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Whistleblower Shipione Heads to Harvard
But why is this so, I mean in San Diego. I'm I wrong or does there seem to be an unusually high amount of corruption? Especially with its so-called leaders... Why do San Diegan's find this acceptable at any level?— June 24, 2009 3:47 p.m.
Whistleblower Shipione Heads to Harvard
Don Check out San Diego latest scam involving a family member of the "Ethics Commission's Executive Director... Will this ever end in San Diego or are we destined to corruption at one level or the next forever? http://www.voiceofsandiego.org/articles/2009/06/2…— June 24, 2009 3:08 p.m.
Burdick’s back taxes
Wonder if she'll honor the contract she signed... or screw over the landlord and allow the bankruptcy to discharge the debt.— June 24, 2009 3:05 p.m.
Burdick’s back taxes
Does the City Council ever vett anyone these days or is it simply that the voters are so apathetic they, the council, knows there is no danger.— June 24, 2009 3:02 p.m.
Whistleblower Shipione Heads to Harvard
Yes, I agree the City will probably settle any civil litigation. They will claim it's business decision, and, knowing juries are capable of awarding some outrageous amounts of money, (since they see as not theirs) it makes the best business sense. But it would worth the price of adminssion to see the whole civil trial and then find out how the jury apportions responsiblity to the adults. And you're also correct, if this case had been evaluated properly and not politically it would have never gone to trial, which is a very sad commentary on our D.A. Finally I have no idea who is paying for his attorney fees... I have nothing to do with SDPOA so I have no insider knowledge.— June 24, 2009 6:35 a.m.
Whistleblower Shipione Heads to Harvard
Jeez Johnny.... Is innocent a finding a jury may reach in a criminal trial? The guy was found not guilty by a jury of his peers. The prosecution has not proved the defendant guilty of crime. Because, my friend, a person accused of and prosecuted for the commission of a crime is presumed innocent until proved guilty. You know a basic premise held dearly in our nation and rooted as an unwritten tenant of English Common Law. Since the prosecution failed to prove White guilty he is, in the eyes of the law an innocent man. But you knew that being a lawyer and all that... What was the name of that law school you attended? You did graduate, didn't you?— June 23, 2009 7:35 p.m.
San Diego's Hotel Business among Nation's Worst
I knew there is GENIUS behind Surfpuppy's thought processes and prolific comments. He already knows how produce a balance sheet to reflect the desired outcome. (wink and nod) good buddy.— June 23, 2009 8:33 a.m.
Whistleblower Shipione Heads to Harvard
Remember John it's a slippery slope. You're right, we the taxpayer do expect our leaders to err ah LEAD. Her example in this instance is exactly the opposite...that slope sure is slippery... wonder how far she'll slide before regaining her grip? So you think a year is sufficient, we should call it on-the-job training period... well let's hope you're more correct than some of your past predictions in this case. Let's remember her words and hold her accountable in Dec 2009." Marti said; “The public has lost faith in our city. I will work hard to restore integrity, honesty and openness to city government. ----nothing much so far...so let's give her six more months to learn the ropes. Never mind she's been dealing with government for the last 20 years as a news reporter. No more sweetheart deals for lobbyists and campaign contributors. ....well looking at some of her votes...one begins to wonder if she's fallen into the morass already?? "No more secret meetings. My calendar will be public – who I meet with and what we discuss." ...well her calendar is PUBLIC .... it just doesn't really say anything. Isn't this what tried and true politicians do? "Make the calendars of all top city officials public." ...Not much going on with this effort... Just how long should this one take, Johnny? "Enact 'Clean Contracting' legislation to restrict government contracts for major campaign contributors.” ....has anyone ever accomplished this? Careful there is double speak here too... let's see if she does anything with this at all.— June 22, 2009 11:32 a.m.
Whistleblower Shipione Heads to Harvard
It's been more than six months already... http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/metro/20081209… So Johnny what your take on the her office budget and dipping into city reserves to fund it and others? Please tell me how it going to help!— June 22, 2009 8:58 a.m.
Whistleblower Shipione Heads to Harvard
Don Both you and Johnny have been in consistent in your messages and have remained on point until now. What's changed? Both of you are being more lenient on Ms. Emerald, what gives? Over the past 25 years these are the reasons we in the mess we find ourselves in today, that is, few if any, would point out promises made and then broken with falsehoods or different interpretations. Ms. Emerald was hired by her district to clean house. However, only a few months after her election were getting excuses not action. Worse, she is finding ways completely contrary to promises made, to spend money on herself and her staff, rather than fixing any of the existing problems. Johnny says, give her some time. The underlying message to that statement is an admission, he agrees nothing is getting done, but she needs more time. Well John, how much time is reasonable in your mind? A year maybe two? If it's two then we run into the issue Don raises about half the term wasted. BTW John, there's no hate here, it's simply time to hold them accountable immediately, there is no reason to let this go on for a year or two. ALL of the council candidates know the City's problems! It's not like they walked into the office and someone said SURPRISE. No my friend, I'm just sick and tired of hearing the lies, only to find out after we've been suckered into thinking he or she will be different, only to find out it's another person out for themselves first.— June 22, 2009 6:52 a.m.