Labor Day Over. Signs Going Up.
Ok. I guess now's the time to put up my, all of two, campaign signs in my yard. Actually, one is just one of those Enough is Enough- Vote Libertarian signs, which is just a generic LP campaign sign. I put that one up inside one of the front facing windows so no one can steal it. Last year someone came by in the dark of night and stole every sign I had out. At least they didn't get my Enough is Enough sign.
I'd almost prefer not to get involved in the sign thing this time around. As has been mentioned here, most people do find all the signs annoying, at least after a certain amount of time. To me, it's almost like someone's yelling at you when you drive by houses with all the signs out. It's good to see them come down the day after election.
I wonder what it would take to get everyone to agree on a no- sign- election? I suppose it's like whistling in the wind to expect that to happen. But wouldn't it be nice if all sides in an election agreed they wouldn't bother with all the signs? It would save everyone a lot of money and hassle.
Problem is, someone somewhere would be sure and put up some signs and then everyone else would feel they'd have to follow suit, except for candidates like Tish Wilburn that have said they won't be raising money or putting out signs. But even then, there'd probably be someone that would make their own signs and get the sign wars started again.
Oh well. On the bright side, there are advertising and graphics agencies that make money supplying the signs, so I guess there's a silver lining to most dark clouds.
posted by Fred Mangels @ 9:06 AM
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15 Comments:
I could live with the signs if they dumped nasty media ads.
What is the other sign in your yard Fred?
Good to see you still remember your roots Fred. I hope you take back that comment about voting for Herr Arnold, when you Libs have a well-respected former Mayor (of Bellflower) making the bid.
"What is the other sign in your yard Fred?".
The Nancy Flemming one I got during the primary.
might as well just have put up an "arkley" sign since a vote for flemming is a vote for the arkleys, being as if she gets elected she'll be their eyes and ears, not to mention voice, on the board.
Really? I'll take that over Glass, LaValley and the Salzman devotees. Much nicer to have someone that actually does something constructive.
Nancy Flemming has 0 dollars from Arkley. Public fact. Bonnie $25,000 from Blue Lake Casino and $10,000 from Pierson Supply. Public fact. Hypocrite! Follow the money!
$25,000 from the Blue Lake Casino, and $10,000 from a company owned by a land baron (or was once owned) Anyone want to take a guess why a land baron, who sells dead trees gets a pass from the left?
Anyone?
8:34 wrote, "might as well just have put up an "arkley" sign since a vote for flemming is a vote for the arkleys, ".
Perhaps. It's a vote for the Arkleys and everyone else that doesn't believe in protectionist business policies in Eureka.
Without signs or ads, how would anyone even know a candidate existed? There are no real debates or forums anymore, news is limited to having to provide equal time which lessens coverage rather than extends it.
Any ideas? Flyers on car windows, maybe? Standing on the street corner with a cardboard sign "Will run for food"?
Nancy Flemming has 0 dollars from Arkley. Public fact.
False. Arkley may not be listed as a donor, but that does not mean he isn't one. Arkley is known to have been present at Flemming's "art auction" fundraiser. These kind of auctions are essentially legal money-laundering events. Since the donor is getting something of "fair value" in return for their money, it is considered a purchase rather than a contribution, and so it does not have to be reported.
In theory, any amount paid in excess of the "fair value" is considered a donation. However, the "fair value" of a painting is highly subjective, so someone may "fairly" pay $10,000 for a piece that more typically would go for a few hundred bucks, yet no reporting is neccessary.
Admittedly, this does not prove that he is a donor, but I'd say that the likelihood of him attending a fundraiser for a candidate that he openly supports, without making a donation is pretty far-fetched. His past history of making large contributions to conservative republican candidates around the country makes it pretty unlikely that he would stiff a close friend here at home.
Anyone want to take a guess why a land baron...
Wrong Pierson.
...who sells dead trees gets a pass from the left?
You have a pretty lame understanding of environmentalists and the left in general.
Neely must go! $25,000 from gamblers debt, and $10,000 from Pierson no growth stand. And Nancy has no traced money from Arkley. You left wing nuts just keep painting a wrong picture. You need to go from Humboldt County! Leave and live in Lake County!
Not true, 5:16. All contributions, including auction purchases, over $99 must be reported.
Therefeore, If Arkley paid $10,000 for a $200 painting or a $3,000,000 painting, the campaign would have to claim $10,000.
Try again.
Are Nacy's lips tattooed on?
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