I am profoundly disappointed at the announcement made today by Arnold Schwarzenegger that he is opposed to Proposition 90, the Save Our Homes Initiative. All of those I know who have been supporting and working hard on the Governor’s reelection are strongly supporting 90. I’m sure they will all be equally dismayed. Some things just make you go, “Huh?”
That’s all I will say for now… As someone said (my mom?), if you don’t have something nice to say…
October 31st, 2006 at 12:00 am
Of course Arnold opposes Prop 90.
Protecting citizens private property from government confiscation is a Republican princple.
How can the “Party Leader” oppose one of the issues the party already endorsed.
October 31st, 2006 at 12:00 am
Your Mom is not running a political website.
October 31st, 2006 at 12:00 am
Daniel, stop drinking the Kool-Aid.
Prop 90 is a no brainer for Republicans.
October 31st, 2006 at 12:00 am
Two words….secret ballot. I’m just wondering Jon why you are so shocked at Arnold’s position on Prop 90? Did you actually believe he might stand on the side of property rights when he has given away the store already this year? This is just the latest insult.
October 31st, 2006 at 12:00 am
Oh come on guys cut the Governor some slack. We don’t need to fight like this 7 days before an election.
October 31st, 2006 at 12:00 am
Karen, I took Dan’s comment to mean: “Jon, tell us how you REALLY feel!”
Allen (Wilson), I don’t think my comments were combative – just expressing my sorrow.
Though I am winding up on this, and so I’d best sign off before I earn your rebuke!
October 31st, 2006 at 12:00 am
If it makes y’all feel any better, Arnold scored just a 50 percent from the Conservation Voters of California today on their new enviro scorecard. But heck, that’s 44 percent better than legislative Republicans!
October 31st, 2006 at 12:00 am
Thanks Arnold. Another reason I am so enthusiastically voting for you…
November 1st, 2006 at 12:00 am
If I was wrong about Dan’s comments I am sorry.
November 1st, 2006 at 12:00 am
Karen, I have known Jon for many years and his reply demonstrates he clearly understood my remark. His now more measured response to the Governor’s moderate position is telling, practical and noted.
For the record, I am a big supporter of property rights, having consulted for Pacific Lumber during their takings battle over the Headwaters Forest. Your inference from my cryptic post was wrong, but not mean spirited.
Thank you for your apology but it was not required. Politics is a contact sport much like ice hockey. Done best, there are occasional solid hits that are integral to winning the game. If you can’t take a clean check into the boards, stay in the stands and enjoy the adult beverages.