tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post6816762130665960951..comments2024-03-10T23:44:30.359-05:00Comments on Racine Post: Fair looking to get back on City CouncilDustin http://www.blogger.com/profile/10717778498642473701noreply@blogger.comBlogger63125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-59738191357263934952009-06-10T07:21:32.655-05:002009-06-10T07:21:32.655-05:00There is actually a poll on this!!
http://www.ma...There is actually a poll on this!! <br /><br />http://www.mariolena.com/cms/node/RobinVosPWHermanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-56362940690944188522009-05-06T23:25:00.000-05:002009-05-06T23:25:00.000-05:00If anyone looks like Pee-wee, it would be Robin Vo...If anyone looks like Pee-wee, it would be Robin Vos!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-84601716996101079892009-01-06T00:30:00.000-06:002009-01-06T00:30:00.000-06:00Katie I thought you were packing up and leaving to...Katie I thought you were packing up and leaving town. Hopefully you can no longer vote in Racine!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-13706495620400509322009-01-04T11:33:00.000-06:002009-01-04T11:33:00.000-06:00The first district is a mix of business and reside...The first district is a mix of business and residential. It is also a 'destination'. Is it a destination solely for people who do not live here? Is it a neighborhood? Who best represents the historic district and the district around City Hall? -- both suffer from too much real estate and city planning bureaucratic 'destination' thinking. What about the residents! Why should we live here? What are the perks for living downtown? Let's build upon what we already have. <BR/><BR/>I will vote for Keith Fair.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-73854668456597645172008-12-29T21:24:00.000-06:002008-12-29T21:24:00.000-06:00Fair has a Masters Degree in Business??? LMAO!! He...Fair has a Masters Degree in Business??? LMAO!! He can't even pay his rent. Was it one of those BOGUS online Masters Degree that ANYONE with a computer can get??Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-87447657551719553792008-12-29T21:17:00.000-06:002008-12-29T21:17:00.000-06:00Fair should not run again, period. He's a joke.Fair should not run again, period. He's a joke.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-66640749121229877782008-12-28T23:26:00.000-06:002008-12-28T23:26:00.000-06:00Oh, you can scratch the names of Kirby and Ellliot...Oh, you can scratch the names of Kirby and Ellliot Cohen off the list when I said racist, I think these two from anon 5:00's list are actually decent people unlike the others.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-22382771740342303852008-12-28T23:22:00.000-06:002008-12-28T23:22:00.000-06:00Actually the names posted by the idiotic anon post...Actually the names posted by the idiotic anon poster at 5:00 pm are some of the most racist people I know in Racine. Good job anonymous. <BR/><BR/>Also anon 5:00 pm, you state the issue in the first district is how it can be improved, not about liquor licenses. Umm excuse me!!!! A problem business that people are getting shot and/or killed in and wreaking havoc with the neighborhood I'd say qualifies for an issue that affects the first district.<BR/><BR/>And guess what, anyone, and let me repeat that, ANYONE who decides to run for public office better be able to handle public criticism. If you can't, or have a poor history you'd rather keep hidden, then by all means please do us a favor and don't run. Being black does not exclude anyone from criticism, and crying racism at those who do is just plain pathetic.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-70400949548417318952008-12-28T21:19:00.000-06:002008-12-28T21:19:00.000-06:00First I would just like to say that disliking some...First I would just like to say that disliking someone who happens to be of a different race is not racist. Secondly I find Fairs audacity to claim he was an Obama organizer incredible. I was frequently in the Obama office and saw three organizers working hard every day, Keith was NOT one of those hard working organizers, he was not even an organizer! I did not know who he was for at least a month of going into the office between 3 and 5 times a week because he was hardly ever there, and certaintly never working.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-44781860728407897102008-12-28T18:03:00.000-06:002008-12-28T18:03:00.000-06:00Speaking of the county jail, is Keith going to ha...Speaking of the county jail, is Keith going to have people voting for him from jail ?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-31438704221727416662008-12-28T17:00:00.000-06:002008-12-28T17:00:00.000-06:00Again I am asking you in a regular pop bloggers th...Again I am asking you in a regular pop bloggers that blogs on these sites regularly come up with an African-American leader that they approve of with the exception of QA.<BR/><BR/>Like it or not, it seems that any black that speaks out against any action of the good old boy system is criticize.<BR/><BR/>since none of you can come up with names let me suggest a few.<BR/><BR/>Let me start off with the Bray Center-Director, Alfonzo Gardner, Ald. Michael Shields, NAACP president Beverly Hicks, Insider News owner Ken Lumpkin,Craig Oliver, Bishop Lawrence Kirby, Abundant Life pastor Elliott Cohen,and the list goes on and on.<BR/><BR/>Maybe I have a misunderstanding. Reading the postings of most of the bloggers for the past few days, one would believe that the first District that represent downtown, I'm a beautiful lakefront and some inner-city neighborhood was the best showpiece that we have in the city.<BR/><BR/>The issue of the first Districtis should be how can it be improved, rather than Mr. Fair had been a victim or whether I'm not he tried to help a license business obtained alcohol beverage licenses.<BR/><BR/>Race have been invoked into this conversation between most agreeable blockers and myself which disagree with the premises and attacks on Mr. Fair.<BR/><BR/>If all the negatives concerns is about Mr. Fair past, and nothing about Mr. Coe violent history, then it seems that conversation between us thoughtful adults is tainted with a certain amount of racism.<BR/><BR/>Let me cite you an example. Throughout the unusual number of bloggers few have cited the positive of either candidates. <BR/><BR/>although Mr. Fehr can speak for himself. I do know that he well-educated individual holding a bachelor of arts degree along with a Masters degree.I do know that Mr. Fair visit the county jail at least three times a week helping young people to understand the tremendous amount of pressure they would have on themselves once they return to society. He work close with families as a liaison between inmates and that transition back into society. This is extended on a monthly basis to some state prison with inmates nearing that reentry back to Racine.<BR/><BR/>With a Masters degree in business, he worked closely with small business happened to write business plan and in helping fragile businesses understand how to survive in a struggling economy.<BR/><BR/>Most recently he have opened a downtown office to expand his detective services.<BR/><BR/>I said these few things to point out that each of us should have an opportunity to serve our community without the thought of being criticized and ridiculing of that commitment.<BR/><BR/>Whether we agree or not all of us won't to see Racine improve. All of us want to have an opportunity to serve this great city of Racine.<BR/><BR/>I said this in all honesty. Whether or not Mr. Fair is elected to office again,I believe he, like many others in this community will continue to serve in whatever capacity to make this a great city. For all of the residents of this town.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-26523731326551892732008-12-28T16:09:00.000-06:002008-12-28T16:09:00.000-06:00Anon 3:52 - your post is ridiculous and it's obvio...Anon 3:52 - your post is ridiculous and it's obvious you have some huge racial personal issues you should be dealing with.<BR/><BR/>I voted for Obama but not because he's black, but because I thought he was a great candidate and had all the right qualities for the position.<BR/><BR/>If Jeff Coe were publicly supporting problem establishments and had the questionable work record like Fair, I wouldn't support him either.<BR/><BR/>Seems your problem anon 3:52 is that you feel people shouldn't have to be responsible for their actions if they are African Americans, just cry racism and hope to sweep it all under the rug. It's easier to blame others instead of looking at the real problem.<BR/><BR/>I haven't heard of any questionable decisions from QA since he's been an alderman, he isn't taking the forefront supporting drug dealing establishments or caught in the same crowd as people shooting at each other, or seen out late at night with women other than his "lovely" wife.<BR/><BR/>While you may find this behavior acceptable, the majority of people do not, and it has nothing to do with skin color. You can keep posting and trying to label everyone as racist, but nobody is buying it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-68874986808540867742008-12-28T15:52:00.000-06:002008-12-28T15:52:00.000-06:00I did say the Obama types. I believe strongly tha...I did say the Obama types. I believe strongly that QA fits into that category. <BR/><BR/>I wonder can you bloggers come up with another African-American leader that fits into the same criteria as a good black like QA.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-23175475084117493492008-12-28T15:50:00.001-06:002008-12-28T15:50:00.001-06:00He means Ben Hughes not Eric, the Peewee Herman-lo...He means Ben Hughes not Eric, the Peewee Herman-lookalike Racine city administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-1413856436444355572008-12-28T15:50:00.000-06:002008-12-28T15:50:00.000-06:00He means Ben Hughes not Eric, the Peewee Herman-lo...He means Ben Hughes not Eric, the Peewee Herman-lookalike Racine city administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-68168452584417590272008-12-28T13:55:00.000-06:002008-12-28T13:55:00.000-06:00Who is Eric Hughes?? Does anyone know?Who is Eric Hughes?? Does anyone know?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-77519702162216039232008-12-28T13:27:00.000-06:002008-12-28T13:27:00.000-06:00Doesn't it seem racist to insist that any criticis...Doesn't it seem racist to insist that any criticism brought against an African-American candidate is fueled by race?? <BR/><BR/>Does anyone else see this?<BR/><BR/>The complaints against Mr. Fair are not fueled by race. Rather, they are valid concerns regarding a candidate for elected office. <BR/><BR/>Anyone who thinks only African-American candidates are questioned should look at some of the comments regarding Mayor Becker and Eric Hughes.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-26643075346919100952008-12-28T12:55:00.000-06:002008-12-28T12:55:00.000-06:00As a business owner downtown, I have never even me...As a business owner downtown, I have never even met Alderman Coe once. So while he may not be a destructive force, he is certainly absent. The 1st District deserves better, and Mr. Fair is not the answer. He's had a chance and I wouldn't vote for him again. <BR/><BR/>This isn't a matter of race, it's a matter of effective governance. I am keeping my fingers crossed someone else more qualified, more engaged comes forward and brings this trainwreck to a primary.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-90488647512756850152008-12-28T12:36:00.000-06:002008-12-28T12:36:00.000-06:00anon 10:47 asked what has Coe done.1. Mr. Coe repr...anon 10:47 asked what has Coe done.<BR/><BR/>1. Mr. Coe represents his constituents, returns phone calls and serves them.<BR/><BR/>2. Mr. Coe pushed through a loitring ordinance and authored ordinance that restricted alcohol sales in the city.<BR/><BR/>3. Mr. Coes does his homework, often visits neighborhoods and businesses where actions are being proposed.<BR/><BR/>4. Mr. Coe has attempted to bring his district together through an annual picnic.<BR/><BR/>5. Mr. Coe has helped Walden School with their green initiatives.<BR/><BR/>It appears that Mr. Coe is an active alderman.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-12657975689520876462008-12-28T12:28:00.000-06:002008-12-28T12:28:00.000-06:00What did Fair accomplish while he was on the counc...What did Fair accomplish while he was on the council? <BR/><BR/>Did he propose any ordinances?<BR/><BR/>How did he challenge the good old boys?<BR/><BR/>What about his support of problem bars? <BR/><BR/>Why did he support Los Palomas, a bar in which officers were thrown into pool tables, numerous underage and after hours violations etc? <BR/><BR/>Why did he aggressively support an uptown bar in which the operators boyfriend dealt drugs out of?<BR/><BR/>Why was he let go from the Kenosha Police Department? Why did he take sick days from the KPD but was seen at Raider practices?<BR/><BR/>What was his record with Racine Unified and why wont he be allowed back?<BR/><BR/>What does Fair offer and how well will he and did he represent us?<BR/><BR/>These are fair questions to ask Fair and are not racially motivated.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-55741731290592020472008-12-28T11:34:00.000-06:002008-12-28T11:34:00.000-06:00Anon 10:47 = Deputy Chief at RPDAnon 10:47 = Deputy Chief at RPDAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-74560285657143817462008-12-28T11:20:00.000-06:002008-12-28T11:20:00.000-06:00Give it up last anon poster, as hard as you want ...Give it up last anon poster, as hard as you want to try and make this racist, it isn't. <BR/> Keith Fair is an idiot, no matter what color he is. <BR/><BR/>I do not see people ripping into QA Shakoor when he runs for office so you see your analysis of this situation is flawed. You see what you want to see. You know Fair has issues so you want to cover them up by crying wolf, errr I mean racism.<BR/><BR/>If Fair is still living on Main, I guess that means he was evicted from his place on Washington Avenue where he had some sort of ministry. Is it true he still owes over 8 grand to the landlord?<BR/><BR/>Maybe anon poster 10:47 will someday wake up from his dillusional world and get rid of the chip on his shoulder but somehow I doubt it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-1738058488399013342008-12-28T10:47:00.000-06:002008-12-28T10:47:00.000-06:00I am absolutely amazed that in the past few days t...I am absolutely amazed that in the past few days that Mr. Fair has been characterized as some type of shady character. I've noticed that his counterpart, Mr. Coe has been showcased as this outstanding citizen that have done so much for the growth of Racine. It is apparent with the minimal research of Mr. Coe past that he also have a very shady history. Mr. Coe, who presents himself as one of the distant cousins of the Beverly Hillbillies is not type of person I feel you bloggers should be holding up and revering as Racine's greatest politician.<BR/><BR/>One would believe that a veteran alderman such as Mr. Coe would have provided his leadership skills to futher improve the condition of the first District. To my knowledge I cannot recall one single piece of legislation that Mr. Coe have moved forward through the city Council that benefited his district or the city of Racine.<BR/><BR/>Much has been said that race is not at issue in this matter. However, it seems that the only reason the regular bloggers on this site has Racine that ugly head is based on race. I learned early that people have the right to run for public office if that's their desire. However, it seems that the character of one (Mr. Fair), who happen to be a African-American is the only person being scrutinized by the bloggers on this site. It is obvious that Mr. Fair's challenges while on the city Council is the issue. Is the real issue that while Mr. Fair was on the city Council he had the courage to challenge the "Good old boy system", which happened not to be inclusive of minorities in the club house.<BR/><BR/>Lastly, it is plain and clear that the only African-American that is to be except in government is those that have been chosen by Whites. If an African-American does not appear to be the Obama type, it is obvious in Racine, that they would be admitted into the inner circle of the "Good Old Boys" and a character with the question at all levels.<BR/><BR/>To set the record straight, Mr. Fair is still in his home that once was. The resident of one of Pugh's said resided. Any of the investigative bloggers can stake themselves out at the Ivanhoe restaurant and watch as Mr. Fair and his lovely wife come into the parking lot next to the Johnson property on the corner of State and Main Street, which happened to be in the first District.<BR/><BR/>Best wishes to you bloggers, elected officials bloggers, private detectives and just those that have nothing else to do but try to destroy African-Americans character. Have a blessed Sunday morning, and God help us all.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-35493691235006892722008-12-28T08:36:00.000-06:002008-12-28T08:36:00.000-06:00Fairs character is flawed-surely the African Ameri...Fairs character is flawed-surely the African American community could no better than a washed up former alderman who couldnt cut it as a cop, school teacher, preacher or pi.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5583157134881112619.post-32990065880246474682008-12-28T08:26:00.000-06:002008-12-28T08:26:00.000-06:00It is very intersting that one is labeled a rascis...It is very intersting that one is labeled a rascist if they criticize Fair. Those that know Fair know that he uses the race card whenever he can. Unfortunatley it is like the boy who cried wolf one too many times. Fair, Oliver, Shields, Hicks and others like them have so diluted that word that it has become meaningless. I dont think anyone came on here criticizing Fair based on his race. The facts are loud and clear-he was not a good alderman and he has serious character flaws. The calls for an in depth invetsigation of his past are warranted. I will wait and see what Fair can offer-the first district deserves more than a platform of Obama did it so I'm going to do it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com