Are You Smarter than Curt Flug?
Editorial, Opinion and Political Commentary by Jonathan P. Glassel
Editorial, Opinion and Political Commentary by Jonathan P. Glassel
50,000 people reside in Chisago County. And, yes, we are smarter than any politician. The collective brain power of the electorate far surpasses any five people we may elect to the County Board or City Council.
Democracy and self determination have taken a “hit” in Chisago County in recent years. Don Taylor, the former champion of the Wyoming Township anti-annexation crusade became mayor of Chisago City and immediately embarked on the forced annexation of the remainder of Wyoming Township.
Wyoming Township is not a third world country that needs to be led into this century. Nor should their fate be dictated by “Land Grabbing” Don Taylor and the Courts.
Prior to the bold American experiment with Democracy, mankind had been ruled by Kings, Queens and nobility since the dawn of intelligence.
Claiming Divine Providence, the inbred rulers of Europe waged war upon each other for centuries. With the discovery of America, the best and the brightest left their homeland to establish roots in the new country.
A country where the cream was allowed to rise to the top. A country where a person could achieve great things despite a low birth.
Perhaps, that is why Daniel Lindstrom left Sweden and founded this town which bears his name.
I can imagine Arvid Victor (Keith Carlson’s Grandfather) standing next to Daniel Lindstrom, turning the first shovel of dirt in founding the City of Lindstrom. I can also imagine Arvid Victor rolling over in his grave as his Grandson drives the final nail into its coffin.
Our founding fathers, whether they be Washington or Jefferson, Arvid Victor or Daniel Lindstrom knew the value and profited from the right of self determination.
A right forcibly removed from the business owners and people of Lindstrom by Curt Flug and Keith Carlson.
Forcing the cream to the bottom is an unnatural act which defies American democracy.
We need the best and the brightest, our local entrepreneurs, to succeed, to create jobs, to spur our local economy and to grow our community.
We need representatives of the people, not autocratic rule.
Curt Flug had the opportunity to represent the people and businesses of Lindstrom.
Instead he chose to rule.
Curt Flug chose poorly.
By defying the awesome political power of Lindstrom business while seeking higher office, Curt became his own worst enemy and may have ended his own political career.
Democracy and self determination have taken a “hit” in Chisago County in recent years. Don Taylor, the former champion of the Wyoming Township anti-annexation crusade became mayor of Chisago City and immediately embarked on the forced annexation of the remainder of Wyoming Township.
Wyoming Township is not a third world country that needs to be led into this century. Nor should their fate be dictated by “Land Grabbing” Don Taylor and the Courts.
Prior to the bold American experiment with Democracy, mankind had been ruled by Kings, Queens and nobility since the dawn of intelligence.
Claiming Divine Providence, the inbred rulers of Europe waged war upon each other for centuries. With the discovery of America, the best and the brightest left their homeland to establish roots in the new country.
A country where the cream was allowed to rise to the top. A country where a person could achieve great things despite a low birth.
Perhaps, that is why Daniel Lindstrom left Sweden and founded this town which bears his name.
I can imagine Arvid Victor (Keith Carlson’s Grandfather) standing next to Daniel Lindstrom, turning the first shovel of dirt in founding the City of Lindstrom. I can also imagine Arvid Victor rolling over in his grave as his Grandson drives the final nail into its coffin.
Our founding fathers, whether they be Washington or Jefferson, Arvid Victor or Daniel Lindstrom knew the value and profited from the right of self determination.
A right forcibly removed from the business owners and people of Lindstrom by Curt Flug and Keith Carlson.
Forcing the cream to the bottom is an unnatural act which defies American democracy.
We need the best and the brightest, our local entrepreneurs, to succeed, to create jobs, to spur our local economy and to grow our community.
We need representatives of the people, not autocratic rule.
Curt Flug had the opportunity to represent the people and businesses of Lindstrom.
Instead he chose to rule.
Curt Flug chose poorly.
By defying the awesome political power of Lindstrom business while seeking higher office, Curt became his own worst enemy and may have ended his own political career.
4 comments:
Mudslinging is an age old political tactic generally used by candidates who don't stand a chance in hades of getting elected, but want to take everyone down with the sinking ship.
While a person may or may not enjoy the way Mr. Flug or Mr. Taylor has run his ship, it is no reason to make them look bad, or call them names.
What happened to Minnesota Nice?
You just placed a leaflet in my mailbox that has the word "asshole" in it. Now my kids have a new word for their vocabulary.
Thanks a lot.
Find a new tactic. Door knock. Get a booth at Karl Oscar Days. Let the voters discover who you are other than just another mudslinging foul mouthed politician.
And just in case you hadn't noticed; this is the election year of change and progress. You need a new mantra if you expect me to vote for you.
I think Uncle Lars needs to discuss Don The Land Grabber Taylor in depth.
The work in progress is titled "Local GOP Leadership out of Touch with Reality, Nominate Land Grabbing Don Taylor as Sacrificial Lamb to oppose Jeremy Kalin"
Most of the story will focus on Taylor's descent to the dark side of local politics.
If you have any insite, you can email jglassel@yahoo.com off the record or call my cell 612-408-0158
Thanks, Jon
The title should have been Everyone is smarter than Curt Flug.....
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