Beth Gottstein is the worst kind of cocktail candidate that could ever get her clutches on a council seat in Kansas City.
I'll link and quote this recent post by Dan only because it points out how deceptively cunning Gottstien can be and she's obviously lured Dan into her web of lies and garnered his support for her evil cabal . . . Give her enough time and anybody who supports her might also back a U.S. invasion of Iran launched from City Hall and maybe taking back the Gaza Strip or possibly the fact that diamond mines where workers are basically indentured servants really aren't that bad. Additionally, you should never trust anyone who has Raven black hair but isn't a fan of The Cure. On the Internets, we call this blogger brainwash:
I support Beth Gottstein because she is a bleeding heart, in the proudest tradition of the word. She is the sort of person who notices when there are no minorities in the room, and she knows the entire city. Too many politicoes know the Ward Parkway corridor, because that is where the votes come out, but Beth knows the Northland issues, the Eastside issues, and on and on. She is a smart, committed, involved do-gooder, and, while we all like to be cynical and call people names, Beth is not like that. She won my admiration forever by backing a candidate I sharply opposed in a recent election. When I would take potshots at the guy, she would write me sincere, factual emails addressing my charges in a calm, friendly fashion. Our exchanges convinced me that her sincerity and integrity distinguish her from almost any politician I've met.Thing is, I'll let you make up your own mind on this one as the campaign goes on . . . In one appearance after the next Gottstein disappoints when there is not a drink in her hand. In addition to this, her community involvement comes down to less than seven years in this town and a slew of glamor gigs which require short skirts and a smile in order to achieve success. Put simply, this broad is perfectly fine for a good time but not someone you'd want to make a commitment to . . . Interpret that any way you'd like . . . But don't expect Gottstein to address any of your concerns that you can't fit on a cocktail napkin.
So who do you like for 4th at large?
ReplyDeleteDoes she really look like Parker Posey?
ReplyDeleteSeven years of community involvement, plus who knows how many years of living here. Sounds pretty good to me, but I don't really think someone needs to be an old fogey with decades of backroom TIF deals to be a good council person. To each his own, I suppose.
ReplyDeleteAs for the drinking comments, I would hesitate to vote for a teetotaler.
And when did we start calling cocktail parties "community involvement"?
ReplyDeleteGottstien is cut from the same cloth as most people already on the city council.
Nothing new to see here folks.
Methinks Dan wants a date??????
ReplyDeleteAnonymous - that's the funny thing. I'm not on her campaign committee or anything - she's just someone I've met maybe 3 times, and thought could do a good job. Still do - nothing of substance has been laid out here. I've had personal experience of the way she handled herself in a hotly contested race that, for me, outweighs the puritans who are offended by a woman attending a cocktail party.
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ReplyDeleteYou're getting caught up in the whole cocktail thing. I think what Tony is trying to say is she's another bored rich socialite. More money than sense.
Just because she puts together a decent argument as to why she supported another bored rich person (Jason Klumb) you get all misty eyed. Don't be fooled.
She's systematically worked her way through powerful political groups to get what she wants. WPC. CCP. She runs with the rich and powerful, which ain't you unless she needs something, like your vote.
You're telling me the same person that rubs elbows with the wealthy developers for all these social causes is going to turn her back on them once elected and look out for the regular people?
Cmon Dan. Think it through.
Beth has been in KC alot longer that seven years. I know because she has been a community leader on the Committee for County Progress and the Women's Political Caucus for longer than seven years. Insults about short skirts and drinks are nice games for high school, but is that what we really think makes a good democratic process? Surely we can have an educated debate about the issues effecting our city.
ReplyDeleteGlamour gigs? Beth organized the largest political gathering this last year for the Torch Dinner, a far cry from a cocktail party. Tony, I'm confident that you are a good person, but let's keep the jokes separate from political opinion. Here's my challenge for you - use your wit and obvious intellect to research issues effecting our city, put your thoughts out there (keep them funny) and let's see how your vision of KC stacks up to Beth's or other candidates. Contribute to this campaign, not degrad those who have thrown thier hat into the ring.
By the way, Dan is happily married and runs a great blog that mixes humor with intellectual discussions on real political issues.
to anon. BG fan:
ReplyDeleteTKC's lack of maturity with the issue is wholly appropriate considering the topic.
If you want to see some "high school games" you should check out the hair pulling cat fight going on over at KCBuzzBlog over the changes at the GKCWPC:
http://kcbuzzblog.typepad.com/kcbuzzblog/2006/12/head_of_womens_.html
It reminds this girl of why she quit her sorority.
CCP - Collection of Corrupt Politicians
ReplyDeleteWPC - Wealthy Politician's Coven
more like Witches Political Coven
ReplyDeleteJust to be perfectly clear - Tony's lack fo maturity is one of the reasons I love this site. Even when I disagree with his positions, I enjoy the 'tude.
ReplyDelete"Beth organized the largest political gathering this last year for the Torch Dinner, a far cry from a cocktail party."
ReplyDeleteI'll agree with you there. It's no cocktail party. It's political extortion forcing anyone who wants to play ball with the Jackson County Dems to come and make nice (and pay a handsome price for it). Then they give each other awards and try to convince themselves that they're relevant.
Please WPC. Get over yourselves.
If Beth has been in KC for over seven years, why does she have Iowa license plates?
ReplyDeleteMethinks Tony already knows who the best candidate is, and who will win. But I give him credit for being a weak-kneed, spineless momma's boy and doing what he is told. On April 3rd, when his mommy is done wiping his butt, Tony can post his apologies to Beth.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry, I've never apologized for anything in my life.
ReplyDeleteTo answer and comment on some of the previous statements: Beth is originally from Iowa where her family still lives. Her car having Iowa plates? Maybe its her mom's car? And while her family has been there since the mid 1800's, they (and her) are far from being "rich" or some stereotypical socialites. Beth is hard working, down to earth and HONESTLY cares about making a positive difference. And while politics always force people to make hard decisions, hers are probably always made with the BEST intentions.
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