tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post8872422681699082942..comments2023-06-30T07:39:20.662-04:00Comments on BRISTOLTODAY.COM: Overview of The Great DebateSteve Collinshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06316108296993240817noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-4313379927891771382007-10-28T20:24:00.000-04:002007-10-28T20:24:00.000-04:00wateched that debate which was held at the Little ...wateched that debate which was held at the Little League center this week - ward definately won this one, he had it all over Johnson and had him flustered a couple of times about issues such as his wanting to expand the city council and his contact with that Municipal Energy firm.<BR/>I know why I am voting for Ward.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-62655174334369776432007-10-27T00:21:00.000-04:002007-10-27T00:21:00.000-04:00maybe, this,like all of Johnson's other unsubstant...maybe, this,like all of Johnson's other unsubstantiated, blow-hard insinuations, they can't be accusations because then he would have to prove them, ward realized the unfounded stupidity of the subject. <BR/>Wake up Ken, election day is coming upon us and you will need to either put up or be shut up on November 6th.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-5096854642858007722007-10-26T14:10:00.000-04:002007-10-26T14:10:00.000-04:00"But Johnson zinged Ward for participating in anot..."But Johnson zinged Ward for participating in another “scripted” session in 2005 before the approval of a new housing code. Ward did not respond to Johnson’s prodding on the issue."<BR/><BR/>See Art ... you live by the sword, you die by the sword!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-52657558950462938822007-10-25T22:18:00.000-04:002007-10-25T22:18:00.000-04:00Oh and the Ward people NEVER attacked Zoppo.Yeah R...Oh and the Ward people NEVER attacked Zoppo.<BR/><BR/>Yeah RightAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-9898830076583658792007-10-25T20:00:00.000-04:002007-10-25T20:00:00.000-04:00Steve, c'mon - what is the purpose of posting that...Steve, c'mon - what is the purpose of posting that last comment about Johnson using Zoppo's tactics? HE basehd HER, not the other way around! These posters are really rewriting history and history is what it is. THE PRIMARY IS OVER! I am so sick of all the "poor Artie" whining.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-72539809365322073142007-10-25T17:13:00.000-04:002007-10-25T17:13:00.000-04:00Ken Johnson has run an extreamly clean race thus f...Ken Johnson has run an extreamly clean race thus far. He has said nothing against Ward except for the plain facts everybody knows about. Voters deserve to be informed on these truths, and I hope Ken keeps spreading them.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-24080772170489395702007-10-25T16:24:00.000-04:002007-10-25T16:24:00.000-04:00There goes Johnson's promise of running a clean ca...There goes Johnson's promise of running a clean campaign. All that Ward bashing...shame on you Kenny! Now I know why everyone thinks Zoppo's involved. Johnson is using her tactics.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-90707874760358747172007-10-25T14:57:00.000-04:002007-10-25T14:57:00.000-04:00Johnson didn't do a very good job keeping his prom...Johnson didn't do a very good job keeping his promise to hold a clean campaign. <BR/><BR/>He has done nothing but bash Ward and thrown out accusations and inuendo since Ward didn't vote to re-appoint him to the Water Board.<BR/><BR/>This shows that he is another person that you don't want in office because if he doesn't get his way he will try to stomp all over you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-27888531297911205702007-10-25T12:55:00.000-04:002007-10-25T12:55:00.000-04:00You guys are absolutly right Art Ward has a ton of...You guys are absolutly right Art Ward has a ton of experience.... at doing nothing while being elected for the past 14 years. Time for change is now, any educated voter would understand this sentiment Johnson for Mayor '07Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-57517252664716091142007-10-25T12:44:00.000-04:002007-10-25T12:44:00.000-04:00It's okay through for Art Ward to receive a script...It's okay through for Art Ward to receive a script and participate in the scripted meeting when the Housing codes were imposed on homewoners.<BR/><BR/>That's okay right Dems.<BR/><BR/>You can't have it both ways. You are all like Ward flip flopping like a fish on hot tar.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-78100393570346724472007-10-25T11:30:00.000-04:002007-10-25T11:30:00.000-04:00Lets see if we can get some of Johnsons "ways" rig...Lets see if we can get some of Johnsons "ways" right:<BR/>1. Do away with the conveyance tax.<BR/> Sure pass the shortfall onto the rest of us. Create a shortfall so other services maybe cut.<BR/>2. Go to an appointed BOE.<BR/> Sure take my right as a parent away for me. Take away my right to vote.<BR/>3. FOI was to "Poke a stick in Ellen's eye"<BR/> Hey Ken it was Ellen's stick!!<BR/>Clearly you cannot see the difference with the agenda in 2005 and the one where the FOI was filed on her. <BR/>In her word: "We don't want any leaks", "Don't let Art see" <BR/>Ken you SEE NOTHING WRONG WITH THIS SCRIPT? You need to stop taking acting classes and attend Common Sense 101.<BR/><BR/>You need to be honest with the voters Ken the information you were provided was not your research, it came from Ellen. At least try to be honest with yourself.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-47024217740373690802007-10-25T11:19:00.000-04:002007-10-25T11:19:00.000-04:00Ward won for sure on the debates because the first...Ward won for sure on the debates because the first thing Johnson did was come out attacking Ward. Proves Ken is a hot head and will say anything to get voted in. Sorry but that snake oil man already came by 2 years ago.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-53824593863653035292007-10-25T10:21:00.000-04:002007-10-25T10:21:00.000-04:00Steve,I attended the debate last night. You deserv...Steve,<BR/>I attended the debate last night. You deserve kudos for the succint and immediate reporting of the event. I can't understand how you can type up a synopsis of statements and listen to all that's going on at the same time. You definitely deserve a raise!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-73043041162927051942007-10-25T09:35:00.000-04:002007-10-25T09:35:00.000-04:00Conveyance taxes hurt homeowners not Realtors!!Conveyance taxes hurt homeowners not Realtors!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-29576356741455270472007-10-25T09:30:00.000-04:002007-10-25T09:30:00.000-04:00So now, based on the first post here, Art Ward's i...So now, based on the first post here, Art Ward's inability to debate and answer questions goes back to Ellen and how she must be helping Ken? That's a stretch don't you think? <BR/><BR/>I think what the debates this week point out is that Art Ward is alot smarter than I gave him credit for. If he can't handle Ken Johnson in a debate, there is no way he would way survived a debate with Elen. Good move on his part ducking them.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-7509583378077595842007-10-25T08:38:00.000-04:002007-10-25T08:38:00.000-04:00To Anonymous at 5:05aDo you have FACTUAL proof tha...<B>To Anonymous at 5:05a</B><BR/><BR/>Do you have <B>FACTUAL</B> proof that Johnson was fired from his position at CL&P? <BR/><BR/> <I>Or is this another case of heresay and gossip?</I><BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><BR/><B>To Anonymous at 8:09a</B><BR/><BR/><I>Actually correct me if I am wrong, </I><BR/><BR/>The conveyance tax is something that the <B>BUYER</B> of property has to pay, <B><I>NOT the Agents brokering the deals.</I></B><BR/><BR/>It would appear that you have your information incorrect on the conveyance taxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-72179501051071793492007-10-25T08:26:00.000-04:002007-10-25T08:26:00.000-04:00Not only that, but how does he see that the FOI co...Not only that, but how does he see that the FOI complaint does not servie the people of Bristol? If there was a violation, which I am sure it will be ruled there was, is Johnson saying that people don't have the right to know or should file an FOI? <BR/>Taking away my right to vote for members on the BOE, taking away my home if he thinks it best for the city? NO THANK KEN JOHNSON - I LOVE MY RIGHTS & FREEDOMS!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-82283782389675219242007-10-25T08:09:00.000-04:002007-10-25T08:09:00.000-04:00Of course Ken Johnson wants to get rid of the conv...Of course Ken Johnson wants to get rid of the conveyance tax. It hurts his bottom line when he sells a piece of property.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8811616037332448221.post-89261478352365595212007-10-25T05:05:00.000-04:002007-10-25T05:05:00.000-04:00Sure sounds as if Johnson was protecting Zoppo muc...Sure sounds as if Johnson was protecting Zoppo much of the night. I am sure Ellen thinks working with Johnson is in the best interest of the city, but she needs to remember - WE VOTED HER OUT! Johnson needs to stand up on HIS OWN and stop being the feel good approach. If you are such an assest as you claim then why did you get fired after 21 years of service to a company?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com