FUN RAISER IN THE PARK

Re-Elect Kevin Cahill campagn fundraiser

HASBROUCK PARK in Kingston

Sunday, September 14, 2008
12:30 – 4:00
Please join the Friends of Kevin Cahill
as we host
The 2008 "FunRaiser in the Park"
Beautiful Hasbrouck Park
Overlooking the Majestic Hudson River
$15 -- SAME PRICE AS 1985 !!
As always KIDS ARE FREE !

For info contact
CAHILL FOR ASSEMBLY
www.kevincahillny.com
RSVP Maryalice Cahill, 845-338-9252

VOTE BALL THIS TUESDAY!!

We may not agree on all the issues but Assemblyman Ball is the best choice for the State's 99th district. Get out and vote.

Auerbach on WGHQ Friday

Make sure to tune in tomorrow morning at 8:30 am to hear Ulster County Comptroller candidate Elliott Auerbach.

Auerbach, an Ulster County native and life-long Democrat, is currently the Ellenville village manager. He will bring the strength of his private and public sector background to the office of the County’s newly established position of chief accounting and reporting officer. Auerbach’s public sector background includes three terms as Mayor of Ellenville and also a two year reign as Director of the Rural Economic Area Partnership. In the private sector, Auerbach managed a family owned business for 20 years and has enjoyed a series of successes in corporate America and private industry.

Football Picks w/ Parete, Auerbach and Blaber

The return of our weekly feature on the blog that we started last year with Rich Parete and now Elliott Auerbach. Again, like last year, feel free to use the comment section to pick your own. I promise the graphics and layout will be better in the coming weeks. The first game is today, so I was sort of rushed to put it up.

WEEK 1


Blaber's Picks

Giants over Washington W
Jets over Miami W
Baltimore over Cincinnati W
Patriots over K.C. W
Pittsburgh over HoustonW
Tennessee over Jags W
Falcons over Detroit W
Seattle over Buffalo L
N.O. over Tampa Bay W
Eagles over Rams W
Dallas over Cleavland W
Chargers over Panthers L
49ers over Arizona L
Colts over Bears L
Packers over Vikings W
Broncos over RaidersW


Parete's Picks

Washington over Giants L
Arizona over 49ers W
Buffalo over Seattle W
Baltimore over Cincinnati W
Dallas over Cleavland W
Detroit over L
Indy over ChicagoL
Jacksonville over Tennessee L
New England over K.C. W
Saints over Tampa Bay W
Miami over Jets L
Philly over Rams W
Pitts over Houston W
San Diego over Panthers L
Oakland over BroncosL
Minn. over PackersL


Auerbach's Picks

Giants over Washington W

ATLANTA over Detroit W

Buffalo over Seattle W

Jacksonville over Tennessee L

Jets over Miami W

Patriots over K.C. W

New Orleans over Tampa Bay W

EAGLES over Rams W

STEELERS over Houston W

BENGALS over Baltimore L

CHARGERS over Panthers L

Arizona over 49ers W

Dallas over Cleavland W

Indy over ChicagoL

GREEN BAY over VikingsW

Denver over RaidersW

Parete Stands Up for Ulster County

I went to public hearing on the ethics law and it will be voted on next week..details to follow than. I would be irresponsible if I did not mention how great Legislator Rich Parete was tonight. The guy takes no nonsense and is just a great legislator. Add him to the list of Patriots for the week.

Blaber News' Pinheads and Patriots

Bill O'Reilly has a regular feature on his show called pinheads and patriots, on the show Bill features people that are helping America, patriots and people that are hurting America Pinheads.

Here at Blaber News, we will be doing a weekly spin off of that segment every Wednesday. I will feature people that are helping Ulster County become a better place, Patriots as well as people that are hurting Ulster County, Pinheads.

I also will take your suggestions for both categories. If you have a nomination please e-mail me the suggestion with a pithy description of why this person should be nominated to : blabernews@gmail.com All submissions will remain anonymous but please do not be a misanthrope when writing to us.


Mike Hein, Elliott Auerbach and Len Bernardo all spent hours downtown on Sunday at the Hooley on the Hudson meeting with voters and talking with them about the very important races that are coming up in just two short months. It's very important and refreashing that a candidate make himself open and accesable to the public and help them make an informed decision this November. For doing this Elliott Auerbach, Mike Hein and Len Bernardo are all patriots.


On the Pinhead front, Sue Zimet is at it again, this time trying to petition the state to pass a law that would close bars early in the Village of New Paltz. This is all about an effort for Zimet's need to be in the spotlight. Zimet's claim that this will stop drinking and driving is a farce, if anything it will just increase underage house parties and increase the amount of DWI's, as people get in their car and head to the next town where the bars are still open. New Paltz establishments have gotten along fine without Zimet's help for many years. Sue Zimet's actions certianly make her a Pinhead.

Bullet Vote Decker in Town Library Vote

Tomorrow (Thursday) is the Town of Ulster Library Board vote and I strongly encourage people to go out and bullet vote for Larry Decker. There are three running that should not be on the board, they make it way too political and the rest I don't know. Just vote for Decker and yes on the budget.

Public Hearing on the UNETHICAL law to Take Place Tonight

The public hearing on the Unethical law, I mean ethics law, will take place tonight at 6:30 at the County Building.

I encourage people to come and speak out on this. The reality is that this law is a way for certain Democrats to take out their frustrations with John Parete by using their positions in county government. And, there is nothing more unethical than that.


I hope that Zimet and co. would just be honest, why not just say, I hate Parete and I want to use this law to get rid of him?

At least Noonan will admit that his caucus is taking advantage of the split in the party. I can respect the Machiavellian approach that they are capitalizing on.

The Auerbach's get their Irish on with two local dignitaries from Ireland at the Hooley on Sunday.

Republican's Start to Lean Toward Auerbach

Even Republican's are starting to see the light and lean toward Elliott Auerbach for County Comptroller. People are recognizing that while Elliott may not share their party affiliation, he does share their vision for the office and is the most qualified for the job.

There is also the fact that Elliott's opponent does not seem to be taking much intrest in the job, while Auerbach is meeting as many people he can and spreading the word, that he wants to be their Watch Dog in County Government.

At least two of the Republican blogs have started to lean toward Elliott in the last week; here is an excerpt from the blog master of Kingston Kool Aid Factor, a far right blog:


Blogger Kingston Kool Aid said...

In order to be an effective official, one must be involved in the community. I have not seen Quigley involved in much at all. Auerbach has been involved, and making a name for himself. Auerbach has shown an interest in this position, and it is one I cannot say Quigley has made.

I am officially supporting Auerbach from this point on. If Quigley had made some attempt to be involved in Kingston, I may not have come to this. The fact is Auerbach has shown he will be a part of Kingston.

September 1, 2008 7:26 PM

Congrats To Brian Shapiro

Congratulations to Brian Shapiro who was named the new director of the ASPCA. I can think no one else that is better suited for the job. Legislator Shapiro's tireless efforts and lifelong dedication to animals makes him a perfect fit.

He's a good guy and we wish him the best.

Hooley on the Hudson

Video footage from the Hooley on the Hudson.


Video courtesy of Clark Richters

McCain Shows Lack of Judgement in Veep Pick

John McCain picked small town Mayor and newly elected Governor Sarah Palin as his pick for VP. After attacking Obama's lack of experience for months, he picks a woman that two years ago led a town about the size of New Paltz...he might as well of picked Sue Zimet, she is probably more qualified, just ask her.

McCain's judgement really is called into question with this pick. The most important role of a Vice President is to be able to step in if something happens to the President. McCain feels that Sarah Palin, a 42 year old, former beauty queen with 0 experience in foreign affairs should be a heartbeat away from the Presidency.

Let's not forget that McCain is 72 years old, if he is elected and something was to happen to him (God forbid) do you really trust this person to be able to lead our Country?

I'm not sure that Palin will even help McCain pick up women voters. You don't get more ant-woman than radical Conservative Sarah Palin, who is a staunch opponent of supporting a woman's right to choose.

I think this pick just sealed the deal for Obama.

Assemblyman Kevin Cahill practices his reporting skills holding the Ch.6 mic for Elliott Auerbach last night at the Obama Watch party at Keegan Ales.

Obama Rocks Denver

There was at least one thing about Barack and his family that every American could relate to tonight. The opposition can label them elitists but they are just regular everyday hard working Americans . After tonight, I do not know how anyone can not vote for Barack Obama. Barring any unforeseen event taking place, nothing will stop Obama from being our next President.

Clinton Unites The Democratic Party Behind Obama

Hillary Clinton gave a great and moving speech tonight in Denver that was electrifying and moving. It exceeded expectations even for staunch Hillary supporters. The message was simple this is bigger than me (Hillary) and there is nothing more important than electing Barack Obama the next President.

Talks of unity was very well received. There is one person that can have the same effect locally amongst Ulster Dems as Hillary had on a national level tonight. He knows who he is and we're counting on him.

Watch Video Here

WEDNESDAY NIGHT WITH SHERIFF VAN BLARCUM AND ELLIOTT

Sheriff Paul Van Blarcum

cordially invites you to an evening in support of

Elliott Auerbach

for Ulster County Comptroller

Wednesday, August 27, 2008

5:30 pm until 7:30 pm

159 Basin Rd.

West Hurley, NY 12491

www.reservoirinn.biz
tickets @ $30

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Please RSVP by August 23^rd by mail to

Friends of Elliott Auerbach, PO Box 542, Ellenville, NY 12428 or by calling

(845) 532-1503 or by email to jeremyblaber@yahoo.com

Assemblyman Cahill's Fundraiser

Assemblyman Kevin Cahill had a sold out fundraiser in Rosendale on Sunday and it was a great time and the kick-off to the Cahill 2008 campaign.

Kevin's race has been targeted by the RAC committee so it's very important that we all show our support for our great Assemblyman. Now more than ever we need to return Assemblyman Cahill to Albany.


On a side note: There was also a great fundraiser today for Elliott Auerbach at the home of Rich and Colleen Parete that was very well attended.


Assemblyman Kevin Cahill talks with supporters

Tom Hoffay and Mrs. Cahill, two of the greatest minds in Ulster County Politics
Ed Palideno, Brian Cahill, myself and Rob Parete

OBAMA BIDEN 08

IT'S OFFICAL OBAMA TAPS BIDEN FOR VP

Bernardo Talks the Talk....

On Monday the NY Daily News and the NY Post both reported that State Senate Democratic Leader Malcolm Smith held a fundraiser at the Wiltwyck Country Club in Kingston and compared his fundraiser to an "initial public offering" of stock in a corporation. Initial public offerings are typically the lowest price a stock is ever offered at. Smith reportedly told donors that if they didn't give now, they would have to give more later.

"Leaders of both major parties have to cast off the special interest politics, the politics of the insiders and get back to business creating jobs and lowering taxes, not doing favors and raising money," Bernardo said.


Bernardo has also called for an investigation by AG Cuomo's office.

I commend Len Bernardo for this, if he is serious and this is not some political ploy.

It will be interesting to see of Bernardo is serious becasue he has a unique chance to show that he is.

DA Carnright made a statement today saying that he will not investigate the mater and would hope the State Commission of Public Integrity will do so instead. This is something that can be investigated in Ulster County by the District Attorney's office. Furthermore, the Ulster DA's office should have their own Commission on Public Integrity as Mr. Sennett proposed in last years campaign. (Video Below)

Len Bernardo, who is touting himself as the Independence candidate with Republican backing has an opportunity to show his Independence by urging Holley Carnright to reconsider and launch an investigation into this matter.

Len, you say you are about change and ending the good ol' boy style politics, well, prove it. We're waiting.