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Post by Carlos Murray on Nov 9, 2006 14:51:14 GMT -5
MPPs!
2 terms = $50K per year pension. (Age is unimportant.)
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Post by john on Nov 10, 2006 10:25:58 GMT -5
Judging by her website, it looks like Susan Fentie grew up in the USA. I don't know how well local residents would respond to someone running for MPP who doesn't hail from the area.
Also, she appears to be a one-trick pony (autism funding). It is obvious that she wants to use the political platform to secure more funding for autism.
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Post by Dean Robinson on Nov 10, 2006 15:14:05 GMT -5
Judging by her website, it looks like Susan Fentie grew up in the USA. I don't know how well local residents would respond to someone running for MPP who doesn't hail from the area. Also, she appears to be a one-trick pony (autism funding). It is obvious that she wants to use the political platform to secure more funding for autism. I have looked at Susan's web site she is an RN that alone tells me that she would be inclined to work better with the hospital situation that DiCocco's sell outs have put us in. Like Ive said I'm not a big fan of the PC party but even if I didn't vote for Mrs Fentie I would like to see MPP candidates that have a cause other then seeking a bull s**t cabinate.. Again DiCocco sold out on her own bill of accountability. lets see who runs its going to be interesting.
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Post by john on Nov 10, 2006 15:33:41 GMT -5
I have looked at Susan's web site she is an RN that alone tells me that she would be inclined to work better with the hospital situation that DiCocco's sell outs have put us in. Yeah, I noticed she's an RN, but she doesn't even work in our healthcare system. She works in the U.S.! heh
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Post by Dean Robinson on Nov 10, 2006 15:41:28 GMT -5
I have looked at Susan's web site she is an RN that alone tells me that she would be inclined to work better with the hospital situation that DiCocco's sell outs have put us in. Yeah, I noticed she's an RN, but she doesn't even work in our healthcare system. She works in the U.S.! heh I'm not sure if your aware of this John but there is literally a list at the Nursing colleges in Ontario that tell the grads to avoid Sarnia Don't you think DiCocco should be working to fix this To run you have to be a Canadian citizen. lol it didn't bother California to vote for Arnold
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Post by john on Nov 10, 2006 15:45:30 GMT -5
I'm not sure if your aware of this John but there is literally a list at the Nursing colleges in Ontario that tell the grads to avoid Sarnia Don't you think DiCocco should be working to fix this To run you have to be a Canadian citizen. lol it didn't bother California to vote for Arnold Trust me, I'm no fan of dicocco. I'm just saying that someone who doesn't even work in the community, let alone the country, and wants to run for MPP, who has an agenda (autism funding) won't be perceived too well. Dicocco and her opponents would run with that. That said, she isn't even nominated yet, just seeking nomination. Personally, I don't support any party, i just want lower taxes and I know that isn't something any party will do. We pretty much get screwed whichever way we turn.
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Post by Dean Robinson on Nov 10, 2006 15:55:04 GMT -5
I'm not sure if your aware of this John but there is literally a list at the Nursing colleges in Ontario that tell the grads to avoid Sarnia Don't you think DiCocco should be working to fix this To run you have to be a Canadian citizen. lol it didn't bother California to vote for Arnold Trust me, I'm no fan of dicocco. I'm just saying that someone who doesn't even work in the community, let alone the country, and wants to run for MPP, who has an agenda (autism funding) won't be perceived too well. Dicocco and her opponents would run with that. That said, she isn't even nominated yet, just seeking nomination. Personally, I don't support any party, i just want lower taxes and I know that isn't something any party will do. We pretty much get screwed whichever way we turn. lol John you have point there. some time you just have to look at shoe sizes if you know what I mean John can you do me a favor and register. you opinions are always welcome here.
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Post by Carlos Murray on Nov 10, 2006 23:49:20 GMT -5
"I would like to see Someone that would stand there ground and not be afraid to speak up. Bradly would be a good choice but that would cost us a good mayor leaving the position open to a new election, that is if they just don't pass the seat to the second place votes, lol that is a scary thought."
FWIW Dean. I don't think it works that way? When Marcel Saddy died, the position of mayor was passed on to Ron Gordon. Who was the top voted Councilor at the time.
I can't see them holding a new Election if Bradley were to step down. I actually talked to him about that very question yesterday, and he assured me that if he wins this Election he will be staying right there for the next 4 years. (He's not planning on going anywhere!)
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Post by Luna on Nov 29, 2006 15:00:05 GMT -5
MPP's don't get any pensions and in fact they get paid less than municipal councilors in the GTA. And way less than their federal counterparts... which by the way get nice pensions that cover I believe about 90% of their income as MPs. So other than bring in more provincial dollars than this area has seen in decades what has Caroline Di Cocco done that's that bad?
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Post by fumanshu on Nov 29, 2006 15:19:49 GMT -5
MPP's don't get any pensions and in fact they get paid less than municipal councilors in the GTA. And way less than their federal counterparts... which by the way get nice pensions that cover I believe about 90% of their income as MPs. So other than bring in more provincial dollars than this area has seen in decades what has Caroline Di Cocco done that's that bad? Has Caroline DiCocco brought in more funding than Sarnia-Lambton has seen in decades? Let's evaluate. Caroline DiCocco is a two term MPP for the riding of Sarnia-Lambton. She was first elected to replace the sitting Conservative representative, David Boushy, and sat as a backbencher for the Liberal opposition during Mike Harris' second Conservative majority government. She was re-elected when Ontario voters turfed the Conservative government of Mike Harris' successor, Ernie Eves. She introduced a private members bill that would bring greater transparency and accountability to government in Ontario. She scrapped her accountability bill when Premier Dalton McGuinty offered her a cabinet post. Mrs. DiCocco decided that her own advancement and self-interests were more important than the legislation she was using to get noticed by the Premier's office. That's what she did that was SO wrong! She turned her back on her constituents, and her province, in order to accept a cabinet position and a pay raise (Cabinet members get paid more than backbenchers) that would benefit only Caroline DiCocco. Mrs. DiCocco is the only thing transparent about her policies and platform! Mrs DiCocco is a power hungry media hog that cares about no one but herself. She is about as cultured as a toad, and about as bright as a tadpole -- all she does is wait for a chance to advance her own position and status. She's gotta go! So, did Caroline DiCocco bring more money into Sarnia-Lambton? Yes! Her pay raise and cabinet position very clearly put more money in Mrs. DiCocco's personal bank account. Oh, and she even made an appearance on Global Television in Toronto. Way to go, Caroline! Giving the people what they want and need.
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Post by zack on Nov 29, 2006 21:47:39 GMT -5
First of all I find discussion boards like this to be very usefull in debating and arguing perspectives from different opinions. I'm new to this and have no political offiliation to any party. I am interested in where my tax dollars are going so i did some research and found some factual information that brings about better debate. I don't think that calling people toads hogs and tadpoles can engage other people in rational discussion. It's at a different level than i'm used to but nevertheless i'll discuss this the best way i know how. I personally think that being a minister can be beneficial to a riding. I find it productive that the college recieved a 160% increase in provincial funding. I find it productive that the new hospital is going from 70% provincial funding to 90% provincial funding to be built. I guess it's an other way of looking at it. What do you think??
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Post by zack on Nov 30, 2006 11:13:13 GMT -5
Hi Glenn the factual information i found on every provincial dollar spent in the city of sarnia lambton i retrieved on the mpp website for caroline dicoco the year of 2005 year in review. The 2006 in review is coming because i called their office to find out. It was actually the first mpp that i came across that had money numbers for dollars spent the date it was spent and how much was spent and where. As far as the accountability act being scrapped i went on the legistature site www.ontla.on.ca and found out that the accountability act has never been scrapped. Mpp for st. catherines Kim Craitor has taken over the bill. Its bill 142 Transparency in public matters. I don't know why people don't research information before jumping to conclusions. I personally don't know much about the bill but when people like fumanshu attack without facts it can be interestingly frustrating to read. Now i gave a website gave an mpp thats taking over the bill. I would like to know what information you recieved to say the bill is scrapped.
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Post by Luna on Nov 30, 2006 12:35:11 GMT -5
Everyone is so quick to judge... I suppose that if glennh was mpp and was asked to become a minister he would look the party leader (Premier ) in the eye and say no... sorry I don't think I'll accept... The fact that being a cabinet minister and chair of management board gives you more pull to better serve your constituents wouldn't matter to glennh... because according to him going against your party and creating drama is more beneficial to your constituents... get a grip... this is politics. And if you care as a politician to improve the lives of your constituents economically, socially, and healthwise... then you're going to do what it takes to get it done... even if it means playing the political game and becoming a Minister!
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Post by zack on Nov 30, 2006 12:36:41 GMT -5
Interesting point glenn but even though bill 123 is no longer it's been incorporated into municipal acts as regulation from what i read, which means it doesn't have to be passed through legislature as legislation meaning it would be implemented quicker than if it had to be passed reading by reading. Same result with a quicker finish. I like that better don't you. The essence of it is being incorporated to regulation. I did some more research on the actual bill 123 and it's in better shape now than having to go through readings. To have an mpp as a minister can bring more money to the riding because there is more accessibility to the other ministers and the premier. Looking at it objectively i think it's a win win situation.
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Post by Luna on Nov 30, 2006 12:39:52 GMT -5
Fumanshu... I thought we were having an educated discussion. Obviously I was wrong. Toad?? Nice. If that's the best way you have to refute facts... then it's not worth participating in this board.
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