Candidate Karl on the Radio AGAIN, Why talk about Annexation?

Why talk about annexation?

Candidate Karl was on the radio again last week; all the taglines were in full use: "Why punish success?" "Government should do less" "Rugged Individualism" and so on.

KARL SAID: (facebook) “The overwhelming number of signatures we got proves that our campaign's message of reform is resonating with voters all across the 98th Assembly District…”

  

Reform? What reform? After multiple appearances on the radio, not once did Karl mention what that reform actually is or HOW to do anything. All he does is repeat catchphrases and buzzwords. 

Karl did mention the 1978 California proposition that had an interesting way of keeping down property taxes aka "Prop 13". California is somewhat unique as a State government in that they have this type of "direct" voting by the electorate instead of via their elected representatives. This type of initiative and referendum is not the method of passing law in NY. Perhaps, Professor Brabenec, a SUNY Orange Adjunct Professor who instructs young minds in local government studies, should attend summer school for remedial classes.

After a careful review of the Initiative and referendum issue, Auntie and the Team have come to the following conclusion: This “Town Hall” or direct representation type of government works well with smaller populations to make sure everyone has a voice; Auntie and the team can see a place for Initiatives and referenda perhaps, on the Village/Town level. However, when the population increases, logistically, it is more difficult to function in this way, especially for routine matters. Also, we see this style of government with MORE potential for abuse than the democratic republic, due to the potential for well-funded, special interests groups to push through referenda favorable to them, such as the casino lobby. And there are none of the benefits of the legislative process, where you may correct language errors, plan for funding of the proposition and correct the mistakes which may lead to unintended consequences.

Perhaps, a mix, whereby direct referendum is the exception not the norm, is best. (One with RECALL capabilities.)

This “mix” is what we have now in NY! In his exuberance to find a way to cut property taxes, perhaps Candidate Karl overlooked the fact that we do not have the initiative and referenda method of government in NY that they have in California and the other 25 States.

 

As a conservative, Candidate Karl would appreciate the following reviews of prop 13:

 http://www.cato.org/publications/commentary/proposition-13-then-now-forever

http://taxfoundation.org/blog/prop-13-california-35-years-late

http://closetheloophole.com/history

During his radio appearance Karl made NO Mention of the ANNEXATION issue!!! Why do that when you can talk about issues that are less controversial? After all, without even thinking, most people don’t want to pay higher taxes, so this issue doesn’t involve taking a stand.

Will you take a stand on the Annexation issue Karl? Do you have that kind of bravery?

Or will you just avoid the issue to ensure getting KJ votes?

"Government should do less" In your case, Karl, we agree. (And watch out for those blisters on your fingers…)

 

 

Buzzwords, even back then.