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The DA candidates will be speaking at this Saturday's Republican Party Meeting. The meeting starts at 9am. Refreshments are served, so if you want to come a little early and chat with the candidates feel free to do so. This is at the GOP Headquarters off 278 at Seaboard Drive.

Did you all see the press release from Jason regarding illegal immigration? Any thoughts on that topic (illegal immigration) and impact in Paulding? For Immediate Release: July 6th, 2010 ********************* PRESS RELEASE ********************* Anavitarte Recommends Local Solutions to Help Combat Illegal Immigration Jason Anavitarte, Republican Candidate for Paulding County Commission Post

How very predictable. I don't recall you or anyone else commenting on the low attendance by the public at the PBA/P'Com event at Stars & Strikes. Did anyone comment about the attendance at the Chamber event last week? No - but since it's a GOP event, let's make the negative post about attendance? Both of the other events were filled with the candidates and their supporters. The Chamber event had more folks there not tied to the campaigns - but mainly chamber folks. Very few citizens attending ANY of the 3 events that were WONDERFULLY organized by ALL groups to give the citize

Providing a morning reminder for the early and day readers. The full list of candidates that we know of us listed above. Everyone stop by today and learn more about your candidates. Maybe then we can either early vote or be prepared for the July 20th primary.

Agreed. My only point was that I see how some may make the assumption about these candidates and their ties to the industry.... just like Whitey and Surepip assume that Beverly working at the commissioner office means she is just like Shearin. Or the ties to Shearin for the donations he has made to campaigns. Just wanted to show those guys have a connection that was brought forward for people to think about - and demonizing one person for the connections they made is b.s..... since the others on here do the same darned thing. Not saying it's right or wrong, just showing how some

February 3, 2009 Builders and Realtors Stand Together As One Voice Georgia House of Representatives Speaker Glenn Richardson stands with representatives from your Paulding County Builders Association and representatives from the Paulding Board of Realtors. Representative Howard Maxwell spent time discussing important issues facing the residential construction industry and housing market in Paulding County with Builders Association and Board of Realtor representatives. Not that there is a problem with this, but I see where someone might believe the people are part

The reminder notice for everyone - with candidate list. From local GOP website: U.S. Senate: Sen. Johnny Isakson Campaign U.S. Representative, District 11: Congressman Phil Gingrey Georgia Governor: John Oxendine Campaign Nathan Deal Campaign Karen Handel Campaign GA Secretary Of State: Doug MacGinnittie Georgia Attorney General: Max Wood Campaign Preston Smith Campaign Georgia Insurance Commissioner: Gerry Purcell (2nd half of event) Seth Harp Campaign Georgia Agriculture Commissioner: Gary Black Georgia Labor Commissioner: Melvin Emerson Mar

From local GOP website: U.S. Senate: Sen. Johnny Isakson Campaign U.S. Representative, District 11: Congressman Phil Gingrey Georgia Governor: John Oxendine Campaign Nathan Deal Campaign Karen Handel Campaign GA Secretary Of State: Doug MacGinnittie Georgia Attorney General: Max Wood Campaign Preston Smith Campaign Georgia Insurance Commissioner: Gerry Purcell (2nd half of event) Seth Harp Campaign Georgia Agriculture Commissioner: Gary Black Georgia Labor Commissioner: Melvin Emerson Mark Butler Georgia State School Superintendent: Richard

It is just a part of the primary process. Like I said, if you want to help choose the Governor, other state officials on the Democratic ballot, you don't have any "choices" to make for local Paulding County races. There is not several options on the Democratic ballot. But, for those that will help choose the Gubernatorial candidate and other races on the Republican ballot, there are many choices that impact our county as all but 1 candidates running for office in the county are on the Republican ballot. Hope that makes sense to everyone.

As far as I know there is only 1 Democrat running in the county, right? If that's the case and you pull a Democratic ballot, you don't have to make a decision among our local candidates. Since this is hosted by the Republican Party and there is no competition locally with democratic candidates, then it will be all Republican candidates at the event. There are multiple republican candidates running for House 19, Senate 31 (I believe that is correct), DA, Post 2,3,4 Commissioners. I'll try to pull the list together and post on here later tonight or tomorrow.

Note to all concerned - opinions of people that also attend meetings at the GOP are just that - opinions. There are many folks here that attend meetings at the GOP and many have differing views on the candidates. Perfect example is Stout vs Braddock vs Golden. Surepip, you well know from your time on this board who some of the screen names are and if they are involved at the Republican Party. For those who don't know that much about the local Republican Party, I'll share some insight: YES - there are folks that have very strong opinions politically (go figure, or they wouldn't be sp

The last scheduled Candidate Meet & Greet for this primary season will be held this Saturday, June 19th. Where: White Oak Park off of Mustang Drive When: 1:30 - 4:30 pm Over 30 local and statewide candidates are scheduled to attend. The format is different that Stars & Strikes event or the Chamber event that is scheduled for tonight. There will not be prepared speeches. This is all meet & greet time. You can approach any candidate and discuss topics of interest to you. Please share with your friends and neighbors - help get the word out if anyone wants to kno

There is a great chance to meet the candidates this Saturday, June 19th. This meet and greet won't have formal speeches by the candidates (which I thought was good last week at Stars & Strikes). This is more of a walk up and talk to any candidate you want to speak with setting. Candidate Meet & Greet White Oak Park (off of Mustang Drive) Saturday, June 19th 1:30pm - 4:30pm Over 30 local and state wide candidates have confirmed to attend. Free dessert/snacks and drinks will be provided.

Apparently some violators are stealing signs again too. I know of 2 candidates already that removed some signs but had several additional signs there missing from what was originally put out. I sure hope that the cameras are reviewed and violators prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law. For the record, the rules apparently changed this year - and the sign bond does not allow signs on County property I believe. All candidates should have been contacted to remove their signs by tomorrow afternoon.

Whitey - My opinion is that the good ol boy network is when you have current elected officials in office as a result of the ENTIRE Paulding good ol boy network - the ones elected and backed by Hardy's or other old Paulding money; the ones who helped get Don or others elected and expect them to return the favor now (deals made years ago to set this election up). The "trifecta" as you call it isn't a trifecta at all. It is my opinion of good candidates in the three races. Don agreed years ago to back Todd this time. Setting these elections up make me a little queasy and nervous. Jason has

Just a repost of my comments. Again - there are 3 races here. Anyone care to discuss ALL OF THEM? Any thoughts on candidates whot are getting support from the current commissioners because of promises they made to each other before previous elections? Seems like a good ol boy network there. Scratch my back and I'll scratch yours. At least some people will go work from nothing to try to do this. I'm very respectful of those candidates. Go Beverly, Go Jason, Go Vernon!

Do I sense a definite agenda here? LOL As I asked before - this topic is "Commissioner Candidates". Anyone choose to discuss the 4 candidates running in post 4 and the 2 candidates running in post 2? Those posts make up 2 vote on the board. Beverly is 1 vote on the board. The 3 combined could make decisions - depending on how the voters vote. 3 of 5 is a majority. We still have 2 "good ol boys" in office now - Larry and David. Things that make you go hmmm?

So true Winchester! ATTN: PAULDING VOTING CITIZENS THAT ARE READING THESE FORUMS ON COMMISSION CANDIDATES - It's been advised over and over to visit the candidate websites, call them, inform yourself. Really take a look at each one. I had prior knowledge of each candidate and used that to make my decision to support Beverly. I just spent time with Beverly, and brought up Adam's speech on Saturday. He hit it out of the park honestly. But, there's more to learn. There's a lot that our commissioners need to know and understand. Beverly's knowledge and experience is why I'm suppo

So sorry about your loss. It is a tough time, especially if unexpected. Prayers for peace for you and your family.

As long as you mean ALL of them do? No - lol - I mean going to events, putting there name out there and being accessible via email/websites/facebook/phone. Shall we all give this a rest for now?

I would assume you don't know me. I would want ALL the facts from both sides of the story before making any decision on something of such significance. Again, we readers don't know the details of your accusation above.... so you saying someone refused to do something isn't proven at this time. I also don't know the details surrounding why the road was moved. I know that the county or state has right of way on roadways. I'm sure that when a decision was being made to change a roadway there would have been a chance to oppose. It would be interesting to view archives of those meetin

Apologies for any confusion - as it relates to this topic, I have campaigned for everyone seeking out the truth. I don't see answers to the question related to what role she played other than clerk. That may have been missed when you read my post. Several other people asked that of you also. I don't believe most candidates will come on here. I think they use other methods to reach the voting public.

Hi Whitey, As mentioned I'm kind of new here. Who are the good 'ol boys you refer to? Not sure that GOP Rules is part of that. In my opinion the good 'ol boys are the old regime of commissioners that people claim padded their own pockets. I'm not saying they did, but that's what I thought people referred to as the good 'ol boys. Does the endorsements help determine if a candidate is part of the good 'ol boy network or not? Also, What proof/details exists as to other reported roles that Beverly performed? Thanks for clearing this up. Are you in Post 2 by the way?

Me? Not fooling anyone. I try to take an open, thought provoking approach and hope others do too. You clearly have an agenda. I'm not even really campaigning on here - unless you count that I have on MULTIPLE occasions suggested that readers here search out each of the candidates and make a decision. I am not trashing candidates based on the company or gov't they worked for in the past. I am not trashing any candidate for any reason. That has always been petty to me. Unless I can post pictures and proof of what someone saw or did, wrote, etc, then it is smearing. I have information th

OKAY NOW INNOCENT READERS/POSTERS PAY ATTENTION. The negative words posted in this lengthy topic are because 1 man would not vote for the facilities guy or janitor that worked while Jerry Shearin was in office. Take notice of this, and don't let that nasty attitude keep you from reaching out to the candidates and making your own decision. As others posted too, just because you work there doesn't mean you agree with everything that happens there. I didn't agree with everything my old company did. Do any of you agree with all the decisions made at your place of work by the people in char