tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15329279.post2481930516632221253..comments2023-08-25T05:18:29.312-06:00Comments on Madville Times: Candidate Forum as Job Interview: Who Gets the Job?caheidelbergerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03261598066395322681noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15329279.post-51867094243886120822010-10-30T08:16:15.400-06:002010-10-30T08:16:15.400-06:00District 8 Voters:
I wanted to take some time to s...District 8 Voters:<br />I wanted to take some time to say thank you to all of you that has supported me during this campaign. I have spoken with so many of you, unfortunately, there are so many more that I won't reached. Your kind words and prayers have given me hope and the belief that South Dakota families are ready for leadership that puts them first. In this time of economic hardship, I feel strongly that this next Legislative session will produce good things for South Dakota families! Balancing our state budget is first priority, I encourage you to stay at the heels of your Senators and Representatives to ensure that this indeed is their priority. Accountability! If I should be one of your next Legislators, I'll wear my combat boots for added protection. :) In all seriousness, South Dakota can not continue to operate with an unbalanced budget anymore than South Dakota families can with their personal budgets. <br />May God continue to bless you all! <br />Patricia Stricherz<br />Cnadidate for State HouseAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15329279.post-17882118376060169182010-10-30T04:55:31.867-06:002010-10-30T04:55:31.867-06:00Nichole, you do make an interesting point. I file ...Nichole, you do make an interesting point. I file my taxes online. Why wouldn't I file my vote the same way? Heck, Toby and I have dreamed of moving the DSU interp contest to e-ballots. <br /><br />Still, I have just enough conspiracy theory in me, thanks to <a href="http://kucinich.house.gov/News/DocumentQuery.aspx?CatagoryID=1572'>Dennis Kucinich and Diebold</a>, that I'm not in a rush to do away with paper ballots for our exercises in democracy.<br /><br />Rod, I've been of the impression that either Dan or Jason would bring reasonable, intelligent, and needed change to the department. I've heard concerns about the character of both candidates (see above on Dan; see earlier post from Chris Olson on Jason being a bit hotheaded). In what feels like a tossup on policy, I could take something like the prayer for the President's death and make that a deciding issue.caheidelbergerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03261598066395322681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15329279.post-51479712989794817152010-10-29T18:38:42.383-06:002010-10-29T18:38:42.383-06:00Would someone PLEASE endorse Jason Lurz as our new...Would someone PLEASE endorse Jason Lurz as our new Sheriff? The under-current at the coffee shops and talking to people around the county indicate Jason has really gained traction in the past few weeks. I think he's been working his butt off in the small towns and various events like the Kiwanis pancake day. Roger Hartman said four years ago he would not run again. Hartman is already collecting retirement. Lurz seems like he would handle the office with professionalism and vigor. I hate to use the old phrase, "It's time for a change", but in the Sheriff's office, I feel strongly we'll have a new face in January.GoldManhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09478566547133172418noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15329279.post-81629713008696900382010-10-29T18:19:33.114-06:002010-10-29T18:19:33.114-06:00Cory,
Yes, I believe at some point voting will be...Cory,<br /><br />Yes, I believe at some point voting will be done on some type of computerized system. As Shelli pointed out, the automark machines is one step in that direction. As clear as the directions are on the ballots, people don't always "stay in the lines" or use the proper writing instrument to fill-in their ballots. If an automated system can be used to make the circles filled in properly, or even do away with the paper ballots, why not? If we can file our taxes electronically, why can't we vote electronically?<br /><br />Good question by the way last night!Nicholenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15329279.post-63571960916970836842010-10-29T16:46:28.861-06:002010-10-29T16:46:28.861-06:00I check Dan's page—sure enough, there it is (c...I check Dan's page—sure enough, there it is (copied in CAPS—sorry):<br /><br />DEAR LORD, THIS YEAR YOU TOOK MY FAVORITE ACTOR, PATRICK SWAYZIE. YOU TOOK MY FAVORITE ACTRESS, FARAH FAWCETT. YOU TOOK MY FAVORITE SINGER, MICHAEL JACKSON. I JUST WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW, MY FAVORITE PRESIDENT IS BARACK OBAMA. AMEN<br /><br />Wow. Poor taste indeed. That's a problem.<br /><br />Nichole: I agree. On this issue, Janke was saying very clearly that she opposes change. Now is this specific change, electronic voting machines, a good idea?caheidelbergerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03261598066395322681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15329279.post-75147701241311848842010-10-29T16:36:45.253-06:002010-10-29T16:36:45.253-06:00John , Facebook is a great place to find out more ...John , Facebook is a great place to find out more about the folks that you are considering voting for.Some candidates have public access. I found <a href="http://www.facebook.com/people/Dan-Wyatt/1368287672" rel="nofollow">Dan Wyatt's</a> page illuminating. I didn't expect someone running for sheriff to have the infamous prayer for President Obama's death on their public page. Everyone has a right to thier opinion , this just really stikes me as odd.Barry Smithnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15329279.post-74568144305361451782010-10-29T15:20:56.257-06:002010-10-29T15:20:56.257-06:00As I wrote my earlier comment I was thinking about...As I wrote my earlier comment I was thinking about Clint McCance (AZ school board bigot) and how little we may actually know about some candidates. McCance couldn't even spell, but how could we unless someone speaks up with something they entirely know to be true. Look how long it took for Anita Hill's story to get more backing. Just slightly joking, has anyone checked Facebook pages?JohnSDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01232529806415462712noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15329279.post-56299621674240380742010-10-29T14:47:04.404-06:002010-10-29T14:47:04.404-06:00Cory,
Janke's answer to me said "Why cha...Cory,<br /><br />Janke's answer to me said "Why change? It's always been this way." Gust actually gave it some thought and would be open to the possibility. It's normal to be afraid of technology, but if we never try, where would we be today?Nicholenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15329279.post-70881968671192053882010-10-29T14:29:36.458-06:002010-10-29T14:29:36.458-06:00I can understand that position, Nichole. However, ...I can understand that position, Nichole. However, I'm willing to read Janke's answer as a direct answer to the question phrased as consisely as possible. Janke apparently does not believe electronic voting machines are sufficiently secure or reliable for voting in Lake County and is committed to maintaining a paper trail. Does that answer the question in anyone else's mind?caheidelbergerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03261598066395322681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15329279.post-6106538088719844102010-10-29T14:26:10.627-06:002010-10-29T14:26:10.627-06:00Cory,
I disagree with you on the auditor debate. ...Cory,<br /><br />I disagree with you on the auditor debate. Just because someone has 23 years of experience doesn't make you the best candidate for the job. She didn't really answer the question you asked. Gust's answer was much better and shows that she has experience that would allow her to find better and more efficient ways of running the auditor's office.Nicholenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15329279.post-34975845257401375162010-10-29T13:27:00.980-06:002010-10-29T13:27:00.980-06:00Having worked with all three candidates as a fello...Having worked with all three candidates as a fellow law enforcement officer, I am somewhat privy to what the general public does not know.<br /><br />First, we must remember that Dan Wyatt was demoted from a rank of Captain down to a Patrolman. While he can be kind and friendly to the general public, he can be rather crude and will stoop to any level to get what he wants.<br /><br />A good example of this is when he was passed up for promotion after I was promoted to the rank of Sergeant. He would not back me up on traffic stops or calls, and even spread rumors and lies to my friends and family about me.<br /><br />There are two employees currently serving in the Madison Police Department that have absolutely no business being in law enforcement, let alone being Sheriff. One, being Dan Wyatt, and the other I won't mention because he is not currently seeking public office.<br /><br />I was so embarassed working with these two, it really made my decision to leave that department real easy.<br /><br />I would love to be more detailed about some of the exploits of Dan Wyatt, but in the interest of decency I won't. Plus I know Cory would delete it, this being a family blog and all.Mark O'Loughlenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07707763013967725616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15329279.post-7818852051729629052010-10-29T10:36:42.778-06:002010-10-29T10:36:42.778-06:00What are the endorsements and predictions?
Prefer...What are the endorsements and predictions?<br /><br />Prefer the Dem but Russell has an easy win. Fargen gets my vote and narrowly takes victory. Janke also easy win due to experience. Wyatt has been excellent: listens, stays calm, gets to the heart of the matter. However chatter tells me Lurz, although don't discount many older voters that may not see any reason for change. Pedersen is excellent and I'll vote Wollman over Johannsen. She would bring some new insight, but Johannsen will likely get the farmer vote and get back in.JohnSDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01232529806415462712noreply@blogger.com