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October 28, 2008
Vienna Should Take a Cue from Fairfax County. Comments (4)
When a Vienna election season has competition, the incumbents (Maud, Jane, Laurie, George & gang) send the rumor mill into overdrive. It is not a proper Vienna election if a challenger does not have his or her reputation and good character properly sullied.
Election Office Sets Up 'Myth-Busters' Web Page
SunGazette.net; Monday, October 27, 2008
The Fairfax County government’s election official has set up a “Rumor Busters” Web page to address some of the misinformation that has been spreading about the 2008 general election.
The site can be found at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/news/election2008.htm.
Among the rumors that have been circulating, and the election office’s response:
* “A rumor has been circulating that Fairfax County has been tossing military ballots.” This rumor is false, election officials say.
* “A rumor has been circulating about Virginia’s absentee voting process. Claims have been made that all absentee voters will not be allowed to cast absentee ballots in local or state elections and will only be able to vote in the presidential race.” This rumor is false, election officials say.
* “A rumor has been circulating about Virginia’s absentee ballots not being counted if one candidate is winning the election by a large margin.” This rumor is false, election officials say.
* “Rumors have been circulating that individuals can register and vote in two different localities, essentially voting twice.” This rumor is false, election officials say.
* “A rumor has been circulating about voting equipment in Virginia giving voters an option to vote a straight-party ticket.” This rumor is false.
September 25, 2008
Spring Elections in Vienna. Comments (5)
Since someone asked, elections are in May 2009. HistoricVienna.com would love to vote for someone other than an incumbent. We are actually rather perplexed here at the HV headquarters - Obama signs are ALL over town. Citizens seem to want and embrace change on the national level but here in Vienna, they are committed to putting the same tired and worn out politicians into office EVERY SINGLE YEAR.
Do not sit back and wait. Be the person who runs for office. Stick your neck out. Change will be better. DEMAND SOMETHING ELSE. DEMAND SOMETHING BETTER.
Who won last year?
Vienna Town Council Results
Edythe Frankel Kelleher * 666 35%
Laurie Genevro Cole * 636 33%
Michael J. Polychrones * 607 32%
Key: * Incumbent
Precincts: 100%
July 14, 2008
Running for Mayor Comments (15)
From a HV reader:
When people run for public office, they should realize that all of their communication with their potential constituents is really like a job interview. The voters do the “hiring,” based on how much they like the candidate’s policies, his leadership skills, his interpersonal skills, and--fairly, or unfairly--how much they like him or her as a person. When holding a public office, one becomes the representative for not only the people who agree with the office holder, but all the residents of the jurisdiction. The bloggers on this website are among the constituents of the mayor of Vienna, and as such, should be treated with respect by a prospective mayoral candidate. Yet, Mr. Rossi has insulted us, baited us, refused to deal with us on our terms, rather insisting that we meet him on his terms. Will a citizen vote for someone who tells her sarcastically, that she doesn’t know the meaning of a word and to look it up in a dictionary? Will a citizen vote for someone who says, “trust me, I know what’s best for you”? Will a voter just accept that a mayor always has the best answer while refusing to listen to others or consider that others might have better answers? Will a citizen vote for someone who says his constituents aren’t worthy of good grammar? Would anyone get the job if they use poor grammar and insult the interviewee?
July 05, 2008
Cool. It is About Time Someone is Challenging the Mayor. Comments (7)
HistoricVienna.com just received this ...
Ladies and Gentlemen,As a resident of Vienna Va for 48 years. Thats right my entire life. I went through the ranks of Vienna schools, VYI Football, basketball, baseball, soccer. I was President of the Vienna Jaycees, Director in the Chamber of Commerce, Director of the Halloween parade...etc etc. I love Vienna more then I love most things in life. My hometown. The town I tear up about when I drive through the streets and remember. However in the past 5 years I have grown quite displeased with so many things in the town. I read about Mayor Jane Seeman and can tell you all, it's all true. She out of touch and I speak on direct issues I bought to Ms. Seeman myself. My issues were ignored and now she doesn't even want to talk to me anymore. I have sat in on many of the town council meetings, traffic control meetings and carefully listened to the residents and the complaints they had on their streets issues. I wrote down everything they said and periodically go to the streets that have a traffic problem and absolutely nothing has been done. If you want the Fairfax County residents to continue to cut through our neighborhoods, then I suggest you vote for Mayor Jane Seeman
However, I ask you all to be patient. I am announcing that I will challenge her for the position of Mayor in 2010. I have a traffic control plan that as Mayor I will order in to affect immediately. The quality of our lives have declined due to the same old policies here in the Town of Vienna. Also, the 23K spent on the Laser show in my opinion was a flop. Money not wisely spent. At the opening of the ceremony, Ms. Seeman even announced that this was a beginning of a long tradition in the Town, meaning be prepared for an expensive laser show that equates to nearly $ 20.00 per second.
Please comment to me directly at rossihere2@hotmail.com
I will need all your help and I will always put common sense first and will always put the hearts of all the good folks like you first as well..
Sincerely
Charles A Rossi
121 Locust St SW
Vienna Virginia 22180
703 498 6882
