dunebuggy's Blog

Dunebuggy, you know very well I've questioned the guessing games regarding your real identity in the past. Try to be accurate for a change, okay?

In this particular case, I really don't care who's who. All I see is a vindictive bunch of winners who are hellbent on not just defeating the opposition (which they've already done) but DESTROYING anyone who was involved with the previous regime.

If that's what the voters and taxpayers of Anderson County have to look forward to over the next two years, I'll predict -again - that your victory will be short-lived. Even voters who agree with you balk at the viciousness of some of these attacks. Really. Ask Elizabeth Dole up in N.C. if she'd like to take back that "godless" attack on Kay Hagen.

-jdtippett

Dunebuggy, I think we have to give him a chance, we cannot turn into the same kind of crazies that the Bush Bashers became. I mean since day one those people tried to undermine Bush and it devided this country, and did a tremendous amount of damage to America's image across the world. So lets give the guy a break and see what happens. I mean we get to vote in 4 years and give our thumbs up of down. If it gets to bad we have other options.

-noeline

Do any of you guys think maybe you know who someone is but are totally wrong and just don't want to admit it. I have no idea who you think Republikin is but I think you might be wrong in your assumption. It just doesn't seem like whoever republikin is, works for the county.

-noeline

I agree with V-O-R on this one. What I see going on here is an elaborate game, and I don't wanna play. Somebody who may or may not be on either side's roster keeps getting her name called.

-jdtippett

The above post is in danger of being hidden for making too much sense and being entirely too civil. Step it up, String, or get run over.

P.S. Noeline,
If Obama had given any sign that he even knows where the political middle is, much less an ability to govern from it, he would have lost the election because the Dems would have left him twisting in the wind.They are not interested in moderation.

I think that if Mr. Obama governs from the middle we will have him for two terms. If on the other hand he governs with the left wingers like Pelosi he will be in for only one term. BO has a choice where he will either follow his promise to govern all the people fairly and from the middle, or he will prove himself to be another carter. Just a thought now that Mr. Obama has been elected can we now get rid of hypenated American labels. Can we all just be Americans now?

-noeline

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If you are going to write a story that pertains to Contract Law, one would think the author's "expert source" would be an expert in Contract Law, since you are using said source to provide credibility.Here's a hint: Talk to a lawyer that actually specializes in Contract Law. OOPS!... stupid ...- SSHM

-sshm

Just curious... Where did the Council's PAVING ACCOUNT MONEY go? Did it go for paving (a part of infrastructure)? Yes, I do think tax dollars from any source should be used for infrastructure when legal and possible!

-non-sequitur

Give the guy a break Dune! I even gave GWB a break. He certainly proved my point that he wasn't up to the job. Still can't believe he won the second four years. Guess you will have to put up with our choice for the next eight. [image]

-petunia1

Say what you want about Obama but he is smart. He knows to have that second term he will have to stay in the middle ground of politics. So he will be a semi-conservative liberal.<g> That is pretty much where the rest of the voters are. The fringe, ultra-liberal and extreme right wingers just don't get they are too far out there for the mainstream population. If in two years Obama has gone too far, the elections will slide toward the right to slow the "liberal" activiy. I know how unsettling it might be to hear Obama is getting security briefings but the job is his and he better start understanding what he got into. Thank God for Colin Powell. With no Rumsfeld to hinder his skills we can possibly have a better outcome. At least there won't be that quick withdrawal Obama first suggested. Powell's influence was heard earlier than I realized. That should have been obvious when he began to make sense about the war and foreign policy. It's nice to have Powell back where he can safeguard our country. He is a cautious wise man.

-1-opinion

Stan started all these rumors. Could it be that the WJ has tired of him, as other publications have in the past?

-republikin

Well, the region continues to evolve and time will tell what happens! The better half has been quite disgusted with the Anderson Indep-Mail for its increasing decrease in size. We have noticed that the Anderson Journal seems bigger than the AIM at times. I hate to see the local paper not be a daily edition. I have gotten rather accustomed to it after 50+ years of the Anderson newspaper each morning.

-the-queen

Show me thelegal advice in my last post, Amy. I swear, you wander worse and worse all the time.

You may be right. Even a blind ...... ? If that happens, where does that leave Anderson County? Getting three of four voted out is only have the game. What do you do now? You actually have to do something. It'll be fun to watch.

-republikin

Hey DumbBuddy: I guess you just woke up. Another of Stan's many personalities.For the one-thousand't time. I'm not Amy, I have no idea who she is. Apparently she gets under your thin skin. Maybe she is right?

-republikin

Folks, sorry to change topics. But I just heard on the morning news that Barack Obama starts getting daily security briefings today. Doesn't that just warm your freaking heart? Bill Ayers for SecDef!!To those of you with loved ones serving overseas, mythoughts, my prayers, and my condolences.

You folks take it easy on Amy. She's under a lot of pressure.She has about six weeks left to get all she can from the trough. Too bad she and Billy Mac can't throw together one more economic development deal, make a nice lick on a real estate commission,and close another road. But, those kinds of opportunities don't come along every day - unless you're MArshall Carithers,of course.
Amy, what you gonna do, now that Council's through with you?

Apologies to the Pure Prairie League

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If you are going to write a story that pertains to Contract Law, one would think the author's "expert source" would be an expert in Contract Law, since you are using said source to provide credibility.Here's a hint: Talk to a lawyer that actually specializes in Contract Law. OOPS!... stupid ...- SSHM

-sshm

You know, sometimes giving everyone a fresh start would be a good option. Beating the old issues is a waste of time. You are not going to get rid of Stan Welch - he makes $$$$ for the Journal, and David Meade does have common sense as a businessman. Give it a rest, Repub. The new mayor has his work cut out for him.

Phil Clardy is a good man who did his best with a difficult situation. I am glad I was not in his shoes. Just as I am glad I am not in the shoes of President-Elect Obama in these very difficult times.

-the-queen

A flag pin is completely divorced from any formal protocol or flag code designed to assure the proper respect for the flag. It is a piece of jewelry, just like a Rotarian's pin.
John MCCain has clearly honored his flag with nearly a half century of service.By doing so, he has earned the right to wear a flag pin or not wear one, as he sees fit.
Obama's refusal to place his hand over his heart during the national anthem, however, is a clear violation of the flag protocols,and aninsulting display of nonchalance on his part. But you can't blame him for not knowing the protocol. They probably didn't teach it in Egyptian schools, and he missed his chance to learn it at boot camp.

String, there is a list of approximately 120 projects on the current CPST list, to be voted on in November.They are set by law, and cannot be changer, either to delete, add or change the priority of any given project. The projected amount of taxes to be collected in the seven year life of the tax is approximately $148M. The list was based on the amount estimated to be collected. If the tax passes, the county would issue bonds or otherwise borrow the omoney so that the projects could be constrycted immediately and coincidentally. In other words, the top project could be started and so could ten more.
If the tax runs out, the projects stop. If a new referendum is heald, to allow seven more years of taxes, then either the same or new projects would be started. But there is noneed for separate referendums (referenda?) on each project. The vote in BNovember is to approve both the tax and the list of projects as approved by County Council in an earlier vote.

I guess everyone got the e-memo from Nick today about turning over the forum to four volunteer moderators. What he didn't mention is he is leaving AIM to work for Jesus at the NewSprings mega church over at the intersection of Hwy. 81 and Brown Rd. Good luck, Nick. To the volunteers, enjoy it while it lasts. The newspaper that sponsors this blog is staggering in circles, gasping for air, and casting off writers and reporters like a dog in a flea bath. Three more months and Liz Carey will be published by default.

Agreed Angel,  the infrared camera imaging device was given via FIREHOUSE Subs, corp.  and the great support from them.  We, the Homeland Park Task Force, had absolutely no input or supplied this piece of equipment,  Just so THAT piece of disinformation doesn't start floating about!!!  We only take credit for things we ACTUALLY accomplish or do.

-wyatt1sc

jane, you naughty girl! I got this one this afternoon. What a hoot!

"Truth is the first casualty of war", goes the old saying. I think we can add "and political campaigns" to that.Of course, the really sad thing is that Biden isn't even the biggest liar on that ticket!

Anyone want to check and see when the county bought the little outparcel that sits in the grassy area off the Kroger building parking lot on River Street? (You can check the county land maps and Assessor Data.) It was not part of the original Kroger building deal. Who authorized its purchase??? I don't believe it was brought up at any Council meetings.

-non-sequitur

You need somebody to keep you safe POO-bob Why don`t you try being a man, and protecting your own family.I raised three kids, who by the way turned out just fine,and never needed the help of any law enforcement office to do the job.I figured they had more important business,than to run interference for my family,I provided all the protection they required.And at no cost to the taxpayers.

-rino

 Now, SSHM, what is the dig about Honea Path????  I am from Honea Path, too, and I sure know the definition of the word reelection.  Are you trying to irritate those of us in what you appear to consider the hinterlands?  Because I assure you, we do know how to read, wear shoes, and have indoor plumbing.

-the-queen

I know there are not many homegrown Yankee fans here and I'm talking baseball here. Today is a day that, I'm not sure should be happening. Today the last game in yankee stadium will be played. This is a sad day, considering howmany firsts were done there.

-noeline