I read in the online news this morning that Craig James was concerned for his safety due to the recent events in the USA. While reading the article I questioned his timing and the repetition of what he perceives to be the Anti HST forces threatening him.
I wondered if they had done a trace on any of the emails at the time to determine their source. The technology is out there. Why don't they use it?
The following press release was delivered to my in box and after reading it I could not agree more with Mr. Hayes and his crew.
Press Release
| Contact: Mike Hayes, Recall Proponent 250-507-2204 Colin Nielsen Petition Coordinator 250-812-6593 | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wednesday, January 12, 2011 |
Recall Committee Decries Threats But Questions Timing
Oak Bay-Gordon Head Recall Proponent, Mike Hayes, issued a statement, today, in reaction to published reports by Acting Chief Electoral Officer, Craig James, that he has received threatening and abusive email.” Hayes said that the Recall Ida Chong Committee condemns, in the strongest possible terms, the actions of anyone using threats of violence and intimidation in our open and democratic society.
“There is no place in a civilized and civil society for that kind of behavior,” said Hayes. “It is difficult to find words that express my contempt for such abusive rhetoric.”
However, Hayes said that he questions the timing of the Press Release from the Acting Chief Electoral Officer. “Why has he waited until the closing weeks of the Recall Petition Period to make a public statement about abusive emails and threats he received in November?” Hayes asked. “It would appear that he is trying to discredit the Fight-HST Campaign and the Recall, currently underway in Oak Bay-Gordon Head.”
Hayes pointed out that the Chief Electoral Officer is supposed to be an independent office of the Legislature. “James does his Office, and the wonderful staff at Elections BC, no favours when he appears to be meddling in the democratic processes he is responsible for overseeing,” said Hayes. “It is, quite simple, wrong.”
Hayes said that the controversy over James actions around the 200 word limit issue, as well as the timing of his announcing RCMP investigations into seven people who signed the HST Petition, just before the launch or the Recall campaign, all show a lack of understanding of his role, at best, and outright interference, at worst.
“How can the people working on Recall, and all those citizens who have signed the Petition, have confidence that this “independent” office will fairly oversee this vitally important democratic process?” Hayes asked. “I would challenge Mr. James to disclose all the emails he has received and to show how many he has received since the Recall Petition was approved and the Campaign has been underway. If the bulk of the abusive communication was a reaction to his changing the word-count rules in November, then I think it would fair to question why he has chosen to make his disclosure at this late date.”
I have no doubt that the people at elections BC are very honest and hard working folks. But what I perceive as a attempt to sidetrack the recall campaign by of all people Mr. James doesn't bode well for the peoples belief that EBC is non-partisan today.
And why is Mr. James still the TEMPORARY CEO of EBC? This temporary position has lasted longer than any other in the history of EBC. Why is that?Gary E
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This is just another underhanded ploy of Campbell's. He is desperate. All of the information surfacing regarding, Campbell's corrupt sale of the BCR, has really unhinged him. The BCR wasn't for sale election lie,has caught up with him. The election lie, the HST wasn't on Campbell and Hansen's radar, has been proved otherwise. The HST papers were on Hansen's desk before the election, which he finally admitted to. We know, Campbell only installed James, into the Elections BC position because, James will do all of the dirty work for him. We should have some sympathy for James. Campbell will not hesitate to cut James' throat, to save himself. This we have seen, more than once.
I think of the bloggers, who have had numerous death threats. Death threats to their wives and children. A blogger physically attacked, with children along side. Bloggers, office broken into and trashed. Canvassers being stalked, by people in dark clothing. Stationary canvassers, being harassed, by people with "observers" badges pinned on them. Where is the media and RCMP, why, they hear nothing, see nothing and do nothing. The RCMP are Campbell butt kissers. They are under threat, to get a new contract with the province of BC. People of BC, don't even want, the RCMP as an icon for Canada. We have asked to have the provincial police, they don't seem as corrupt as the RCMP. The media, are a total disgrace, and beneath contempt. There are millions of dollars, for government ads. And, the media, will prostitute themselves for the money, and they have.
I have no sympathy for James. His conduct has been partisan and unprofessional since day one. I wrote one of those letters. I will go publish it now and send you a link.
http://sistersagesmusings.ca/2011/01/14/letters-words-and-power/
Thanks Gary E. Hope you enjoy.
Anon 10:59AM I was wondering why Campbell would hang on to the Premiership and not have them elect a interim leader. It could be several things. His ego got in the way, he can't stand losing control before he totally bankrupts the province. OR he may just want to have his finger on the pulse of Elections BC for as long as he can. Your choice.
Anon 12:17 PM Just like in spousal abuse how about the lies and attempting to completely control the masses by abusing the system?
Thanks Kim, I suggest everyone have a look at Kims post. Just copy and paste the link to your browser.
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