Reproving The Media

During last Thursday's County Council meeting, Bob Werner kindly reproved the media for not covering Gracedale events now that she is being managed correctly, and definitely traveling in the right direction.

Let us be clear - we are not defending Mr. Werner, he can do that very well himself, and does not need us to stand up for him. However, we are in agreement with his opinion, and we take this opportunity to share our thoughts.

We believe Mr. Werner was merely saying that the media should cover Gracedale as intensely in Good times, as they did in bad times, you know...the times when John Stoffa and Ron Angle made a mess of Gracedale, in complicity with O'Hare.

BO defending the media says they did not cover the story of Gracedale's "New Wing Opening" last Monday "because it's not particularly newsworthy or even blog worthy. Aside from pictures of a few suits, what's the point?"

In our opinion, the point in doing the other side of the story would be to illuminate the corrupt behavior displayed by Stoffa and Angle, and the fact that they were both wrong in all of their decisions relating to Gracedale. That's the point! But, perhaps because of media/politician relationships, the media chose instead not to follow the story. We're not saying that's the case...but that it is a good possibility, if not a probability.

The nonsensical ignoramus indicates that Werner failed in noticing that the event was emailed with only a days notice - ONLY a days notice??? Like the media has never responded to a Gracedale story on an hours notice.

NI goes on to inform the readers that: "when John Stoffa unveiled his 2013 Budget, there was no notice at all." He goes on to say: "In fact, there wasn't even a news conference, although The Express Times and Morning Call both have stories."

Well, there it is in a nutshell. BO makes Councilman Werner's point - dealing with the budget there was no notice, however, the media made it their business to cover the story...WITH NO NOTICE??? Yes - but, when it come to Gracedale, BO feels a days notice is too short. We have to ask...does that even make sense?

He went on to criticized Northampton County saying: "Lehigh County is much better at keeping all media outlets informed. In Northampton County, it's hit or miss. Mostly miss." We have to point out that that criticism is a direct NEGATIVE reflection on John Stoffa. Thanks for making that observation Bernie.

He continues his thoughts saying: "the press is not an ad agency." In our opinion, the media acted as an ad agency for Ron and John pushing the sale of Gracedale, but, he conveniently leaves that point out. And then continues: "It exists to inform. I get very uncomfortable when a politician starts dictating to the press about what they should and should not cover." Wow...what a statement. When Angle and Stoffa were pushing the sale of Gracedale, it was quite apparent that they were somehow manipulating the media. But, that didn't seem to make him feel uncomfortable...NO - it was okay!

Consider the referendum initiative, upon it's success, it received very little coverage. History was made in NorCo as never before, yes, history...it should have been front page news - instead it was buried in the media. Why, and by who?

And then comically he says: "I also get very leery when some members of the press are included in important stories like the unveiling of a budget, while others are either forgotten or snubbed." In our opinion,  he means he is forgotten or snubbed. Folks, Bernard O'Hare seems to believe that because he blogs he is a member of the media - a journalist...he is not! People like Stoffa and Angle presented him that illusion - but it's not real...just an illusion. And his mind is so bent that he believes their hype. If BO is a journalist...then so are we! The difference is that we understand that were not...a demented mind does not.

His last comment states: "At some point, it stops being a story and becomes managed news." This statement makes it clear that he is out  of touch with reality. Consider that during their attempt to sell Gracedale, their (Angle, Stoffa, and O'Hare) manipulation of the media, especially the Express Times was exactly that - managed news. In his ignominious mind he does not realize (or is putting on a performance) that he, in collusion with Stoffa and Angle, did exactly what he is complaining about...managed the news.

$285k More Please

As promised, below is the link to Thursday, October 4th, 2012 County Council meeting during which Mr. Stoffa's administration was rightfully questioned on the additional $285,000.00 that will be required to complete the archives building.

If you don't want to watch the entire meeting, we suggest you start at 24:20 into the meeting, and the questioning ends around 59:15. Total time is approximately 35 min.

You will see for yourselves that the our new CC is working to protect our interest, as well as some of the games played by the Stoffa administration.

We encourage your thoughts and opinions on what you see and hear.

$285,000.00 Questioned by County Council

WOW!!! AWESOME

Last night during the County Council meeting, We The People were privileged to witnessed the greatest, most awesome display of bi-partisan unity we can recall in recent history (within our local government).

We can say without a doubt, it was the first time since COAF's birth, that we really felt proud of our County Council.

What you won't read on that other blog is that John Stoffa's Administration was put on the hot seat during the Executives report, it was disclosed that to complete Stoffa's new archives building project, get this folks - an addition $283,000.00 (+ or - a dollar) will be necessary. Ken Kraft, Lamont McClure, Bob Werner, lead the questioning regarding the unplanned expenditure being requested.

In our opinion, it appeared that the there was some corrupt practice relating to the bid process and we won't get into specifics because we would rather encourage all in the county to view the discussion for yourselves when it is listed on line in a day or so. In fact, check back here, when the video of the meeting is posted we will place a link to it here.

At one point even Barbara Thierry chimed in with questions of her own, and she actually appeared to be in agreement with Mr. McClure, something We The People never in our wildest dreams believed we would witness.

Throughout the lengthy discussion...no one on CC lost their composure - there was no screaming, yelling, or grandstanding. On the Stoffa side however, you could sense the anxiety because it appeared as if they were caught with their hand in the cookie jar. At one point Stoffa's administration had to go for a bottle of water...and you could see the sweat running.

It truly was an awesome display by our NEW County Council. Yes - We The People got it right this past election, and if we do it one better this coming election, NorCo will most likely have one of the best governing bodies in the State. This ladies and gentlemen is what an ENGAGED CITIZENSHIP can do. We believe that with a few exceptions (like Ron Angle and John Stoffa), most people who get involved in the politico arena, do so because they truly care and want to make a difference.

Did we agree with everything that was said...NO, but that's okay, we're reasonably not always going to agree. What's important however, is that we are our own convictions...striving to do what is always in the best interest of the served.

The road to this magnificent display of pushing party to a side, and working together in unity - with the best interest of We The People in mind has been long and hard road, however, last night it was well worth all the heartache we endured.

We have to reiterate - for the first time in a very LONG time...we actually felt proud of our County Council's performance.

Keep up the good work.

 

Do What You Have To Do!

...welcome any court case the miscreant Bernard O'Hare III would like to bring, and hopefully he will include his friend's Ron Angle, and John Stoffa. If he doesn't...we will!

The nonsensical ignoramus states on his blog: "Defamation consists of false statements about another person designed to draw that person into disrepute." That statement sinks his ship because he in fact is one who has made many false statements about many people, without any regard for TRUTH. Continuously hiding behind FREEDOM OF SPEECH...he then says: "Freedom of speech does not give you the right to post vicious lies that you know are untrue. It gives you no right to pursue baseless litigation founded upon still more lies. You will find out soon enough."

The three connivers as seen here plotting will have to answer some questions too.

Yes indeed...you will find out soon enough.

We The People have much to tell a judge, we have been waiting patiently for the day to come that we can share all we know. We will expose the TRUTH, and we have many many witness who will also reveal the truth, the whole TRUTH, and nothing but the TRUTH....so help us God. 

We look forward to your attempt Bernie...We The People are prepared - We do not fear you nor any of your bully fiends.

When the dust settles, all your deceptions will be clearly evident, and the scandal Mr. Stoffa has been trying to avoid will occur...and he will have none other than you to thank for it.

Clean - Veracious...

...Two qualities we seek in those we elect to represent us.

Clean - simply means that they are without blemish. That they refuse by their own will to sully their reputation or character conducting less than honest or ethical practices.

Veracious - truthful, honest...

Can we say that John Stoffa hold these two qualities? No, absolutely not. In our opinion, John Stoffa out right lied to We The People on more than one occasion, so we can't say he is veracious.

What about clean? Well, when a person is marked by duplicity, can they be clean? John Stoffa dealing with Gracedale, initially said he was not in favor of selling our much needed facility, but in the background he was scheming to do just that. And when Ron Angle failed, John Stoffa exposed his true colors. He sued the taxpayers (and lost) with tax dollars. Why would he do that if he was clean? No, We The People don't believe he is clean.

What about Ross Marcus? So glad you asked...Ross is known by We The People as "The Weasel". Generally speaking a weasel is neither clean nor veracious. Mr. Marcus during a meeting at Gracedale was asked if he would want his loved ones in the hands of Ilisa Sacknoff, he replied something to the effect "no...not if what you people are saying is true". He then promoted her to another position in county employment to get her out of Gracedale.

Recently, John Stoffa announced layoffs...Ms. Sacknoff was to be laid off, but days before her exit Mr. Marcus, with Mr. Stoffa's permission promoted her to another position. All this while terminating a couple of good employees for calling them snakes.

The elections next year should prove to be very interesting, if  We The People cast our votes correctly...we can have both...clean and veracious government.

It's time to remove the vermin!

New Wing Open

Gracedale new short-term rehabilitation facility opened officially yesterday.

It is amazing that Gracedale is doing all the right things today that it could not (or would not) do in recent times to offer its services to the community.

We The People said all along that managed correctly Gacedale can become self-sustaining. But, still we are reminded that even though this wing will generate at least another million dollars for Gracedale, she will still need some financial support from the County. John Stoffa was quoted to say: "if you increase your revenue beyond what your expenses are, your making money". Wow, sounds like a rocket scientist doesn't he.

TRUTH be told "every department in the County will need financial support from the County" NOT JUST GRACEDALE. But not all departments generate any funds.

Gracedale unveils short term rehab unit

If You Can't Take The Heat...

...Get out of the Kitchen!

That's exactly what John Stoffa's right hand man is attempting to do.

As we understand it, after he secured another position for Ilisa Sacknoff (her fourth) within NorCo's government employment, he is quietly seeking his own position within Luzerne County government. Supposedly, it is not a done deal yet, but it is in the works.

Mr. Marcus has decided the time is near...so why wait? We The People welcome the idea, that's great news for Northampton County, but how gloomy for Luzerne County.

It is quite apparent that on the Northampton liner, the rats get off the sinking ship even before women and children are allowed to.

Marcus has proven himself to be as inadequate a leader as Stoffa is, so he really won't be missed, at least not by the taxpayers.

Good luck to you with your new venture Ross, just keep in mind what happened to Judge Michael Conohan and his pals in Luzerne County for currupt practices...In our opinion, they don't tolerate it there as seemingly we do in NorCo.