. Ban you from their blog all together; or
(I will give Greg credit, he hasn't gone as far as to do B, but Jamison is famous for this)
C. Maybe even hide your name.
4. Both attempt to be passively belligerent to their opposition with little success. (Yeah Greg, I noticed the child saying the "Legend" line in the beginning.)
Much as in Jamison's case, Greg's credibility with me is going down like a skydiver without a parachute. Yes, call me on waiting until now to ask about the post with the edited identities and deleted posts, but as a good lawyer knows, there is a better time and place for everything.
Greg, I don't know you personally, and know little about you. Don't take this stuff as a personal attack, but I am not going to hesitate to throw my unadulterated observations out for everyone to see.
Link to "Why Such Bad Blood" Comments:
https://www2.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=37413290&postID=116861645613285336
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