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Post by zoe10850 on May 20, 2006 13:14:17 GMT -6
There is a difference between a liberal (kennedy,Gore), and a social liberal(arnold, McCain). One should not be totally liberal, nor totally conservative; that is what is called narrow minded. You should always be open to good ideas, no matter where the ideas are from. Each idea should be judged on the merit of the proposal, not on who it came from. Every idea out of Hillary's mouth is not automatically bad, ditto for "W".
I for example believe in strict interpretation of the Constitution, and resent liberal judges interpreting and bending the bill of rights. I do not believe in telling people what they can, and cannot do, as long as you do not infringe on others.
We have too many lawyers in this country who must make a living, and they get the money from these lawsuts, not the "victims". Lawyers benefit from suits on smoking, asbestos, whatever; why would Bob Wright(a heavy smoker), a local attorney deserve30-50 milion for suing tobacco companies, and the "victims" get nothing. I mean, does anybody think smoking is good for you ? People smoke (a legal product and behavior) because they want to. It is the job of anyone to sell their product. Of course they target people, so what ? .
We have too many laws that prevent behavior that is none of our business. How is it reasonable that a person can vote, serve in the military, but not buy a beer, a pack of cigarettes etc. That is insane. There are as many 21+ year olds who are irresponsible as those inder 21. People should be held accountable, not controlled by big brother. That is the liberal approach. If you drink too much, and have an accident, you are responsible, not the bar/restaurant that served you. If you smoke, and get sick, it is not like you were not warned. If a bar restaurant allows smoking, and that bothers you, don't go. If enough people stay away, the policy will be changed. That is free enterprise. If you don't watch your kids and they party hard, why is that society's fault? Some idiot wrote to the Advertiser and wanted the state to sell liquor, not stores. I guess next, they will sue the state for some idiot who crossed the center line and hits someone.
Passing all these laws does not help. We have litter laws. Look around. We have laws against shooting people, and against drugs. Works well doesn't it.
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Post by zoe10850 on May 20, 2006 13:20:19 GMT -6
BTW, I think Jindal is waiting to run against Landrieu(Mary) rather than for governor. Is more of a career move. I believe Richard Ieyoub will "convert" to Republican party (or independent) and make a run versus BlankStare. Jindal may win for Gov, but there are term limits. Is a smarter move to unseat Landrieu, who has lost her NO,La base.
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Post by abbd on Sept 28, 2006 6:49:01 GMT -6
Wow, good government leaders??? that IS something we really need here in Lafayette. The arrogance of dunce and duncil will never cease to amaze me. Did ya happen to read the article in the birdcage liner this morning about the $505,000,000.00 budget( a half BILLION dollars is a heck of a lot of money huh?)? OMG they actually are budgeting $4,000.00 to feed their pig faces. My gracious what an "in your face(actually in OUR face with OUR money)" item. I am sick and tired of feeding a bunch of fat pigs at the trough. I often wonder what some of the administrations "expense accounts" look like. I often wonder who "ok's" their expenditures. But the really sad thing is that we let them continue to misssuse tax payers dollars. Oh yeah y'all, let's run on down and vote ourseleves another tax to feed these bozos.
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Post by coolboy on Sept 28, 2006 14:02:17 GMT -6
Abbd, I still say that if we had an auditor go through LCG's financial records, we'd probably go into shock when the findings were made public. The trough is definitely full and only a select few get to partake. Maybe I should run for Benjamin's seat since I live in his district. I could lead a pretty good life at $21,000 a year for 12 years, free meals, and a $4,000 travel expense account. Gotta be the best part-time job in the world. Speaking of salary, I wonder if we break down a duncilman's salary by the hour, how much would he make?
My wife believes that there's too much testosterone on the duncil. She says there should be more women in local government.
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Post by dd on Oct 10, 2006 10:01:06 GMT -6
Percy said: One has to look up to Cleo Fields. How many people do you know that were caught on video tape accepting a bag full of cash as a payoff and not gone to jail for it? Where were the FBI, the IRS ?? How can this person, with a relatively new law practice ( how many times did he take the bar exam?) build a multi-million dollar mansion with a guard house in a very exclusive neighborhood in Baton Rouge. His neighbor is the president of the Shaw group, Louisiana’s only fortune 500 company. I would look up to this man too, shouldn’t everybody? ======= I wonder if he paid his contractors with bags of cash like his buddy EWE.
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Post by Taureau on Oct 10, 2006 12:05:35 GMT -6
Anyone planning on attending Mr. Joey Durel's "coffee" Friday morning at 7:00am at Ema's Restaurant at the old Edie's location? Located in the strip mall at the corner of Kaliste Saloom and Pinhook Rd. I am certain we will all be convinced why we should vote for the new taxes and justify their meals before meetings. I plan on being there and hope to see you.
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Post by LisaS on Oct 10, 2006 16:27:42 GMT -6
Is Joey picking up the tab ? Can I get a breakfast to go, so I can get to work on time ? If I went, I would probably laugh at everything Mr Durel had to say, because if anything, he has shown nothing but arrogance and no reason to trust him anymore than Walter Comeaux, career politician ( how did he build a new house after filing bankruptcy with no mortgage ?)Yes, I trust these guys (wink,wink).
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Post by quest on Nov 9, 2006 6:51:19 GMT -6
In today's Advocate: "Durel said he called Gov. Kathleen Blanco, Commissioner of Administration Jerry Luke LeBlanc and State Treasurer John Kennedy on Wednesday about finding some funding for state routes in Lafayette Parish."
That must have been one long distance call. Has Joey forgotten that Blanco is out of the country, or does he think that we do not know that Blanco is out of the country.
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Post by TBEAR on Nov 9, 2006 7:06:40 GMT -6
SHOT!!! busted cold
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Post by quest on Nov 9, 2006 7:33:51 GMT -6
Yeah, Joey may have called the Gov (in Baton Rouge) , but he sure as heck did not talk to her. Even the Advertiser had a story about her being out of the country.
For Joey to even suggest that he talked to the Governor on Wednesday is an insult to thinking men and women everywhere.
And the message is loud and clear. Can’t wait to see if Joey and the Council sit down to a nice warm tax payer funded meal before they throw tax payer funded beads and cups at Mardi Gras next year.
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Post by str8up50 on Nov 9, 2006 16:32:14 GMT -6
Look at KATC web site and see the interview with Durel. Durel stated that he is going to be creative on trying to find monies for road projects.
And the kicker....he states "Im excited. I think that this has kind of reinvigorated me".
Glad that us taxpayers, by voting down your senseless tax, have REINVIGORATED you Durel.
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Post by LisaS on Nov 9, 2006 17:20:06 GMT -6
I noticed Pres Bush finally woke up and fired D Rumsfield. About 6 weeks too late. Now we will have to listen to Ms Polasi for the next two years. Do you think our president will wake up and get rid of Jabba the Hut ? If that is the source of the arrogance displayed by our leaders, it is definitely time for him to retire. I am still waiting for this "outside the box" thinking that Mr Durel promised. All I have seen is the same old same old. I too will vote against all incumbents next year, especially Ms "B" and all her local cronies; Joey Durel, Conrad Comeaux, Lewis Perret,and Mike Neustrom.
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Post by LisaS on Nov 9, 2006 17:27:56 GMT -6
And what does it say about Louisiana when we elect Cleo Fields to the legislature and Bill Jefferson is in the lead spot in the runoff for Congress ? A friend from Texas asked me "Have you met your Governor". I was embarrassed.
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Post by SeleR on Nov 14, 2006 22:24:50 GMT -6
Is this just coincidence or is the "Road Home" recovery project which is just getting started after 11 months of holding money (according to State Treasurer Kennedy) and the sudden interest in an automobile manufacturing plant from Toyota in North Louisiana and the "interest" in a refinery funded by our Muslim friends in Kuwait all as we head into an election year or is this politically motivated bull from the Blanco group ?
Those poor people in Cameron, Chalmette, and New Orleans who have been used in this manner must detest our Governor and 1st "gentleman".
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Post by coolboy on Nov 15, 2006 9:40:20 GMT -6
I also heard something about Blankstare purposely withholding FEMA funds for New Orleans. I'm not sure how true this story is, but if so, I'm sure she's hanging on until her re-election campaign comes around.
It'll take a miracle for her to get my vote in the next election.
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Post by zoe10850 on Nov 18, 2006 14:29:45 GMT -6
And in the news today: Gov Blankstare to call a special session to find ways to spend the $869 million dollar surplus. Also, Blankstare is concerned that so far, only 75 applications (out of about 150,000)have been processed. Hmmm, is that not her area of control. Treasurer Kennedy said money was here in January 2006.
And now our Advertiser is pushing for a ban on cell phone usage while driving. Do you really suppose in these times of high crime that that should be of issue with the police ? Does that mean police are exempted from using communication devices while driving ? This big brother crap is totally out of control; don't like it, pass a law. d**n, where is this country going ?
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Post by zoe10850 on Mar 8, 2007 12:39:30 GMT -6
Thank you Nick, for your column today. I am glad to see someone speak out on the total lack of leadership as well as the failure to focus on problems existing with our council, our school board, and the parish president as well. There is a lack of leadership, and I suppose it is possible that those people are afraid to take a stand because of fear of offending some group.
What is needed here in Lafayette as well as New Orleans, and the state of Louisiana are people who do not care if they are re-elected, but will do the right thing, not what is expedient. Governor Blankstare is not one of those people, nor is Mayor Nagin or President Durel. John Breaux, the likely next Governor is a fine fellow, but will not step on toes. He is a coalition builder, not a person with creative ability.
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Post by TBEAR on Mar 8, 2007 22:57:53 GMT -6
It sure was a good column.
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Post by TBEAR on Mar 13, 2007 23:28:08 GMT -6
Good for you Nick, get the word out, Ill definitely try to tune in.
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Post by zoe10850 on Mar 21, 2007 23:56:28 GMT -6
Anybody hearing any names for parish president. This man needs some opposition to make the public aware of failures of administration.
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