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Re: “Three Cheers for Tucson Meet Yourself”
Fantastic news!
Re: “The Tucson Weekly Endorsement: Ron Barber”
I can not believe that this periodical is telling people how to vote, will the press ever shut up about their veiws?
Re: “The Tucson Weekly Endorsement: Ron Barber”
Anyone that can say that it was Ron Barber's responsibility to protect Gabby Giffords on January 8, 2011, is spewing nonsense. Giffords herself said she did not want added security, and still would not. It's no one's fault but an insane gunman that many were shot, including Barber, and 6 lost their lives.
Re: “The Tucson Weekly Endorsement: Ron Barber”
Notice how the pro-Kelly/anti-Barber editorial comments don't name one thing they like about Kelly other than the obligatory shouts of "freedom!", and fear-mongering cries of "not a Socialist" (whatever that means), "he will protect the Constitution!" (whatever that means), and "the Government is evil" (whatever that means). I get how you are are angry and scared. Watching Fox News, listening to GOP talking points (not Barry Goldwater's GOP anymore), and a poor economy caused by a housing market collapse, govt/business collusion to deregulate the financial sector, and unrealistic expectations about continued U.S. dominance/prosperity in a World economy is troubling. But when our politicians are unwilling (or unable) to have a coherent conversation on the REAL problems (let alone the solutions), and instead rely on the old trick of scaring people to win votes (watch any political ad (liberal or conservative) and you'll know what I'm talking about), we become pawns in a greed/power/influence-based political system based on the lowest common denominator (what candidate can feign outrage and anger better than the other). Because what is better than a candidate who understands us and our problems, right? Unfortunately, when these people get into office they are quick to give handouts to their business friends while keeping the voters distracted by invoking God, Guns, and Taxes (and those pesky illegal aliens!) whenever we start to get wise to them. I am not interested in red, blue, Democrat, Republican, liberal, conservative non-sense. I am interested in a candidate who can "make sense" whether I agree with their position on anything or not. I don't pick a doctor based on his/her personality or because they always agree with my self-diagnosis. I pick him/her because of their experience, training, ethics, and commitment to the patient's well being. Personality is a bonus. Why should our politicians be any different? Jesse Kelly's limited practical (business, government, volunteer) experience, and tired, fear-based talking points (with little to no substance) are not for me. Until the GOP returns to moderation and reality (not any time soon), there is not much to consider. Maybe a third-party, the "Reality and Sane Party" is the answer? For now, Ron Barber is the only logical choice (by a wide margin). P.S. If you are a Kelly-supporter, you probably didn't read this far into my editorial without responding with "you socialist pig", "You and your illegal alien buddies can go back to Mexico", or "the only reason you can write this editorial is because of freedom!".....sigh. Thanks for making my point.
Re: “Specific Help Wanted”
After reading this article 4 times, I'm left wondering, what is the
problem? The reporter tries to create controversy where there is none.
Yes, TUSD has image problems and more. Ben's Bells is a great
organization, started by two people who worked a long time to overcome a tragic
occurrence. Just because one of the people now applying for a position
at Tucson High School is connected with Ben's Bells, the reporter tries
to connect the two through innuendo. Too many instances of "some sources say" or "it
would seem" or "the perception is", and not enough factual reporting. Anonymous sources never lend credence to accurate reporting. A Journalism 101 professor would send this back to the student for
re-editing. Besides, business organizations tailor job descriptions all the time to meet the
qualifications of the candidate they have in mind. What's different here?
Re: “Bennett Gives Up On Whole Birther Thing”
Imagine that a nutbag Republican embarrassing Arizona? You dont say? MLK Day, McCain picking Palin, SB1070, Brewer, former senator hanging out with baby murdering nazi's, the list goes on, and on, and on....
Uhaul here I come
Re: “CD8: Special Election Ballots Returning At a Record Pace”
Yep they got mines doe
Re: “Bennett Gives Up On Whole Birther Thing”
Would love to have been a fly on the wall when he had that uncomfortable conversation with one of Gov. Brewer's inferiors, where he didn't get to talk, but had to listen about how he had already committed career suicide, don't make it worse for yourself, and don't make Jan come down here personally, etc.
Re: “A Fact Check: The Citizens United Ad Now Showing in CD8”
Hey Red Star: It's my impression that the number of readers who are desperately interested in that information is relatively low. But fortunately for you, that information is public record, so perhaps you could do the whole citizen journalist thing and call the stations yourself. Once you gather the info, you could bring it back here and enlighten all those who hunger to know those numbers. Happy hunting!
Re: “The Tucson Weekly Endorsement: Ron Barber”
All the voters have to do is pull up and view past campaign videos of Kelly, That tells the about the real Kelly, Right now, it is out for votes, so is changing his views to get votes, then flip flop after he got elected. Don't trust Kelly, he is a tea partier and would never accomplish anything in Congress. They do not compromise, but just say NO>
Re: “The Tucson Weekly Endorsement: Ron Barber”
Most intelligent voters know what Kelly stands for. It is his self interests and NOT of the people. Vote for Barber for a better Tucson.
Re: “(No) Thanks Ken Bennett for Stirring Up the Birther Stuff Again”
BTW, where was Romney born, not the USA. Why aren't they asking for his birth certificate.
Re: “A Fact Check: The Citizens United Ad Now Showing in CD8”
Perhaps Tucson Weekly Senior Writer Jim Nintzel could explain why he is not able to disclose which whoring Old Pueblo tv stations are benefiting from this Citizens United funding and by how much $...
Re: “Specific Help Wanted”
Birds of a feather flock together. Does anyone else find is weird that the Be Kind campaign comes on the heels of the Ethnic Studies debate? Where is the funding coming from to place these cookie cutter quasi-fascist icons? Are they going to ban our history, books, culture, run us out of town while telling us they are being kind?
Re: “You Win, Jill T. Nagamine”
Don't count out Arizona Four-8, Dan Gibson:
Arizona deputies in Hawaii seeking Obama birth certificate
at:
http://www.staradvertiser.com/news/breakin…
Sheriff Joe Arpaio Sends ‘Threats Unit’ Investigator To Hawaii To Escalate Birther Probe
at:
http://tpmmuckraker.talkingpointsmemo.com/…
If that's your thing...
Re: “Spacefest IV”
Group rate on rooms at Starr Pass available until May 25. Save $75 a night on a room at this luxury resort.
Re: “Joy in Little White Boxes”
We love China Boy. We go about once a week for lunch but we have been for dinner. We have always found the service good. The Mongolian Beef is awesome as is the hot and sour soup. We recently tried the pork with eggplant that was very delicious. We have never had anything but a nice time there. As said by others, the portions are big. The food is quite tasty. Ever since our first visit last spring we have said that this restaurant serves the best Chinese food we've had in Tucson.
Re: “The Tucson Weekly Endorsement: Ron Barber”
I can not vote for Ron Barber! He as the District Manager for Rep. Giffords failed to provide a security detail on 8 January 2011 which was his responsibility. He failed Rep. Giffords, was incompetent & negligent in not providing sufficient security to protect her and the constituents surrounding her. Such incompetence and negligence cannot be rewarded with greater responsibility. He has demonstrated his true dereliction of duty. I hope all will join me in not supporting this unworthy candidate.
Re: “TLC Discovers Worst Person in Universe”
Give the girl a break, Dan. She has only heard about the glory of motherhood, and how moms should be honored, even revered. That is the culutral meme, and has been for some time. The idea that pregnancy and children demand some minimum level of financial and social security is foreign to her.
Getting pregnant requires nothing but doing what comes naturally. That is nothing to honor or respect. I would like to see PSAs telling kids not to have kids unless they already have a minimum level of financial and social security. Leave the rest up to them.