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Post by uylenspieghel on Oct 5, 2008 13:30:56 GMT
Had a look at your blog, and I like what I read so far, Jez! Unfortunately, we moved out of St Clement last year, so I wouldn't be able to vote for you anyway, but I will most certainly keep an eye out for you full manifesto.
I'm not too sure many candidates will make the ride easier for Gorst. If people really don't like Gorst (and from what I understand, they don't), they will be listening very intently to what the others have to say. It is up to you then to present yourself as very credible candidates with clear, transparent views; candidates who have a constructive approach to change. I am naive enough to think that the electorate are not numbties and will listen carefully. At least, I hope that'll be the case.
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Post by crappogre on Oct 5, 2008 16:38:33 GMT
I'm inclined to agree that there could be something to be said for an existing Deputy seeking a promotion to Senator, or a Senator at the end of their term seeking another, being barred from retrying as a Deputy if the island rejects them as a Senator. Maybe not for a deputy...... if they were already a deputy then it's up to their parish to decide what to do with someone the island rejected. But then, what if they only just missed out, coming 7th with a high vote? That's up to the parish in question to deal with, really.
A newcomer is welcome to have a go at becoming a deputy for the first time if we don't know enough about them to try them out for a full 6 years, but an existing Senator who can't get back in? They really shouldn't have the nerve to try the Deputy back door..... I could just about back a proposal to disallow that.
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Post by Jeremy Strickland on Oct 5, 2008 16:53:52 GMT
Uylenspieghel,
Thank you for your constructive comments!
For a bit of fun...
My Nederlands is poor these days. I moved to Holland as an 8 year old child and learnt 'Dutch' for 3 years. I almost recognise your username... It seems to say 'Owl Glass'? Am I close?
Either way it suggests a woman, with glasses, who is wise?
In fact I'd go so far as to suggest you are none other than... Lieve?
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Post by Jeremy Strickland on Oct 8, 2008 8:18:43 GMT
St Clement constable hustings last night.
Someone asked the question of the candidates: "If you do not succeed as connetable will you then try for the Deputies?"
Len Norman was emphatic that he would not; likewise Edgar Wallis. Gerard Baudains almost closed the door, but left it slightly ajar by saying he might consider it if people wanted him to.
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Post by gagged on Oct 8, 2008 10:49:04 GMT
Jez.
I didn't realize you were there last night, how do you think it went?
What saddens me the most is the very poor quality of questions that appear so politically naive. The elected Connetable is going to be representing the whole island when voting. We have had the child abuse scandal, the Harcourt scandal (that you exposed) possible seperation of powers with the Ballaiche empire the list goes on and on.
There are much wore important issues than should the speed limit on a particular road be 15 or 30 miles an hour! I always get the feeling when I am at any of our Parish assemblies or hustings that the people who attend are so blindly ignorant as to what is really going on in goverment.
That is not to say speed limits are not important, I suppose the point I'm trying to make is, if half the people at the hustings were to know what is really going on with our Bayleaf and COM they would be asking questions on those lines. It serves our elected "represenatives" well to keep the parishioners in the dark.
I have to add (as much as I think he is a nice chap) I think somebody will have to tell Edgar, when his wife suggested he stood for Connetable, she might have been taking the p!ss!!
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Post by Jeremy Strickland on Oct 8, 2008 21:33:22 GMT
I agree with you on Edgar Wallis. I feel for him being up there on the dais. It must be so nerve wracking. It'll be my turn, soon. More on that in my next post.
I feel Edgar does have his own opinions, but they obviously coincided with Len Norman's. Instead of presenting his views in his own words he started with "Just like Len, I feel..." It did him no favours, and became somewhat of an inverse mantra toward the end of the hustings.
Like you, I get the impression that Edgar means well, and has a competent grasp of Parish issues, but I think he lacks a comprehensive view on Island-wide issues. I admit it is easy to criticise from afar, and as stated it will be my time, soon.
You are right that most questions did not focus on crucial, Island-wide topics, but there again that's the nature of parochial politics.
It was not until the end of the allotted time that someone asked about the Jambart Lane proposal. It was clear that Gerard relished the question, and was prepared to answer it, but Len Norman managed to manipulate sentiment his way by questioning both Gerard's facts, and intent. It's unfortunate that Gerard did not contest the issue irrespective of the rule of no debate at the hustings. He could have made capital of it, but ceded ground to his opponent. Potentially fatal.
However I will still vote for Gerard Baudains. It is strange that I can not provide any reasons for my decision. It's more a feeling that he is a son of the Clemmentais soil. Irrespective of his faux pas on water diving, and local planning opposition, he does display an intent born out of a desire to maintain a nostalgic memory of the Parish combined with a conservative, and cautious approach to the future. I find much empathy with his policies especially his critique of unbridled expenditure, but feel his knowledge does reach a limit. In a comparative sense he sits well alongside Alan Breckon another I feel is worth consideration in the Senatorial.
Len Norman performed well at the hustings. He was confident, and responded with the occasional witticism that went down well. However it was a performance. I will not tell you what my wife thinks of Len, but I must say she is not far wrong in expressing some doubt over his conflict of selfless intent, and self-interest.
For me a telling moment was when Gerard stated that, as Connetable, he would arrange to be at the Parish Hall for surgery on every 'Friday'. Len thought he would take literal advantage of this suggestion by saying he would be available at the Parish Hall anytime that was mutually agreeable between him and the parishioner. It was at that moment that my suspicions of Len were confirmed - I felt that he has no intention of fulfilling that obligated statement. Again I may be wrong (my wife never is), but I do get a strong gut feeling about people, especially when they are trying their best to gain my trust.
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Post by Jeremy Strickland on Oct 12, 2008 19:19:00 GMT
Just a quick note to say my election front page is up with photo. Nothing to be read, but not long, now. www.jeremystrickland.com/ |
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Post by uylenspieghel on Oct 12, 2008 21:51:34 GMT
I almost recognise your username... It seems to say 'Owl Glass'? Am I close? Either way it suggests a woman, with glasses, who is wise? In fact I'd go so far as to suggest you are none other than... Lieve? Uyl > uil = owl, indeed spieghel > spiegel = mirror Tijl Uylenspieghel is a fictitious character, a friendly rogue, who became symbol of the rebel hero fighting the Spanish Inquisition in the 16th Century. Glasses, no ; wise, I would hope so.  And your suggestion is spot on ! Well done !  |
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Post by Jeremy Strickland on Oct 19, 2008 18:16:09 GMT
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Post by Bea on Oct 19, 2008 19:38:06 GMT
Not sure but might be others .
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Post by gagged on Oct 20, 2008 7:07:37 GMT
Jez. Had a quick look at your site and parish manifesto, will have a closer look later. It now appears Gerard Baudins is resigning from the States, so that will leave his seat open. Have you heard of anybody else standing for deputy? if so how many and have you heard any names? I have come to realise the voters in St Clement are predominantly conservative church goers and very few of the working class vote. Will you be targetting the conservative vote, or will you be trying to get the working class to vote? Do you think Gorst has enough support to keep his seat? |
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Post by Jeremy Strickland on Oct 20, 2008 9:03:58 GMT
re: Ian Gorst.
There will be 2 seats for Deputy in the parish.
I do not doubt that Ian will do well.
Apart from me I hear Ann Dupre will stand.
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Post by Bea on Oct 20, 2008 21:14:29 GMT
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Post by Jeremy Strickland on Oct 20, 2008 22:55:56 GMT
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Post by Jeremy Strickland on Oct 20, 2008 23:17:51 GMT
Bea, Mike Taylor was also involved in the 2005 poll. As one of the sitting Deputies he came third with just over 600 votes compared to the close contest between Gerard and Ian who both received votes in the 900's. I expect to do well otherwise I would have succumbed to the financial restrictions imposed on me by the States Employees Law - in effect I must take unpaid leave from the nominations until the poll (4th Nov - 26th Nov). This imposition has impacted on my finances especially leading into Christmas. If successful I will not be paid until the end of December as a States member. Furthermore it means I can not afford any promotion other than cheap leaflets that will be handed to each electorate's household. To that effect I can not wage a campaign to elicit more people to register to vote. I am told that Ann Dupre is 'known' in the Parish. I too have never heard of her, but I've only lived here for 8 years. She sounds like a retired person that engages with the bowls club, and such like. She announced her intent only last month, so I hope she is sharp of intellect as there are many political issues to acknowledge. I've been studying the issues of concern since last winter, and I'm only conversant with some! |
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Post by Jeremy Strickland on Oct 30, 2008 23:01:18 GMT
Gerard Baudains has now confirmed he will stand for Deputy.
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Post by Jeremy Strickland on Nov 6, 2008 15:52:37 GMT
My website is up and running, now. www.jeremystrickland.com/I've only got one small section to complete - election expenses. My manifesto is quite brief. If there is one piece of advice I have heard the most it is keep your manifesto brief, and to the point. I pick up the leaflets, tomorrow, and will start canvassing Saturday. No6 - In my opinion Ian Gorst will top the poll leaving the second seat open to us other four candidates. |
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Post by gagged on Nov 6, 2008 17:34:49 GMT
Gorst will top the poll? What makes you think that?
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Post by Jeremy Strickland on Nov 9, 2008 17:24:55 GMT
Day 1 on the 'Round'...
I delivered just over 200 of my manifesto leaflets, yesterday. The weather wasn't on my side, but at least I kept the leaflets dry. Thank goodness I went for a semi-glossy finish otherwise people would have been holding paper pulp in their hands.
The electoral roll is not produced in a walk order, so my wife, Jo, and I have spent some time making one. We've established a good system with the help of an up to date almanac and Google maps.
I'm starting in my local vingtaine - the Grand Vingtaine, and will work my way West to Samares via Rocquier.
I must admit I didn't knock on many doors to begin with. From the householder's perspective I must have looked like a half drowned rat more endearing to pity than a vote. As the clouds cleared I became more adventurous. The responses were varied - body language told me on one occasion that someone really hadn't liked being roused just for me to introduce myself and hand him a leaflet...but this was just one response; other people were quite chatty. The very last person I spoke with providing detailed information concerning a Home Affairs department, most of which I can not repeat here.
Another gent rang up to congratulate me on the layout, and on the information within the leaflet. This is good to hear as one piece of advice was to keep it to a double A4 otherwise people would not read it. I'm glad I ignored this advice and went with 4 x A4.
Someone else paid a social visit and remarked positively on the leaflet. She said she must pop down and get registered as she would be voting for me. I broke the news to her gently that registration closed on the 3rd November. (If I lose a seat by one vote I won't hold it against you.)
I will not be canvassing, today, as this day is not for me, but for millions who died to protect our freedom.
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Post by Jeremy Strickland on Nov 14, 2008 18:04:16 GMT
Anyone seen 'Honest Nev's' odds in the press, tonight?
Ian Gorst 4/5
Gerard Baudains evens
Anne Dupre 3/1
Philip Maguire 10/1
Jeremy Strickland 10/1
What do you think?
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