Interview: Chris Savage of Eclectablog | You Don’t Know Him Yet. But You Will. | A2Politico

Interview: Chris Savage. You Don’t Know Him Yet. But You Will. | A2Politico

"Chris Savage (pictured left in a photo taken by his wife Anne) and his wife live in Dexter, Michigan. Chris is the voice behind the progressive-leaning Eclectablog. Well, actually, progressive-leaning is putting it mildly. Chris Savage is a guy who thinks Democrats who voted for Rick Snyder are fucking stupid. He posted this comment on A2Politico in response to a recent piece about Ann Arbor Democrats who financially supported Snyder’s candidacy:

“Hey! Where’s the ‘I’m a Democrat who wasn’t stupid enough to vote for a Republican governor’ option??? I told you guys so. I totally did ; )”

Chris posts his writing at The Daily Kos as well as the site Blogging for Michigan. A recent piece he wrote about the “takeover,” as he puts it of Benton Harbor by the State of Michigan’s Emergency Financial Manager Joseph Harris, was picked up by MSNBC political analyst Rachel Maddow. As it turns out, Chris doesn’t only write, he’s a chemist by day, as well as a devoted local food movement supporter, baker and all around writing enthusiast. A2Politico caught up with Chris Savage and got him to slow down long enough to answer a few questions about blogging, politics and, yes, his need for attention." Full Article Here | A2Politico

Trenton Bowens

Trenton Bowens

Trenton Bowens
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Pscholka responds to news of protest at Blossomtime Parade
State Rep. Al Pscholka today made the following full statement with regard to protests that are scheduled to take place at the upcoming Blossomtime Parade in St. Joseph and Benton Harbor: “When I got word that there was a possibility of protestors at th...e Blossomtime Parade, I was deeply disappointed and angered, to say the least. With every indication that the protests will still take place there, I have made the decision not to participate as part of the parade procession. "I am a supporter of free speech. I consider it to be among the most essential founding principles of our nation. Though recent protests regarding Michigan's new Fiscal Accountability Act have been largely spurred by misunderstandings and misinformation, I would be first in line to defend a citizen's right to invoke his or her constitutional liberties. With few exceptions, the protests that have taken place before our state's capitol and in Southwest Michigan have been conducted peacefully and with great respect to the venue. By rule of law, protestors do indeed have the same right to bring their voice to the Blossomtime Parade. "But that doesn't make it appropriate. "To fully appreciate why the Blossomtime parade is the wrong forum for protest, you have to be familiar with the tradition of the event. Since the early 20th century, the festival has served as a celebration of the agricultural community and a bountiful environment. The Blossomtime Parade is about children, families, and a celebration of our rich farm heritage. It is a wholesome community event that our young people have looked forward to all year long. It is truly unfortunate that some groups have decided to send in professional agitators by the bus load to try to create a political sideshow. "Similarly, the attendance of elected officials is not and should not be for the purpose of furthering any personal or political message. Until this year, the only politicians allowed to participate were the Governor of Michigan and mayors of St. Joseph and Benton Harbor. I understand that Governor Snyder will be attending in the traditional capacity as Grand Marshall. I applaud him for visiting our communities and hope he is treated with respect. "My own involvement in the celebration is not new, though it has never before been in the capacity of an elected public official. For 17 years, I have participated in the festival as a volunteer and have had the pleasure of hosting and co-hosting several Blossomtime pageants. Like the countless residents and organizers who appreciate the parade, I do not want to see the experience tarnished by political opportunism and exploitation. "I am saddened that some have chosen a course of action that could spoil a century-old celebration meant for children and families. I look forward to vigorous debate on issues, and welcome it, but Blossomtime should remain the showcase of our young people, our beautiful natural resources, and our agriculture bounty. It is not, in any way, a tasteful forum for political dialogue."See More
By: Al Pscholka for State Representative

Michigan Stands for Democracy

Michigan Stands for Democracy

Posted on Michigan Stands for Democracy by | Jonny Cache

Dear _______,

If the _______ Party intends to save itself over the next few years, the people who run for office as _______ will need to start recognizing and acting on these fundamental truths:
1. Office-holders are elected to represent the People.
2. Corporations are not people.
3. Corporations do not have natural rights.
4. Corporations are subject to laws that people make for them.
5. Office-holders are not elected to represent the Corporations.
Thank you, I wish you the best of luck waking up to these truths.

Tom D Duimstra, Richard T. Rapscallion Jr., Tom Ross and 2 others like this.

Jonny Cache | I've been posting this Open Letter to Elective Office-Holders at the appropriate pages of Facebookia.

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