Response to Hornaman's Protector

Jim Karnes is, like every American, entitled to have a difference of opinion. It is this fact that makes the American society the best in the world. However I could not let Mr. Karnes's thoughts go unchallenged. First off, it is not idealism to talk about the respectable counterpart to Mr. Karnes' obvious party affiliation, just as it is not out of line to question the new Democrat taking Mr. Good's position. My point had nothing to do as Mr. Karnes knows with appointing a city manager, but had everything to do with stating that if Hornaman could not be counted on to stay with something during difficult times, what assurances do we as voters have that he will support us if things do not go his way? None. I was not suggesting that someone needs to vote strict party lines just as I would not have been lead like a sheep to the slaughter with the pay raise, and I agree with Mr. Karnes that we need to fix the problems of our county, city and townships by new ideas and positive changes, but I feel that Hornaman’s loyalty instead of to the agenda that Mr. Karnes and I both agree is needed, is only to himself. Let us not forget that the city of Erie has been for many years controlled by the Democratic Party exclusively, so if one wants to talk about the lack of success or positive changes taking place, maybe it is finally time for a Republican at the helm of the city of Erie. Dedication, loyalty to ones beliefs, hard work, and ideas are what this County needs, and the time for old ideas, betrayal, partisan politics, and laziness is done. Let us Mr. Karnes both agree to that! You feel that the Democratic Party has the answers, and I feel that Republican conservatism is the key, and somewhere in-between is a happy medium, but do not hope for Hornaman to be that moderate or someone who can think on his own, but instead watch as he undoubtedly scrambles to unsuccessfully prove himself. As many have criticized Bush, so too should the Democrats criticize Hornaman. Just because he has a dedicated, smart and loyal staff does not mean it will transpire into a dedicated, smart and loyal State Representative.