Martin County Defender - No. 61
July 2nd, 2008
The Martin County
Defender
The e-newsletter for aware citizens – No. 61
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Independence Day 2008
A Day of Celebration and Remembrance
As we enjoy the fireworks and picnics on this Fourth of July, let’s also remember that we enjoy the fruits of liberty because of the courage and determination of ordinary citizens 232 years ago.
July Fourth Celebration, Friday, 4:00 pm, Flagler Park, 201 SW Flagler Ave., Stuart. Various music, games, clowns and pony rides. Band concert 7:30 pm. FIREWORKS at 9:00 pm. Free. Information: 772-286-2848. In Indiantown, Timer Powers Park on Friday night.
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Snippets of comments about Issue No. 60
SAMPLING OF READER REACTIONS TO ROUND-UP OF COUNTY COMMISSION CANDIDATES
[ Editor's Favorite Reader Comment: Sent by classy commissioner candidate about whom I said, reluctantly, that I would not vote for him ]
“Although I do not agree with your conclusions, I feel that you were fair enough with the facts. Keep up the good work.”
“Your Defender e-mail No. 60 contained a host of good information.”
“Insightful analysis as always. Not too many surprises, other than your reluctant endorsement of Patrick Hayes. I thought you might be more expressively supportive of him in the primary.”
“I can’t thank you enough for this information. You nailed the questions that I was intending to ask.”
“I respect your recommendations but wholeheartedly disagree with your analysis of the candidates. You’re spot on with Fullman though.”
“My thanks for straightening me out on the primary situation. I am a registered Democrat, but I want Henry to win.”
“As always I appreciate your information. I’m taking your suggestion and re-registering from “no affiliation” to “republican” for the primary. NO MORE 2004!!!”
“The editor is excellent and consistent in his fair evaluation of the issues. This one seemed particularly meaningful at the present time.”
“Even though I cannot vote I would like to contribute to your candidates.”
“I am voting for Doug Smith and Lee Weberman. Incumbency can be an asset and is not a valid reason not to vote for a candidate.”
“Thank you for all your most informative messages. I printed out copies for my friends who do not have a computer in order for them to be more informed voters on Election Day.”
“Keep up the good work, I enjoy your newsletters (as egregiously dogmatizing as they are at times).”
“Thank you so much for all that info. I appreciate your opinion.”
“I can not believe that I never thought about changing parties, so I could vote in the primaries and then just change back to an independent.”
“My sincere thanks for your insightful assessment of the commissioner candidates. Martin County residents are in your debt for such fine work.”
[ Editor's Least Favorite Reader Comments ]
“Please remove my name from your list.” “Unsubscribe me.”
[ Editor's Note: Done. I respect anyone's right to remain uninformed (;-) ]
Reminder for Democrats and Independents
TO VOTE IN THE PRIMARY FOR THE TWO COMMISSION CANDIDATES MOST DEDICATED TO PRESERVING OUR QUALITY OF LIFE
- REPUBLICANS COPELAND AND POLLACK -
YOU MUST SWITCH PARTIES (AT LEAST TEMPORARILY) BY JULY 28.
It’s easy. Just pick up a Voter Application Form at any library, government annex or Tax Collector office. Or go online to www.martinvotes.com, click on “Voter Info/Education” and “Update Your Registration.” Print out the form, fill it out noting party change, sign and mail before July 28 to: Supervisor of Elections, P.O. Box 1257, Stuart, Fl 34995. Any questions? The Supervisor of Elections Office at 772-288-5637 is always very nice and helpful.
Upcoming Candidate Forums
July 16, 2008 at 11:00 am. County commission candidates. Sandhill Cove, Palm City. Sponsored by Palm City Chamber of Commerce and Economic Council.
July 21, 2008 at 6:00 pm. County commission candidates. Blake Library. Sponsored by Martin County Conservation Alliance.
July 22, 2008 at 6:00 pm. County commission candidates. Hospice of the Treasure Coast,
1201 SE Indian St., Stuart, Fl. Sponsored by Martin County Interagency Coalition.
July 23, 2008 at 600 pm. County commission candidates. Indian RiverSide Park, Jensen Beach. “So Why Vote?” theme focuses on young people. Sponsored by Future Group and Young Professionals.
August 11, 2008 at 6:00 pm. Candidates for two House of Representative districts. Blake Library. Sponsored by Martin County Conservation Alliance.
August 13, 2008 at 6:00 pm. County commission candidates. Blake Library. Sponsored by League of Women Voters.
August 14, 2008 at 6:00 pm. Superintendent of Schools and State Representative District 81 and 82 candidates. Blake Library. Sponsored by League of Women Voters.
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Al
Al Forman, Editor 7/4/08
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- NO MORE 2004
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Al Forman
mc_defender@fastmail.net
