Campaign Donations for Paulette

[surepip]

I've been waiting to see if some of the Richardson MWM PAC money would show up in the District 19 Race.

 

MWM PAC, the one Richardson transfered all his money into last year not following State Ethic's Rules, has made a substantial donation to Paulette. Richardson had the Ethic's Commission Hearing on the transfer of the money a couple of months ago and got a $500 fine/slap [or tap] on the wrist.

 

But it does bother me a bit that one of the Principle's at the County Attorney Law Firm is donating money to a candidate in this race. Seems out of place.

 

But hey, this is Paulding County, and we all know the history behind the District 19 seat.

 

Let the bashing start

Edited October 17, 2010 by PUBBY
headline for accuracy. while Richardson is a principal at the law firm, I don't think the partners have any control over that fund and thus the original headline was inaccurate

[Cathyhelms]

I've been waiting to see if some of the Richardson MWM PAC money would show up in the District 19 Race.

 

MWM PAC, the one Richardson transfered all his money into last year not following State Ethic's Rules, has made a substantial donation to Paulette. Richardson had the Ethic's Commission Hearing on the transfer of the money a couple of months ago and got a $500 fine/slap [or tap] on the wrist.

 

But it does bother me a bit that one of the Principle's at the County Attorney Law Firm is donating money to a candidate in this race. Seems out of place.

 

But hey, this is Paulding County, and we all know the history behind the District 19 seat.

 

Let the bashing start

 

Well, I guess you found your dead horse. :lol: I've got a shovel you can use.

[Cabe]

I think your topic header is deliberately deceitful and misleading. But yeah, that's your MO.

[peachesga]

I think your topic header is deliberately deceitful and misleading. But yeah, that's your MO.

 

I agree.

Edited October 17, 2010 by peachesga

[SoldbyShawna]

It misleading surepip. Could you please request Pubby or one of the mods to correct it? I'm sure you don't want it to be that way.

[Foxmeister]

I've been waiting to see if some of the Richardson MWM PAC money would show up in the District 19 Race.

 

MWM PAC, the one Richardson transfered all his money into last year not following State Ethic's Rules, has made a substantial donation to Paulette. Richardson had the Ethic's Commission Hearing on the transfer of the money a couple of months ago and got a $500 fine/slap [or tap] on the wrist.

 

But it does bother me a bit that one of the Principle's at the County Attorney Law Firm is donating money to a candidate in this race. Seems out of place.

 

But hey, this is Paulding County, and we all know the history behind the District 19 seat.

 

Let the bashing start

 

How much was the donation?

[Beach Bum]

I feel very badly for you surepip because you must waste a lot of time during the day "spinning" things to suit your purpose.

[surepip]

Mea Culpa, Mea Culpa, Mea Culpa.

 

I still think it is improper for a partner in THE FIRM [which is paid for providing the county attorney], who is no longer a sitting politician, to donate like that.

 

But, on the other hand, I was actually expecting it to me more than $2400.

[Foxmeister]

Mea Culpa, Mea Culpa, Mea Culpa.

 

I still think it is improper for a partner in THE FIRM [which is paid for providing the county attorney], who is no longer a sitting politician, to donate like that.

 

But, on the other hand, I was actually expecting it to me more than $2400.

 

How much exactly was the donation and where are you getting your facts from?

[mom2dachs]

Well, I guess you found your dead horse. :lol: I've got a shovel you can use.

 

How much exactly was the donation and where are you getting your facts from?

I am interested in those answers, too.

[Cabe]

You kill me, Surepip. You have numerous posts over the last several days saying we shouldn't make Will "guilty by association" then start a thread that applies that very same principle. "Will only took teamsters and union money because he needed it to launch his campaign" but Paulette shouldn't accept local money, I guess. Will's best friend can work to get Obama elected, but Paulette shouldn't have any association with local GOP members.

 

Can you even see your own hypocrisy? Or are you too blinded by your hatred?

[Beach Bum]

You kill me, Surepip. You have numerous posts over the last several days saying we shouldn't make Will "guilty by association" then start a thread that applies that very same principle. "Will only took teamsters and union money because he needed it to launch his campaign" but Paulette shouldn't accept local money, I guess. Will's best friend can work to get Obama elected, but Paulette shouldn't have any association with local GOP members.

 

Can you even see your own hypocrisy? Or are you too blinded by your hatred?

 

I think it might be a little (or maybe a lot) of both.

[Animal]

I think ya'll are wrong,that money could be used to help with her defense fund. Such as bond to keep her butt out of jail & lawyers fee's. See you got to look at the bigger picture. And better pictures for her mug shot,and sharper instruments.

[Cathyhelms]

Or to pay for fundraisers at Manuel's in Atlanta??

 

I hear Paulding County is considering annexing that area.

[feelip]

What amazes me is the number of what I used to think were "decent" people that defend these two. In my opinion they should be run out of the county on a rail.

 

Or to pay for fundraisers at Manuel's in Atlanta??

 

I hear Paulding County is considering annexing that area.

 

 

I love Manuels. Did a lot of work for Mr. Maloof in years gone by.

[WHITEY]

How much exactly was the donation and where are you getting your facts from?

Here is the information click on two day report

 

http://ethics.georgia.gov/Reports/Campaign/Campaign_Name.aspx?NameID=6430&FilerID=C2010000028&Type=candidate

 

http://ethics.georgia.gov/Reports/Campaign/Campaign_ByExpenditures_RFR.aspx?NameID=770&FilerID=NC2006000177&CDRID=22289&Name=MMV%20Alliance%20Fund&Year=2009&Report=June%2030th%20-%20Non-Election%20Year

 

http://atlantaunsheltered.com/tag/mmv-alliance-fund/

[WHITEY]

I think your topic header is deliberately deceitful and misleading. But yeah, that's your MO.

Will you explain what you mean in the above quote?

[gpatt0n]

Will you explain what you mean in the above quote?

 

the "original topic title" suggested that the law firm was the source of the campaign contribution referenced when it was the former speakers's PAC, not the law firms, that was the reputed source.

 

Her comment was directed at the previous title.

 

pubby

[surepip]

What amazes me is the number of what I used to think were "decent" people that defend these two. In my opinion they should be run out of the county on a rail.

 

 

 

 

I love Manuels. Did a lot of work for Mr. Maloof in years gone by.

 

Small world.

The Maloof family was instrumental in bringing many facets together in the 1960s and 1970s while Atlanta went through it's growing up period. Almost a Catholic institution unto themselves they were at the cutting edge of desegregation.

 

Manuel's brother was the coach at St Pius High School for what seemed like a generation or more and was known for his a-political stance. Too bad they are now seen as subversive.

 

And here we are so many years later and the Maloofs are now seen as a hotbed of anti-Republican activity. But then again, those were the days when the KKK and other such organizations were in the mainstream of Atlanta politics.

 

This was, and is a family that did a great deal to help Atlanta get over a dificult period of political upheaval. I still recall when they desegregated the football teams and suffered the consequences as a result. Marist and others soon followed suit, and brought an end to a tainted history for Atlanta sports including bringing the Braves and Falcons to town.

 

But, because they were staunch Democrats, many still ostracize them for what they did to help with the desegregation of Atlanta sports.

 

Live and learn I reckon.

[Cathyhelms]

Small world.

The Maloof family was instrumental in bringing many facets together in the 1960s and 1970s while Atlanta went through it's growing up period. Almost a Catholic institution unto themselves they were at the cutting edge of desegregation.

 

Manuel's brother was the coach at St Pius High School for what seemed like a generation or more and was known for his a-political stance. Too bad they are now seen as subversive.

 

And here we are so many years later and the Maloofs are now seen as a hotbed of anti-Republican activity. But then again, those were the days when the KKK and other such organizations were in the mainstream of Atlanta politics.

 

This was, and is a family that did a great deal to help Atlanta get over a dificult period of political upheaval. I still recall when they desegregated the football teams and suffered the consequences as a result. Marist and others soon followed suit, and brought an end to a tainted history for Atlanta sports including bringing the Braves and Falcons to town.

 

But, because they were staunch Democrats, many still ostracize them for what they did to help with the desegregation of Atlanta sports.

 

Live and learn I reckon.

 

I didn't know Atlanta was in Paulding County?? I thought it was important we spend our $ here to help SPLOST Is there no where in Paulding County to have a fundraiser??

[bluebird]

And then there is this tidbit of information -

 

at a 2009 conference of the State Legislative Leaders Foundation in Bern, Switzerland.

 

Campaign reports show Richardson stayed at the five-star Grand Resort, which offers a casino, golf, tennis, horseback riding and other amenities, in Bad Ragaz, Switzerland.

 

On its Web site, the foundation notes that it’s sponsored a Transatlantic Leadership Academy since 1999 that has

 

“increased communication and cooperation among political, business and academic leaders in Europe and North America. In the intervening years, this branch of SLLF has brought scores of US state legislative and business leaders together with their counterparts from across the European continent. The end result has been an increased understanding and appreciation of the common bonds shared by leaders from democracies around the world.”

 

Understanding is so important. Remarkably, all 11 Transatlantic conferences have been held in Europe and none in the USA.

 

 

 

Birds of a feather ....

 

 

[Cathyhelms]

And then there is this tidbit of information -

 

at a 2009 conference of the State Legislative Leaders Foundation in Bern, Switzerland.

 

Campaign reports show Richardson stayed at the five-star Grand Resort, which offers a casino, golf, tennis, horseback riding and other amenities, in Bad Ragaz, Switzerland.

 

On its Web site, the foundation notes that it’s sponsored a Transatlantic Leadership Academy since 1999 that has

 

“increased communication and cooperation among political, business and academic leaders in Europe and North America. In the intervening years, this branch of SLLF has brought scores of US state legislative and business leaders together with their counterparts from across the European continent. The end result has been an increased understanding and appreciation of the common bonds shared by leaders from democracies around the world.”

 

Understanding is so important. Remarkably, all 11 Transatlantic conferences have been held in Europe and none in the USA.

 

 

 

Birds of a feather ....

 

Yep!!!

[surepip]

I didn't know Atlanta was in Paulding County?? I thought it was important we spend our $ here to help SPLOST Is there no where in Paulding County to have a fundraiser??

Like where?

 

Maybe at Audrey's Cafe ? I am sure all the Georgia Politcal Powers that Be will be sure to come and attend.

[bluebird]

Yep!!!

 

 

Please help me understand your comment.

[Cathyhelms]

Like where?

 

Maybe at Audrey's Cafe ? I am sure all the Georgia Politcal Powers that Be will be sure to come and attend.

 

God forbid they should have to come to Paulding County. You would think the candidate running for District 19 could find a place, but hey Manuel's is nice.

[Foxmeister]

Here is the information click on two day report

 

http://ethics.georgi...&Type=candidate

 

http://ethics.georgi...Election%20Year

 

http://atlantaunshel...-alliance-fund/

 

So, she received $2,400 from the PAC founded by Richardson. How is this any different than a candidate receiving money from unions?

[misterpolitics]

So, she received $2,400 from the PAC founded by Richardson. How is this any different than a candidate receiving money from unions?

 

I think, perhaps, this was surepip's veiled point to make.

[surepip]

So, she received $2,400 from the PAC founded by Richardson. How is this any different than a candidate receiving money from unions?

No difference at all, except for those who have been saying Richardson, Shearin, Galloway, et al are not backing Paulette. Kind of sheds a different light on who is indeed wanting her in this seat.

 

The local GOP hiearchy has been calling the shots here for many years, and she is their pick for this race, or at least their 2nd pick. Many have been saying this is the group behind her, and her posse on P.com has denied this fact. But if you follow the money it is evident who her backers are.

 

And Richardson's law firm is still providing the county with our legal representation at the BOC and BOE meetings as well as other matters.

[Cabe]

What amazes me is the number of what I used to think were "decent" people that defend these two. In my opinion they should be run out of the county on a rail.

I'm not even sure if I count among those you'd consider "decent", however, my comments were simply pointing out the blatant hypocrisy of Surepip's statements. If that makes me "indecent" then so be it.

 

Will you explain what you mean in the above quote?

Will you please read Pubby's comment where he made the edit?

 

I think, perhaps, this was surepip's veiled point to make.

See below. Wrong again.

 

No difference at all, except for those who have been saying Richardson, Shearin, Galloway, et al are not backing Paulette. Kind of sheds a different light on who is indeed wanting her in this seat.

 

The local GOP hiearchy has been calling the shots here for many years, and she is their pick for this race, or at least their 2nd pick. Many have been saying this is the group behind her, and her posse on P.com has denied this fact. But if you follow the money it is evident who her backers are.

 

And Richardson's law firm is still providing the county with our legal representation at the BOC and BOE meetings as well as other matters.

[cherokeewoman]

After research and things posted about Braddock, not so sure I want to vote for her, but I do not want a Democrat following Obama's footsteps..... what to do?

[Foxmeister]

No difference at all, except for those who have been saying Richardson, Shearin, Galloway, et al are not backing Paulette. Kind of sheds a different light on who is indeed wanting her in this seat.

 

The local GOP hiearchy has been calling the shots here for many years, and she is their pick for this race, or at least their 2nd pick. Many have been saying this is the group behind her, and her posse on P.com has denied this fact. But if you follow the money it is evident who her backers are.

 

And Richardson's law firm is still providing the county with our legal representation at the BOC and BOE meetings as well as other matters.

 

I don't think it was the local GOP "hiearchy" that selected her at all. If I recall, there was a Republican Primary election in this county with several candidates running. It was the voters who selected her. I wouldn't be surprised if some Democrats voted in that primary as well, voting for who they thought would be the weakest candidate. I think primary elections should be open to only declared party members, but that's another discussion. Everyone has a right to back the candidate of their choice.

 

I not really impressed with any candidate in this race and my original plan was to write in someone's name, but after reading this thread and seeing how Avery and company have conducted themselves in this forum, I'm leaning towards voting for Paulette.

 

Politics in this country has really become a snakepit, but it seems much worse here in Paulding County.

Edited October 18, 2010 by Foxmeister

[calavery]

After research and things posted about Braddock, not so sure I want to vote for her, but I do not want a Democrat following Obama's footsteps..... what to do?

 

I would suggest talking to Will Avery before making the assumption that he is in lockstep with Obama. If you will call him and talk to him yourself you may find out differently. Don't let the "D" scare you. I haven't voted for a Democrat for anything in the last 20 years, but there are at least 3 I will be voting for this year. Believe it or not, I have found that there are some good, honest people who are Democrats.

[+North of the Border]

Just dont by the " He's a conservative" Democrat lie....No such thing. The last ones of those retired or switched parties during the Clinton years. I too wish our choices were better!

[Cathyhelms]

Just dont by the " He's a conservative" Democrat lie....No such thing. The last ones of those retired or switched parties during the Clinton years. I too wish our choices were better!

 

A true conservative would not be on the same page as Barack 0bama, Will is smart, his campaign manager thinks he is, and the choices are horrible. Reminds me of the 2008 Presidential election and bad, bad choices. Winning by default is still a win, unfortunately.

[WHITEY]

A true conservative would not be on the same page as Barack 0bama, Will is smart, his campaign manager thinks he is, and the choices are horrible. Reminds me of the 2008 Presidential election and bad, bad choices. Winning by default is still a win, unfortunately.

Well if you think Paulette is a conservative, Just take a peek at her voting record while serving on the School Board for eight years, Nothing but tax and spend for the entire eight years

[Cathyhelms]

Well if you think Paulette is a conservative, Just take a peek at her voting record while serving on the School Board for eight years, Nothing but tax and spend for the entire eight years

 

Whitey, why when someone mentions something about your candidate that doesn't sit well with you and your gang, do you only come back with more of the same attack on Paulette?? I am not and have never been a Paulette supporter, defended her in a stupid divorce mistake maybe, but I had never even met her until the Paulding Public Appreciation Day.

 

Why can't you tell us what's good about Will and his association with 0bama instead of automatically switching the focus back to his opponent?? Seems to the pattern here, you are not the only one that does this. Is he the better bad guy??

[stercus tauri]

Whitey, why when someone mentions something about your candidate that doesn't sit well with you and your gang, do you only come back with more of the same attack on Paulette?? I am not and have never been a Paulette supporter, defended her in a stupid divorce mistake maybe, but I had never even met her until the Paulding Public Appreciation Day.

 

Why can't you tell us what's good about Will and his association with 0bama instead of automatically switching the focus back to his opponent?? Seems to the pattern here, you are not the only one that does this. Is he the better bad guy??

Why is it when someone mentions the House 19 race you keep bringing up Obama? Since Avery has no association with Obama, why are you switching the focus? Which bad guy are you against here? Your pattern is you keep bringing up Obama.

[Cathyhelms]

Why is it when someone mentions the House 19 race you keep bringing up Obama? Since Avery has no association with Obama, why are you switching the focus? Which bad guy are you against here? Your pattern is you keep bringing up Obama.

 

Well he is a Dem and his campaign manager was very active in the 2008 election, founding and being president of Students for Barack 0bama. This was state wide in Georgia (and we all know how well 0bama did in Georgia).

 

So if Paulette is guilty by association then I guess Will should be held to the same standards.

[WHITEY]

Whitey, why when someone mentions something about your candidate that doesn't sit well with you and your gang, do you only come back with more of the same attack on Paulette?? I am not and have never been a Paulette supporter, defended her in a stupid divorce mistake maybe, but I had never even met her until the Paulding Public Appreciation Day.

 

Why can't you tell us what's good about Will and his association with 0bama instead of automatically switching the focus back to his opponent?? Seems to the pattern here, you are not the only one that does this. Is he the better bad guy??

Why are you continually attempting to label Will Avery as being a Obama Democrat,Nothing has indicated that in any of his comments. Here is the true facts, If Will had qualified as a Republican, He would now be the DARLING OF THE LOCAL REPUBLICAN PARTY.

 

Will Avery is among the top five candidates to run for public office in Paulding County in the past several years, I have stated many times on here why I support Will Avery, He is head and shoulders better than his opponent.

 

Many Republicans have chose to support Will Avery during this campaign,Because of his open stance on the issues facing Paulding County, And his grasp of the issues facing us.

 

I have an offer,Get with the leaders of the local republican party and lets have a debate between Paulette and Will, And talk about the issues in this race, Not this other crap that is meaningless.

Paulding County is in dire need for someone to represent them with intergity and Honesty under the Gold Dome,And Will Avery is the only person in this race that can do this

[misterpolitics]

Well he is a Dem and his campaign manager was very active in the 2008 election, founding and being president of Students for Barack 0bama. This was state wide in Georgia (and we all know how well 0bama did in Georgia).

 

So if Paulette is guilty by association then I guess Will should be held to the same standards.

 

 

Frankly, your baseless attacks are getting quite old. Will's friend (me) who also happens to be his campaign manager (because of our friendship) used to volunteer (while a college student) for an organization that you do not agree with. I already said I would not be a part of it today, but this is seriously getting to be a stretch. Will has never been a part of an Obama-named organization, just me. If we're going to use those standards, then we should hold Paulette accountable for Glenn Richardson's actions, which I think is equally as absurd. Will is not an Obama Democrat, and frankly neither am I anymore. If you got to know me, you would find out my real political views. Did you know 25% of Obama voters are defecting to the GOP this cycle?