barrs - long (sorry)
From:
Bob Spaulding
Date:
Apr 05 23:31 UTC
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As I understand it, the root problem is that Representative Kahn
didn't bother checking in with St. Paul decision-makers before
introducing the legislation. I believe it was Kathy Lantry who
described that at the Council meeting Wednesday. Rather, Rep. Kahn
slipped the longer hours legislation in the back door by trying to
tack it on to existing legislation at the last minute, without talking
with the convention's host city first.
Trying to change the rules for just one group by circumventing public
process, and not communicating with partner cities is poor
leadership. Thune represents concerned neighbors who too frequently
are made to feel simply "in the way" - especially a danger in planning
the RNC. Thune has a job to do, Kahn blindsided our City Council,
and so Councilmembers are understandably angry. I'd be angry too.
Bob
On Apr 5, 2008, at 5:33 PM, John Krenik wrote:
> Dave,
>
> Good to hear from you and I hope your back is better!
>
> Your comment, "the particular lobbyists we'll have in town that week
> are the ones who have initiated this whole discussion," is
> interesting.
>
> The St. Paul Pioneer Press reported the following today, "The idea
> was introduced at the Legislature last week by Rep. Phyllis Kahn,
> DFL-Minneapolis, who put forth a measure to allow bars within a 10-
> mile radius of the Xcel Energy Center to remain open until 4 a.m.
> from Aug. 29 through Sept. 8. The convention is slated for Sept. 1-4
> at the center."
>
> Hardly is Phyllis Kahn of all people going to go out of her way for
> some Republican lobbyists. Also Mayor Chris Coleman supports this,
> as well as the Minneapolis City Council (9-3). In addition, Kathy
> Lantry, Dan Bostrom and Pat Harris voted against the resolution that
> you voted for last Wednesday.
>
> Additionally your statement in your post, "And of course these are
> the lobbyists who brought us an illegal and tragic war, a recession,
> polluted water, expensive drugs, and even the moralists who preach
> family values but play "outside the box" themselves. They are enough
> to make me queasy without a snootful..." speaks volumes of your
> dislike for Republicans. Just like your comments about puking
> Republican lobbyists. As a friend of mine who lives out of state
> and who will be coming to the RNC convention, feels that your
> comments are very biased towards Republicans. He also thought
> Minneapolis would have been a better place to hold this convention,
> as they seem more welcoming.
>
> Dave when you paint ALL Republicans with the SAME brush you are
> being very discriminatory. One has to wonder if you would be making
> such a fuss if the DNC were coming to town instead of the RNC. Your
> comments are shocking from an elected official and does nothing to
> show that St. Paul is a welcoming place for all people.
>
> Friday was the anniversary of Dr. King’s death. Dr. King fought so
> that ALL people would be treated equally. Your constant negative
> comments against the Republicans are no different than saying
> negative comments against another person because of their race.
>
>
> Sincerely,
>
>
> John Krenik
> Highland Park, St. Paul, Minnesota
>
> John Krenik
> Highland Park, St. Paul, Minnesota
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