tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post5283435994749578262..comments2020-04-11T03:30:02.282-05:00Gary R. Welshhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15185079937305083438noreply@blogger.comBlogger91125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-37189271745177387812008-01-06T21:18:00.000-05:002008-01-06T21:18:00.000-05:00This whole Pollard campaign must have the people at Ice Miller confused. Lacy Johnson Mr. Democrat brings in clients by the bunches (Center Twonship, the city<BR/>before Ballard, Gaming Interest national clients and lots of bond work) is supporting Andre Carson. Pollard a little known Democrat and not a rain maker is teamed up with Sandra Bickel another attorney at Ice Miller to challenge Carson. <BR/>One wonders how long Pollard who has views on his web site that run counter to some of Ice Millers clients will be around after next Saturday. <BR/>Pollard has every right to run but there can be a great downside if you go after the King and miss.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-52128698601856177022008-01-06T20:44:00.000-05:002008-01-06T20:44:00.000-05:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-33432987097317369722008-01-06T19:40:00.000-05:002008-01-06T19:40:00.000-05:00Hey Guys, Got a chance to meet Mr Pollard today! Very impressive and very sincere...a breath of fresh air. This might be our guy!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17983840806551164370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-5779861218535102312008-01-06T16:52:00.000-05:002008-01-06T16:52:00.000-05:00Gary,<BR/><BR/>Point well taken.<BR/><BR/>It is well-known that he normally (and proudly) drives a German-made coupe and you reported that he is now traveling in a Pontiac. I stand corrected. But if you don't believe me about his car ask him next time he checks-in with you.<BR/><BR/>Why did you mention the type of car he would be in if he came calling on committeemen?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-64993769331526343602008-01-06T15:23:00.000-05:002008-01-06T15:23:00.000-05:00"I usually have an open mind, but when I read the comment from Gary that Pollard will be traveling around campaigning in a modest, rented car that did it for me. What a phoney."<BR/><BR/>I made no such comment, anon 3:18.Gary R. Welshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15185079937305083438noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-88925680597024336032008-01-06T15:18:00.000-05:002008-01-06T15:18:00.000-05:00David O. is well known and respected in the Indianapolis community and Democratic politics. Perhaps that is the reason for the lack of animosity. I am not supporting him, but he is light-years ahead of Mr. Pollard.<BR/><BR/>I am have been around local politics for years and never heard or met this Mr. Pollard so I not sure who he volunteered for. As for the fundraising, I have never been to the Skyline Club (although it is hear it quite nice) so I wouldn't have met him there.<BR/><BR/>I usually have an open mind, but when I read the comment from Gary that Pollard will be traveling around campaigning in a modest, rented car that did it for me. What a phoney.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-89844887452866770442008-01-06T12:39:00.000-05:002008-01-06T12:39:00.000-05:00I was 11:19 AM Saturday. Someone<BR/>read my comment about the incorrect name of Indiana Univ.<BR/>Purdue Univ. @ Indlps and corrected his bio since then.<BR/>Maybe former Chancellor Bepko,<BR/>who did a lot for this university, <BR/>called him to get it corrected.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-60284930282363654562008-01-06T10:24:00.000-05:002008-01-06T10:24:00.000-05:00Just a couple of comments...Pollard has worked on multiple local campaigns, and he is familiar with local politics. He's done both grass roots campaigning and fund raising for former candidates. <BR/><BR/>As for the Hampton comment....Hampton is a well respected small, private university. Georgetown is a top fifteen law school and has a top three tax law program--both of which he graduated from. <BR/><BR/>Let's not be so close minded here. I've seen plenty of posts on David O., and he's not from here either. Why the animosity toward Pollard but not David O.?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-9961983165930705962008-01-06T07:00:00.000-05:002008-01-06T07:00:00.000-05:00Pollard has not discontinued his run. He'll be out going door to door meeting precinct chairs again today.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-14510406673538994192008-01-06T03:41:00.000-05:002008-01-06T03:41:00.000-05:00informed sources tell me that Pollard is discontinuing his candidacy for Congress.....whew!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-61979035709957907512008-01-06T03:39:00.000-05:002008-01-06T03:39:00.000-05:00Hampton is not an Ivy league school.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-10361807180232191502008-01-06T00:38:00.000-05:002008-01-06T00:38:00.000-05:00What i meant to say, Anonymous 1, was haven’t we learned from Obama that you can sometimes utilize your passion and expertise to make a difference despite being perceived as "not" having more experience.<BR/><BR/>Or in other words, I want a candidate that can be strategic and forward thinking; I am ready for a change. I want us to be led by candidate that can bring us together so we can have productive and intellectual dialogue regarding important issues (without calling each other ignorant names like "stupid")<BR/><BR/>My candidate of choice needs to be exposed locally, nationally and globally…. that experience can really “Advance Indiana”. Pollard may be the man that brings those qualities I’m looking for to the table. As a legislator in Washington its my understanding that they are not just voting on local issues but foriegn affairs, trade and other national and global issues that impact all Americans.<BR/><BR/>So who are you supporting, Anonymous 2, who called me stupid?Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17983840806551164370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-43473804186425812042008-01-05T22:31:00.000-05:002008-01-05T22:31:00.000-05:00Even Obama served in lower elective office before running (unsuccessfully) for Congress and then (successfully) for U.S. Senate.<BR/><BR/>Pay your dues dude, particularly considering you aren't from around these parts, before grabbing for the brass ring.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-54185939039466897242008-01-05T22:27:00.000-05:002008-01-05T22:27:00.000-05:00Pollard can go ahead and talk about all the national and global issues he wants. He won't even come close. In the process he will further reveal how little he understands Indianapolis electoral politics. He might start by reading Man of the House, autobio of Tip O'Neal (hint: he was an mildly successful Demo Congressman). All politics is local, even (esp.) when running for Congress. Local candidate are the preference, stupid.<BR/><BR/>He isn't even from here nor has he ever run for so much as committeeman nor worked on a campaign and yet he want to be our Congressman. Please. If he is smart and bows out now, he could go to work as a staffer and learn something about politics.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-45667819459815038222008-01-05T20:03:00.000-05:002008-01-05T20:03:00.000-05:00what do you mean by having more experience?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-1980696677478761762008-01-05T17:25:00.000-05:002008-01-05T17:25:00.000-05:00I checked on the titling of the university, it is correct see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Indiana_University-Purdue_University_Indianapolis<BR/><BR/>Also, I think the focus on what kind of car and how he looks etc is irrelevant (aside from the fact that it indicates that he has worked hard and done well for himself, no crime in that), and havent we learned from Obama that you can sometimes utilize your passion and expertise to make a difference despite having "more experience". <BR/><BR/>I want someone thoughtful, and strategic, an intellect who can work there way around the halls of Capitol Hill comfortably and effectively. The other candidates just seem to local to me. A congressperson needs to be able to think beyond that and decide on national and global issues as well.<BR/><BR/>I also think he has the potential to grab a few votes away from the repubs to guarantee a win..they love all of that educaton and proffession. I am a young professional and strongly considering making him my candidate of choice..Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17983840806551164370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-12589541277594486502008-01-05T17:14:00.000-05:002008-01-05T17:14:00.000-05:00<I>Anonymous said...<BR/><BR/> Notice how the shallow Wilson once again does not answer a simple, yet important question. Sad.<BR/> 3:46 PM EST</I><BR/><BR/>Sorry, I didn't hear the muffled mumbling from the anonymous nobody skulking, shuffling and cowering behind the curtains, masks and false faces.<BR/><BR/>What did you ask again? And speak up! Cut out the name-calling too!Wilson46201https://www.blogger.com/profile/14214029150233485312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-28939936153685418992008-01-05T15:58:00.000-05:002008-01-05T15:58:00.000-05:00After seeing many of the comments, I felt compelled to respond. I've known Mr. Pollard in a professional capacity since he moved to Indiana. He's very intelligent, hard working, and really has some great ideas. He entered the race because he truly believes he can make a difference. There aren't any other motives. It is also my understanding that he does not have the support of Lacy Johnson, as he is supporting Andre. I don't believe his candicacy is a "trick". Its something he'll work hard for if given a chance. I would urge you to keep an open mind where he is concerned. I know there's familiarity with some of the others, but honestly, he's probably the best equipped to take the seat and make some actual changes.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-55833032341005754072008-01-05T15:46:00.000-05:002008-01-05T15:46:00.000-05:00Notice how the shallow Wilson once again does not answer a simple, yet important question. Sad.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-38520851476018985962008-01-05T14:47:00.000-05:002008-01-05T14:47:00.000-05:00Pollard & Sullivan drive fancy import cars that has to make the UAW happy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-59126865727706665562008-01-05T14:35:00.000-05:002008-01-05T14:35:00.000-05:00Pollard does not have baggage because he has never been anywhere.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-5051133521991555942008-01-05T14:23:00.000-05:002008-01-05T14:23:00.000-05:001:43, I agree. There must be no candidate that drives a Mercedes in the Dem slating. All must drive Escalades, preferably with spinners and a chicken roof.<BR/><BR/>C,mon, is that how the Dem Party selects it's candidates in this District?<BR/><BR/>Pollard looks pretty damn qualified to me, but I drive a Jaquar (with chicken roof) so what would I know.<BR/><BR/>There will not be a concensus Dem candidate and those factions that lose will cause defeat in the general election.<BR/>Advice? Better take a guy like Pollard that hasn't got baggage.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-1272010863293303112008-01-05T13:43:00.000-05:002008-01-05T13:43:00.000-05:00As a long time Demo committeeperson, I have no idea who this Pollard is. The others I know. Sopme I like...some I don't but they have been around ..and they dont wear fancy pocket handkerchiefs and drive Mercedes....I think Ice Miller just wants to own a congressman....some of the comments on this blog make it appear that it is a Mr. America contest.....we are not looking for handsome, we are looking for qualified.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-15904221005629590712008-01-05T13:31:00.000-05:002008-01-05T13:31:00.000-05:00Just exactly which committeemen are going to vote for this John-come-lately. Zero.<BR/><BR/>Helping David O. Possibility. Someone did say stalking horse earlier.<BR/><BR/>Andre doesn't need a fancy pocket handkerchief and foreign car to be successful as our next Congressman from the 7th District.<BR/><BR/>In the end, there are going to be so many people scratching their collective heads when Andre laps this sorry field of pretenders.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12703782.post-23091256713152693892008-01-05T13:26:00.000-05:002008-01-05T13:26:00.000-05:00He wouldn't be the first member of the club married. That why it is call in the closet.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com