Posted: 2/28/2010 8:38:53 AM EDT
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I don't post here much, but many of you will recognize me from other forums. I have a favor to ask.
If you live in Texas House District 100 (parts of South, West, and East Dallas), or know anyone who does, I'm asking you to cast a vote (or encourage your friends to) in the Democratic primary on Tuesday for Eric Johnson for state rep. I realize that most of you reading this are likely not Democrats, but this couldn't be more important. This district WILL have a Democrat representative, and your only choices are either Eric or whoever the dallas county democratic party appoints. Your current rep has pleaded guilty to federal charges involving bribe taking and embezzling campaign funds, but her name is still on the ballot and the party establishment is going to do everything they can to defeat Eric (who didn't kiss the right rings) so they can hand pick her successor without an election. If you live in this district, your vote for Eric is much, much, much more important than any vote you may cast in the Republican primary. I've known Eric for years, and despite the fact that he's a Democrat and supported Obama, he will make an excellent rep. And no one should seriously question that he will be light-years better than the likely hand selections of the democrat party establishment. I don't know if we have any members living in this district, and I know this is a lot to ask, but it is very important. If you have any questions about Eric or think you might live in the district but aren't sure, you can email me. Map of District 100 http://www.dallasnews.com/shar...dition1.4beaa11.html http://www.dallasnews.com/shar...dition1.4bb4767.html |
| Interesting response, it certainly wasn't my intent to offend anyone, so if I did I apologize. No one who knows me would ever accuse me of being a Democrat, but I am a pragmatist. If you live in this part of Dallas, then you probably know what your options are. There is no Republican or even a Libertarian or Independent in the race. And it wouldn't matter because the district is 90+% Democrat. This is the first time in 14 years there's even been a real primary challenge. So if you feel the need to choose between Perry and Hutchinson, then by all means do. But some may want to know that they have the ability to make a real difference. Once again, if you live in this district, you will have a democrat representing you in Austin. You can have input in who that is, or you can let those you hate so much choose for you. Sometimes you have to "Do what you can, with what you have, where you are." |
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Do any of you who responded to this actually live in the district?
So this person should just accept the Democrat that the Democrat Party (corrupt) choose? Or should this person do what they can to choose the best person with an actual chance of getting elected? You know, the lesser of two evils. Or should everyone just vote on principal to help ensure that we elect more Obama's since we have to show those damn (insert party here) and vote for some 3rd or 4th party candidate (in this case 2nd party candidate) without a prayer of getting elected? |
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Quoted: Do any of you who responded to this actually live in the district? So this person should just accept the Democrat that the Democrat Party (corrupt) choose? Or should this person do what they can to choose the best person with an actual chance of getting elected? You know, the lesser of two evils. Or should everyone just vote on principal to help ensure that we elect more Obama's since we have to show those damn (insert party here) and vote for some 3rd or 4th party candidate (in this case 2nd party candidate) without a prayer of getting elected? You can GTFO with the OP. Most of us are tired of "voting the lesser evil" and will/want to vote for the "better of 2 good choices". I can only wonder which troll account the OP used as a primary account before being banned? Also, why is there a limit to just a Dem for that district? Too afraid to hitch your horse to a different wagon? |
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You can GTFO with the OP. Most of us are tired of "voting the lesser evil" and will/want to vote for the "better of 2 good choices". I can only wonder which troll account the OP used as a primary account before being banned? Also, why is there a limit to just a Dem for that district? Too afraid to hitch your horse to a different wagon? So let's say that the Democrat is going to get 90% of the vote. Just like in every election. Should one then continue to vote for one of the 10% guaranteed losers? Why not try and influence what you can within the limits presented? Nobody is saying that we shouldn't push for a viable non-Democrat candidate. But until there is a viable one wouldn't you rather elect someone that you agree with 50% than have the Democratic machine appoint someone that you only agree with 5%? I can also say that this person is not a troll, take that for what little it is worth. Also I didn't realize this was your private domain to pick and choose who can stay and who can go. |
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Quoted: Quoted: You can GTFO with the OP. Most of us are tired of "voting the lesser evil" and will/want to vote for the "better of 2 good choices". I can only wonder which troll account the OP used as a primary account before being banned? Also, why is there a limit to just a Dem for that district? Too afraid to hitch your horse to a different wagon? So let's say that the Democrat is going to get 90% of the vote. Just like in every election. Should one then continue to vote for one of the 10% guaranteed losers? Why not try and influence what you can within the limits presented? Nobody is saying that we shouldn't push for a viable non-Democrat candidate. But until there is a viable one wouldn't you rather elect someone that you agree with 50% than have the Democratic machine appoint someone that you only agree with 5%? I can also say that this person is not a troll, take that for what little it is worth. Also I didn't realize this was your private domain to pick and choose who can stay and who can go. Touchy much? My question to you is, why would you want to waste your time and effort on supporting the left with their agenda or put that same effort into a candidate that may align more with your beliefs? Now, if you agree with those that align to the left and the current administration, then please continue to do so with all the energy you have. You may not be in support of what I personally believe, but at least you are somewhat passionate about something. As far as this being "my domain", I didn't claim it was. However, I can tell you that you and your information listed in the OP may not carry the same favor here that you may expect from other more "liberal" sites/forums on the web. |
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There's no one else running from any other party. It would be a waste of time for any other party to put up a candidate because of the overwhelming democratic composition of the district. This is one of those gerrymandered districts designed to always elect a democrat. I'm sorry that you think I'm a troll. Although I've been registered here for years and visit frequently, I haven't posted before, but I use the same screen name on several other boards where it should be clear that I'm neither a troll nor a liberal.
Also, why is there a limit to just a Dem for that district? Too afraid to hitch your horse to a different wagon? |
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While I can certainly understand trying to garner support for representation, what Terri Hodge did was fucked up, and that alone put everyone in that district in an odd situation.
And what's even more fucked up is the fact that the election committee (DALCO) claim that it's too far into the election cycle to change the ballot. Terri Hodge is still on the ballot, even though she's now in Federal custody (or so I understand). The state of Texas needs to step in and call for a special election in this situation, or get the feds involved. What the OP hasn't told you, is that the supporters for Hodge have claimed that they are still going to vote for her, while she has released a statement asking them specifically not to, and has asked them to vote for an eligible candidate. Those supporters will outnumber Johnson's supporters. The OP is right - the election committee can hand pick whoever they want at that point. I wouldn't normally support either of those candidates, but I don't like the fact that the process is rigged in such a way that you would be denied the opportunity for representation. I would seriously consider it, but that's not my district. |
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While I can certainly understand trying to garner support for representation, what Terri Hodge did was fucked up, and that alone put everyone in that district in an odd situation. And what's even more fucked up is the fact that the election committee (DALCO) claim that it's too far into the election cycle to change the ballot. Terri Hodge is still on the ballot, even though she's now in Federal custody (or so I understand). The state of Texas needs to step in and call for a special election in this situation, or get the feds involved. What the OP hasn't told you, is that the supporters for Hodge have claimed that they are still going to vote for her, while she has released a statement asking them specifically not to, and has asked them to vote for an eligible candidate. Those supporters will outnumber Johnson's supporters. The OP is right - the election committee can hand pick whoever they want at that point. I wouldn't normally support either of those candidates, but I don't like the fact that the process is rigged in such a way that you would be denied the opportunity for representation. I would seriously consider it, but that's not my district. Ah...WTH....I hear what you saying, but here's my 2 pennies: 1. Why the State of Texas doesn't step in? Who knows? Maybe the sentiment is just the same as most members' opinion posted in this thread. 2. Is the new candidate better than the incumbent? For how long? Almost all politicians can't be trusted. 3. It's their mess..Let them clean up. |
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I will PERSONALLY back up Dallas239. I have known him for several years. He is damned good people. He is not a troll. He should start posting here more, that way he doesnt have to deal with Mike Peckerwood or Cardildo.
I see the issue here, and in this case, if one lives in the district, Mr Johnson is the right choice. |
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I will PERSONALLY back up Dallas239. I have known him for several years. He is damned good people. He is not a troll. He should start posting here more, that way he doesnt have to deal with Mike Peckerwood or Cardildo. I see the issue here, and in this case, if one lives in the district, Mr Johnson is the right choice. Hummmm....I didn't know we have Mike Peckerwood or Cardildo, here.  
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I will PERSONALLY back up Dallas239. I have known him for several years. He is damned good people. He is not a troll. He should start posting here more, that way he doesnt have to deal with Mike Peckerwood or Cardildo. I see the issue here, and in this case, if one lives in the district, Mr Johnson is the right choice. I can vouch for FAIL_SAFE, I post here and never have to deal with Mike Peckerwood or Cardildo |
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At least some of the Dallas-area political misfits are going to jail - 18 years for Don Hill, 9 for his old lady, and 14 years for D'Angelo Lee. Miscellaneous sentences for bit players. And of course, Terri Hodge.
But it's balls to come on here and ask for people to cross over and vote on the Dem primary ticket. IMO, one Dem is as bad as the next one, and our job is to get a Republican majority elected so those Dems can't do any damage. . . |
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With the demographics of that district, there will never be a republican coming out of there. This is about voter representation.
BTW, Mike Peckerwood = Mike Packwood, owner/oppressor of SigForum Cardildo = Cardillo, owner/douchenozzle of 2aforums.com Dallas239 is a solid person, shoots often, and is a better shot than most on this board! Stop trying to be clever posting your various images on bans, etc. |
