Posted on 10/23/2002 8:53:30 AM PDT by gubamyster
ONE IN AN OCCASIONAL SERIES OF CONVERSATIONS WITH CALIFORNIA VOTERS. IN THIS ARTICLE, BAY AREA DEMOC
Voters say the governor just doesn't seem Democratic enough.
By Mark Z. Barabak, Times Staff Writer
OAKLAND -- Ask Mary Ann Boddum about the race for California governor and she goes on at length about Bill Simon Jr.: his inconsistent stands on issues, his questionable business practices, lack of personal integrity and bumbling campaign. "I just don't think he's suited for the job," Boddum said of the GOP gubernatorial nominee.
She is scarcely more impressed with the Democratic incumbent, Gray Davis. He kowtows to big business, Boddum said, panders to contributors and has not been the friend to education that he promised to be. "Also, I think he plays a little dirty sometimes in his campaigning," Boddum said.
In this overwhelmingly Democratic area, what's a party loyalist to do?
The question brought Boddum up short. If her support were needed to keep Simon from office, the 55-year-old Berkeley mom finally said, she would reluctantly vote to reelect Davis. Instead, she may skip that line on her ballot. Or perhaps back one of the lesser-known candidates, such as the Green Party's Peter Camejo. "My son keeps pressing me to vote my conscience," she said.
Four years ago, California Democrats exulted at the prospect of electing Davis and ending 16 years of Republican rule in Sacramento. Now, with Davis a favorite to win reelection on Nov. 5, many Democrats view the prospect with something akin to resignation, frustration, even outright hostility.
"Slimy" and "super slimy" was how Kevin Christison, 33, an Oakland sculptor, described Davis and Simon. "Tweedledum" and "Tweedledee," echoed Herb Lotter, 62, during a recent break from a volunteer shift at Alta Bates Hospital.
The cynical shorthand ignores vast differences -- in experience, philosophy and, not least, on issues -- that separate Davis from his GOP rival. Even so, the statements reflect a widespread discontent in Democratic ranks, particularly on the left, that could hurt the rest of the party ticket even if Davis prevails. (Polls show that Simon is facing just as many partisan defections as -- or more than -- Davis, which helps explain why the governor's race is not closer.)
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Ask Torie.
This first sentence is an example of the complete lack of bias in the media. How can we conservatives be such conspiracy theorists??? [/Sarcasm]
I'll ping my list.
Memories:
California Power Crisis animations featuring Governor Gray Davis
AND......................
...to see what bad, bad things Davis has done... - CLICK HERE
Simple.
Because they did, by the thousands. Same answer?
Dan
I pointed out that too many of my fellow citizens are too stupid to be trusted with a ballot--witness Clinton getting elected twice, and Al Gore getting as many votes as he did. If I can't trust someone with a ballot, I sure ain't gonna trust them if they're packing heat...
Chicago, IL --- Washington, DC --- San Francisco,CA Cheer on Bill Simon in Long Beach, CA October 24th! Help TakeBack America - FReePWatch 2002 |
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| ...DATE../..TIME... | ...CITY../..SITE... | ...ADDRESS..INFO... | ...MORE INFORMATION... |
| Thursday 10/24/2002 11 - 11:30 am |
Long Beach, CA | Hyatt Regency - Support Bill Simon 200 S. Pine St. - At Shoreline Drive Long Beach, CA 710 Fwy S., Follow the signs |
California Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Bill Simon speaks to the Long Beach community about California's future. Click HERE for more info about the LONG BEACH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE "California Visionaries Luncheon". Meet in front of the Hotel at 1130 or earlier. Be Creative with your signs. "FOR SALE" Gray Davis signs are always in, the bigger the better! |
| FRiday 10/25/2002 445 pm, rain or shine. |
Chicago, IL | Pre-Patriots Rally II FReep, Chicagoland For more info, check out the Thread. |
FReePers, Gather at Michigan Ave and Jackson, 4:45pm. We will head toward Columbus Drive at about 5pm to find our targets. Bring your flags, signs and patriotism! Keep those sign ideas coming! |
| Saturday 10/26/2002 530 pm, rain or shine. |
Pasadena, CA | JOIN THE CAMPAIGN CHICKEN AND THE CHICKEN TO DEBATE GOVERNOR IN PASADENA Firefighter Rally and BBQ with Gray Davis United Democratic Headquarters 1118 E. Green Street Pasadena, CA |
Bring as big a "For Sale" sign as you can muster! Please RSVP to sfrank@simonforgovernor.com |
| Saturday 10/26/2002 11 am until 3 pm, rain or shine. |
Washington, DC | THE PATRIOTS RALLY FOR AMERICA II Original thread Update thread The Washington Monument Corner of 17th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW. C-SPAN will be striving to provide fair and balanced coverage for both the anti-war protests and the Patriots Rally. |
Bring your flags, signs and patriotism! As always, the D.C. Chapter's rules for demonstrating will be in effect. Briefly, they are: No violence, no racism, no profanity, no threats, no provocations, obey the law and treat all law enforcement officers with respect. |
| Saturday 10/26/2002 12 pm |
San Francisco, CA | West Coast Patriots Rally "Stop the Warped (Leftists)" Rally City Hall - across from the Civic Center Plaza. Carlton Goodlett Place between McAllister St. and Grove St. |
Bring your flags, signs and patriotism! Please be aware, even though there may be police there, we are each responsible for our own safety. Parking available at the Civic Center Parking Garage. BART stops a few blocks away. Cal-train + bus is also available. |
| Tuesday 10/29/2002 12pm |
New York City | Cipriani 42nd Street 110 East 42nd Street New York, NY |
New York FReePers Heads UP!!! MICHAEL EISNER, the big cheese of Disney, and his family will be honored for their contributions to Jewish Home and Hospital. Barbara Walters presides, as her friend, Elton John, that man of many events, entertains. Cipriani 42nd Street is located at 110 East 42nd Street. It is situated on the South side of the Street between Lexington Avenue & Park Avenue. A clutch of famous names - Gov. Gray Davis - native son of NY, Sens. Joseph Lieberman and Barbara Boxer, Barry Diller - will send special video tributes. |
Having said that...
You'll get no argument from me on the matter of the stupidity of the general populace. I love Rush a lot; but when he's gone off on one of his "people are smart" rants, my eyes always glaze over. No they aren't, Rush. They're stupid.
I notice he says this a lot less since Clinton, and since Algore's statistical victory for the Presidency.
Dan
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