"Heaven has no rage like love to hatred turned/ Nor hell a fury like a woman scorned."
William Congreve
You've really done it now Rory... this may require an extra barrel or two of that ink.
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Hey Rory!!!!
YeeeHawww
Dr. Brad's the BOMB!
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Honest, clarity and truth - how refreshing...
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Rory,
I am glad you took the stance you took. I am a resident of Hamilton County but also, a property owner (like Brad) at Rocky Fork.
Unfortunatly The Enquirer took a differerent approach with their endorsement.
Below is my response to them, which interestingly, they chose not to publish. Thanks for your honest support of Brad and standing up for what you believe to be right and just.
Letters to The Editor
The Cincinnati Enquirer
312 Elm St.
Cincinnati, OH 45202
In response to your endorsement of Jean Schmidt ( Enquirer 3-2-12) shame on you Enquirer!
Where are your core values and beliefs?
How can you possibly disregard them and choose a known ethics violator only because she has more political savvy.
What type of message is this sending to your readers and staff? If someone in your firm violates your ethics policy, do you look the other way because they have been there a long time or are a favorite writer?
How can you honestly report on a House ethic committee ruling of an improper gift that has not been paid back and say because she is "hard-working" she "remains the best choice... but needs to clean up the legal-fees issue and take her leadership to the next level"?
Many politicians start out inexperienced, yet turn out to be the best choice. I am sure Jean Schmidt started that way once. Make your choice on overall experience and leadership skills to lead our country, not someone who "has done her best to keep current with the needs and concerns of residents."
Brad Wenstrup is a very honest and ethical individual. His is a decorated (Bronze Star) US Army Reserve Lt. Colonel, a combat surgeon, dedicated doctor and businessman. You can't attain those credentials without strong leadership abilities and high ethical standards.
My vote will be on the person who best matches my core values and has the leadership skills to represent me in Washington.
Brad Wenstrup has those qualities.
Bob Inkrot
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I don't see what the big deal is about someone asking why they are not liked-maybe it is a sincere effort to understand the endorsement better? Nor is it an intimidation factor for a candidate to ask about the endorsement policy. It is her right. What do you care if you know your reporting is sincere? Just 'my opinion'. And the 'mean Jean' name used by the 'Whistleblower' is childish. I'm not a ''Schmidt campaigner", I was sent this link by another source. I may just vote for Wenstrup based on his clear blue eyes. )
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I read above that Brad Wenstrup "VOTED for HIV and AIDS testing" I was not aware that Dr. Wenstup held any public office in which he could offer a vote. I by the way am a retired podiatrist and good friend of Dr. Wenstrup and will vote for him. However I am confused. Please clarify. Thank you.
Editor's note: It was a Board of Health vote.
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If you read about the Turkish Coalition paying Jean Schmidt's legal fees totaling several hundred thousand dollars... But yet she did not know about this She is part of the Problem . Rory it's like Harry S Truman said "I NEVER GAVE THEM HELL I JUST TOLD THE TRUTH AND THEY THOUGHT IT WAS HELL" Well you just spoke the truth and stood by it good job my man.
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Very well put, Rory! Thanks for honest reporting for our area. I, too, support Wenstrup for the 2nd District.
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They need to quit whining and give you a reason to change your opinion. One thing I've learned about reading your articles, you are willing to change your opinion when facts are presented to you. This is why I believe your paper is the most worthy in the country. Thanks Rory.
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Mr. Ryan,
It is heartening to read your editorial. Regardless of whom you are for in a political race, it is welcome to encounter a person who stands by their principals. After disclosing the lack of character the two non-endorsed candidates have I am sure the voters will be more than happy to stand with Dr. Wenstrup!
Keep up the good fight in Highland County!
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