I still need to take a look at all the comments on the Florida Market stuff. I wasn't on top of it at the time because I preparing my own testimony. A friend alerted me to the fact that some of the comments may imply some unsavory things about Councilmember Thomas. Let me say for the record, both as a Ward 5 resident, and and ANC, that any implication that Harry Thomas was improperly influenced was not my own. I do not believe he was improperly influenced. Though I completely disagree with him on many of the New Town issues, I believe he is acting in what he believes to be the best interests of his constituents in Ward 5. I respect that completely.
I disagree with his method, but I will not question his motives on this issue. I will question the process and the wisdom of his choices, but not his motive. That is his own. Although he may have received donations from the developer, and the lobbyist, John Ray, the contribution amounts were small overall, and I can't honestly believe that a man in his position would be so easily swayed by such small amounts. It just doesn't make sense. Councilmember Thomas has done some great things for the District and Ward 5. I expect great things from him in the future.
I just want to make it clear that when I object to New Town, I'm objecting to portions of the legislation [which does have a co-sponsor, by the way], and not to the man. Let's please make sure we keep any comments above board. BTW- this was a spontaneous thing on my part [prompted by a friend's concerns, and not anything otherwise external].
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I have not seen any evidence to suggest that you have any bias against Harry Thomas. It should be abundantly clear that I have bias against him, as I reported that Sang Choi gave him $3000 in political contributions (other than the New Town legislation, I cannot figure out why a produce wholesaler would give that kind of money to a politician)
Perhaps because the produce wholesaler wished to support a politician that he believed in. Are you suggesting that a mere produce wholesaler should not have a voice in the political process? Or are you being classist, and implying that a produce wholesaler would not have "that kind of money" to give away?
Either way, it's put up or shut up time. If you have a smoking gun then reveal it. Otherwise stop insinuating that CM Thomas is on the take.
It's disrespectful, unethical, and just in poor taste.
-Robby
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