“I can't spare this man, he fights.” Abraham Lincoln
These were the words President Lincoln used when speaking about General Grant during the Civil War. Many of the high ranking military personnel thought that Grant was unfit to serve; even Mary Lincoln called Grant a "Butcher." However, Lincoln supported him and Grant and Sherman would lead the Union to victory over the Confederates and earn Lincoln a second term shortly before his assassination. Within 7 years, Grant would become President of the Republic.
By now all of America knows that congressman Anthony Wiener sent lewd pictures through his Twitter account. Wiener lied, pure and simple. He lied to all those who support him, he lied to his constituents, he lied to his wife and to their marriage. Indeed, Wiener has violated the trust of the citizenry. But should he resign?
Wiener is a throwback elected official because unlike him there are far and few elected officials that "vehemently fights" for the middle class, working poor, poor and the destitute. He is an elected official America sorely lacks and desperately needs. But at what cost? "Can we spare this man because he fights?"
As an elected official, sending sexually explicit photos to women that’s not your wife is not a crime but it is offensive to the very foundation of matrimony and Mr. Wiener made an enormous mistake in which this episode will plague him forever--like herpes.
Resigning at this juncture will in time heal the wounds of deception and perhaps, Anthony Wiener will find redemption with the public. But for now, Mr. Wiener must go home. Go home Sir and mend the fences with your wife and family. Anthony Wiener should also seek counseling regarding the Twitter incident because there is an underlying issue there that is darker, deeper and more complicated than the public can imagine.
Under these most difficult circumstances we "can spare" Anthony Wiener because even though he fights for the middle class, working poor, poor and the destitute; he has a more pressing fight to address--his inner demons.
"Progressive will bring balance to the Republic"
Anthony P. Johnson
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
"The Audacity of Stupidity"
Every year the so-called fiscally sound officials at the School District of Philadelphia find ways to keep our public schools in deficit purgatory, despite the fact that over the last 2 years they've received enormous amounts of money to fix the broken and bleeding public school system.
Now Dr. Ackerman and Co. are asking for $100,000,000 and Mayor Nutter has taken up his sword and shield by attempting once again to tax sugary drinks to pay for the absolute incompetence of those overseeing the budget of the SDP.
This time its $100,000,000 and next time $200,000,000. Who is expected to pony up the money? You and me.
It appears that each time Mr. Nutter addresses the citizenry of Philadelphia he is accompanied by bad news. He's worst than the Grim Reaper; even the Grim Reaper is welcome relief sometimes, especially when appearing before someone who's gravely ill.
Mayor Nutter and Dr. Ackerman have stated that the $100,000,000 is needed "for the kids". Oh, so now it’s about the kids? These two remind me of those "Sponsor a Child" infomercials. I can see them now, "Hi, I'm Mayor Nutter and I'm Dr. Ackerman. Do you know that for $100,000,000 you can sponsor a child?"
City Controller Alan Butkovitz gave the SDP a perfect 10--as the worst at handling its finances! He now recommends independent oversight so in turn they want more money and no accountability? Oh, and Mayor Nutter says that he will be meeting each month with SDP officials so they can account for every penny being spent "For the children." Yeah, that dog and pony show will last for about six months and then Mr. Nutter will lose interest and the SDP will be back to continuing their fiscally irresponsible ways.
Haven't we had enough of this corruption from the very people that are supposed to use the funding to implement the type of education our children require to compete nationally and globally?
The $100,000,000 requested is not to repair the decaying infrastructure that is the Philadelphia public schools; nor is the money for the teachers that use personal finances to support their students and it damn sure isn't for "the kids". The $100,000,000 is for the children-- pretending to be adults.
"Progressives will bring balance to the Republic."
Anthony P. Johnson
Now Dr. Ackerman and Co. are asking for $100,000,000 and Mayor Nutter has taken up his sword and shield by attempting once again to tax sugary drinks to pay for the absolute incompetence of those overseeing the budget of the SDP.
This time its $100,000,000 and next time $200,000,000. Who is expected to pony up the money? You and me.
It appears that each time Mr. Nutter addresses the citizenry of Philadelphia he is accompanied by bad news. He's worst than the Grim Reaper; even the Grim Reaper is welcome relief sometimes, especially when appearing before someone who's gravely ill.
Mayor Nutter and Dr. Ackerman have stated that the $100,000,000 is needed "for the kids". Oh, so now it’s about the kids? These two remind me of those "Sponsor a Child" infomercials. I can see them now, "Hi, I'm Mayor Nutter and I'm Dr. Ackerman. Do you know that for $100,000,000 you can sponsor a child?"
City Controller Alan Butkovitz gave the SDP a perfect 10--as the worst at handling its finances! He now recommends independent oversight so in turn they want more money and no accountability? Oh, and Mayor Nutter says that he will be meeting each month with SDP officials so they can account for every penny being spent "For the children." Yeah, that dog and pony show will last for about six months and then Mr. Nutter will lose interest and the SDP will be back to continuing their fiscally irresponsible ways.
Haven't we had enough of this corruption from the very people that are supposed to use the funding to implement the type of education our children require to compete nationally and globally?
The $100,000,000 requested is not to repair the decaying infrastructure that is the Philadelphia public schools; nor is the money for the teachers that use personal finances to support their students and it damn sure isn't for "the kids". The $100,000,000 is for the children-- pretending to be adults.
"Progressives will bring balance to the Republic."
Anthony P. Johnson
Monday, June 6, 2011
Mitt "The Chameleon" Romney
Mitt Romney said President Obama has failed and that he will be a better president who will create jobs for Americans. Hmmm, let's see. Well, as Governor of Massachusetts, Romney managed the state to a ranking of 47th in the Republic in job creation.
Mr. Romney believes as president he'll be responsible for creating more businesses in America unlike Mr. Obama. Romney! Romney! Romney! Oh, wait! As a so-called business guru, Mitt "Business Guru" Romney bankrupted five companies while being responsible for thousands of individuals losing their jobs but not before taking millions of dollars for himself.
In his defense, Mitt Romney created a health care plan for Massachusetts residents that I believe Republican President Theodore Roosevelt, a supporter of health care for every American would have said, "Good start young man." Further, President Obama's health care plan is modeled from Romney's. But the sad fact is Romney continues to distance himself from his own plan as if he's avoiding the "Black Death" of 13th century Europe. Is it a wonder why the Tea Party and its registered members dislike him? Although in my opinion the Republican Party is dead, what remnants of it that are left are also not supporters of Romney. Sarah "Paul Revere" Palin has a better chance at winning the nomination simply because her base which consists of ignorant bigots are registered and do in fact vote. Factor in that no matter how unprepared she is to even lead a food fight--they like her.
Perhaps Mitt Romney may win the presidential nomination but his chances of defeating President Obama are "none and less than zero." The only way that Romney will stay at the White House will be as a guest--of President Obama.
"Progressives will bring balance to the Republic."
Anthony P. Johnson, Candidate for State Rep. 2012
Mr. Romney believes as president he'll be responsible for creating more businesses in America unlike Mr. Obama. Romney! Romney! Romney! Oh, wait! As a so-called business guru, Mitt "Business Guru" Romney bankrupted five companies while being responsible for thousands of individuals losing their jobs but not before taking millions of dollars for himself.
In his defense, Mitt Romney created a health care plan for Massachusetts residents that I believe Republican President Theodore Roosevelt, a supporter of health care for every American would have said, "Good start young man." Further, President Obama's health care plan is modeled from Romney's. But the sad fact is Romney continues to distance himself from his own plan as if he's avoiding the "Black Death" of 13th century Europe. Is it a wonder why the Tea Party and its registered members dislike him? Although in my opinion the Republican Party is dead, what remnants of it that are left are also not supporters of Romney. Sarah "Paul Revere" Palin has a better chance at winning the nomination simply because her base which consists of ignorant bigots are registered and do in fact vote. Factor in that no matter how unprepared she is to even lead a food fight--they like her.
Perhaps Mitt Romney may win the presidential nomination but his chances of defeating President Obama are "none and less than zero." The only way that Romney will stay at the White House will be as a guest--of President Obama.
"Progressives will bring balance to the Republic."
Anthony P. Johnson, Candidate for State Rep. 2012
Friday, June 3, 2011
"They Deserve It"
I have no doubt that there will be much debate about my "Vision" Plan for the 180th District that will be posted on June 24th.
The fundamental foundation of the "Vision Plan, however, will provide services, programs and a sense of balance to a community that has been mired in sub-mediocrity followed up by an inept and corrupt state representative.
Make no mistake, as state representative of the 180th District in 2012--my "Vision" Plan will become a reality for the residents. They deserve better and the "Vision" Plan will provide them with better opportunities to improve their quality way of life from an infrastructure perspective, academically, financially and socially.
They deserve it.
"Progressives will bring balance to the Republic."
Anthony P. Johnson
The fundamental foundation of the "Vision Plan, however, will provide services, programs and a sense of balance to a community that has been mired in sub-mediocrity followed up by an inept and corrupt state representative.
Make no mistake, as state representative of the 180th District in 2012--my "Vision" Plan will become a reality for the residents. They deserve better and the "Vision" Plan will provide them with better opportunities to improve their quality way of life from an infrastructure perspective, academically, financially and socially.
They deserve it.
"Progressives will bring balance to the Republic."
Anthony P. Johnson
Friday, May 27, 2011
Anthony P. Johnson's Strategic "Vision" Plan for the 180th District.
The Anthony P. Johnson Strategic "Vision" Plan is complete and we will be sharing with all and distributing 10-12,000 copies throughout the community very soon.
Stay tuned.
"Progressives will bring balance to the Republic."
Anthony P. Johnson 4 State Representative, 180th District-2012
Stay tuned.
"Progressives will bring balance to the Republic."
Anthony P. Johnson 4 State Representative, 180th District-2012
Monday, May 23, 2011
"Do You Not Understand?"
The Philadelphia School District is poised to close additional schools for students on the verge of becoming drop outs in addition to eliminating funding for remedial disciplinary programs in order to close a $629 million budget deficit.
Do you get it? Is this clear to you, or do you still need the proverbial house to fall on you to wake up?
There are elected officials that sit at the head of the government on every level in the Republic that believe that providing funding that is necessary to properly educate our youth is simply not a solid financial investment.
The stripping of funds and closing of schools that support students, at-risk students and dropouts serves absolutely no effective purpose. Further, invoking the asinine excuse that by eradicating kindergarten, academic, art and music programs will lower the deficit is "criminal". Criminal! Who benefits from the systematic obliteration of education in Philadelphia, Detroit, Wisconsin and throughout the Republic? I know one population that will not benefit from this macabre behavior.
So, by decreasing funding for education while increasing funds for the construction and expansion of prisons will somehow transform America into an intelligent, safer, greener and productive society? At the rate that education is becoming extinct in Philadelphia and throughout the Republic, it is not a matter of how; merely a question of when the United States will descend into complete anarchy and ignorance.
Anthony P. Johnson, Candidate for State Rep. 180th District 2012
Do you get it? Is this clear to you, or do you still need the proverbial house to fall on you to wake up?
There are elected officials that sit at the head of the government on every level in the Republic that believe that providing funding that is necessary to properly educate our youth is simply not a solid financial investment.
The stripping of funds and closing of schools that support students, at-risk students and dropouts serves absolutely no effective purpose. Further, invoking the asinine excuse that by eradicating kindergarten, academic, art and music programs will lower the deficit is "criminal". Criminal! Who benefits from the systematic obliteration of education in Philadelphia, Detroit, Wisconsin and throughout the Republic? I know one population that will not benefit from this macabre behavior.
So, by decreasing funding for education while increasing funds for the construction and expansion of prisons will somehow transform America into an intelligent, safer, greener and productive society? At the rate that education is becoming extinct in Philadelphia and throughout the Republic, it is not a matter of how; merely a question of when the United States will descend into complete anarchy and ignorance.
Anthony P. Johnson, Candidate for State Rep. 180th District 2012
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Anthony Johnson for State Representative
Anthony Johnson for State Representative
180th District
647 E. Raymond St.
Philadelphia, PA 19120
(215) 744-2529 (215) 715-0355
anthonyjohnson4staterep180@gmail.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – MAY 18, 2011
Summary: Anthony P. Johnson announces candidacy for State Representative 2012
Anthony P. Johnson of Juniata Park officially announces his candidacy for State Representative for the 180th District, 2012. Johnson pledges to take the following actions if elected as the community’s State Representative:
• Secure funding and push for neighborhood patrols.
• Address crime in the community by increasing police patrol and creating stricter penalties for drug dealers, pedophiles, and violent gangs.
• Provide more police/increase presence in our neighborhoods as well as build a positive relationship between residents and the police through Q/A series of workshops and other activities.
• Provide the community with Literacy and GED programs.
• Partner with local food markets, pharmacies and retail stores to hire residents that support these businesses as loyal customers to decrease unemployment and poverty.
• Obtain state/federal funding for existing quality and new grassroots after school programs.
• Re-implement extracurricular activities back into the public schools in our communities.
• Implement effective recreation centers in the communities.
Mr. Johnson is currently a Human Services lead instructor in a post-secondary school in Philadelphia and is also the founder and director of Dream Field Academy providing mentoring and educational enhancement to at-risk youth in his Juniata neighborhood. He has stated, "I will do everything humanly possible to turn the tide of government-neglected problems in the neighborhood. We need to be role models to our youth and protectors of our senior citizens by showing them that we care enough to devote our time and efforts to make a difference in their lives. This isn't about politics at all--this is about ‘human caring’ at its best."
Johnson has led a grass-roots campaign to protest the lack of government responses to the issues of the neighborhood. “Our community is plagued by unemployment, high-school students dropping out, violence on the streets, and drug dealers intimidating the good people who want a positive quality of life here. The current politicians have brought nothing to our area. It is time for us to stand together as unified citizens and demand better for our families and future generations. I am not a politician—I am a Human Service professional who is dedicated to changing the quality of life for the people in this community.”
Johnson has been the neighborhood block captain for over two years responding immediately to the problems of the neighbors by working closely with the local police department.
Disgusted over the lack of services provided for his Juniata neighborhood, Anthony P. Johnson, a resident and father, wants his son to grow up without the worry of being a victim of violent gang crime or drive-by shootings. He explains, “Our current elected officials are politicians. They are more concerned with their needs than the community’s. I am the ‘un-politician,’ but I am a community activist. I want our residents to join together to demand the services that our community is overlooked for. We will not be divided by ethnicity or culture—we will unite together as people who want to live in peace and without fear. I will truly represent the people who live here and together we will rebuild a neighborhood where our families can be proud to live.”
A number of community organizations have endorsed Johnson for the May 2012 primary election. He will be visiting every home in the community during the next year to talk about the issues that are important to all residents of the community. In addition to being a community activist, he is also a Ph.D. candidate and author.
For further information, contact Anthony P. Johnson at (215) 744-2529 or (215) 715-0355. You can also email him at: anthonyjohnson4staterep180@gmail.com
180th District
647 E. Raymond St.
Philadelphia, PA 19120
(215) 744-2529 (215) 715-0355
anthonyjohnson4staterep180@gmail.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – MAY 18, 2011
Summary: Anthony P. Johnson announces candidacy for State Representative 2012
Anthony P. Johnson of Juniata Park officially announces his candidacy for State Representative for the 180th District, 2012. Johnson pledges to take the following actions if elected as the community’s State Representative:
• Secure funding and push for neighborhood patrols.
• Address crime in the community by increasing police patrol and creating stricter penalties for drug dealers, pedophiles, and violent gangs.
• Provide more police/increase presence in our neighborhoods as well as build a positive relationship between residents and the police through Q/A series of workshops and other activities.
• Provide the community with Literacy and GED programs.
• Partner with local food markets, pharmacies and retail stores to hire residents that support these businesses as loyal customers to decrease unemployment and poverty.
• Obtain state/federal funding for existing quality and new grassroots after school programs.
• Re-implement extracurricular activities back into the public schools in our communities.
• Implement effective recreation centers in the communities.
Mr. Johnson is currently a Human Services lead instructor in a post-secondary school in Philadelphia and is also the founder and director of Dream Field Academy providing mentoring and educational enhancement to at-risk youth in his Juniata neighborhood. He has stated, "I will do everything humanly possible to turn the tide of government-neglected problems in the neighborhood. We need to be role models to our youth and protectors of our senior citizens by showing them that we care enough to devote our time and efforts to make a difference in their lives. This isn't about politics at all--this is about ‘human caring’ at its best."
Johnson has led a grass-roots campaign to protest the lack of government responses to the issues of the neighborhood. “Our community is plagued by unemployment, high-school students dropping out, violence on the streets, and drug dealers intimidating the good people who want a positive quality of life here. The current politicians have brought nothing to our area. It is time for us to stand together as unified citizens and demand better for our families and future generations. I am not a politician—I am a Human Service professional who is dedicated to changing the quality of life for the people in this community.”
Johnson has been the neighborhood block captain for over two years responding immediately to the problems of the neighbors by working closely with the local police department.
Disgusted over the lack of services provided for his Juniata neighborhood, Anthony P. Johnson, a resident and father, wants his son to grow up without the worry of being a victim of violent gang crime or drive-by shootings. He explains, “Our current elected officials are politicians. They are more concerned with their needs than the community’s. I am the ‘un-politician,’ but I am a community activist. I want our residents to join together to demand the services that our community is overlooked for. We will not be divided by ethnicity or culture—we will unite together as people who want to live in peace and without fear. I will truly represent the people who live here and together we will rebuild a neighborhood where our families can be proud to live.”
A number of community organizations have endorsed Johnson for the May 2012 primary election. He will be visiting every home in the community during the next year to talk about the issues that are important to all residents of the community. In addition to being a community activist, he is also a Ph.D. candidate and author.
For further information, contact Anthony P. Johnson at (215) 744-2529 or (215) 715-0355. You can also email him at: anthonyjohnson4staterep180@gmail.com
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