Comments for Mark Welch's Perspective

Comment on Don’t Vote for Tara Flanagan for Judge (Illegal Campaign Signs) by Jean Oakley

Jean Oakley — Thu, 17 May 2012 18:23:52 +0000

Thanks for calling out Flanagan!

Comment on Don’t Vote for Tara Flanagan for Judge (Illegal Campaign Signs) by Mark Welch

Mark Welch — Tue, 15 May 2012 19:41:03 +0000

Today I noticed two illegal campaign signs posted by Pete Stark and Chris Pareja on public (state-owned) property at the end of our street (Mission Blvd @ Valle Vista Ave). I’ve cut down both signs.

From that location, I can also see signs for both Tara Flanagan and Eric Swalwell, on private land (hopefully with the owners’ permission).

Comment on It’s Time for Pete Stark to Retire; But Is There an Alternative? by Mark Welch

Mark Welch — Fri, 11 May 2012 15:15:18 +0000

I noticed today that Mr. Swalwell’s page for “Other Issues” now identifies his positions on several more issues, including the Affordable Care Act, gay marriage, the Violence Against Women Act, and more.

I am troubled by his mischaracterization of the Supreme Court decision in the Citizens United case, and his flippant dismissal of First Amendment free-speech rights in that case. Both Mr. Swalwell and I were disappointed with the outcome in that case, but perhaps for slightly different reasons.

Comment on Affiliate Program Management: An Hour a Day (Geno Prussakov) by Mark Welch

Mark Welch — Wed, 09 May 2012 12:25:21 +0000

Disclaimer: The publisher sent me a free review copy of this book, and the links to Amazon.com are affiliate links (paid advertising).

Comment on The Adventure Game Toolkit (AGT) by Mark Welch

Mark Welch — Tue, 08 May 2012 22:39:51 +0000

I’m sorry, but I don’t even know where to look for those files any more. My vague recollection is that sound was added in the Master’s edition, but I really don’t recall much.

Comment on The Adventure Game Toolkit (AGT) by Melody Grandy Keller

Melody Grandy Keller — Tue, 08 May 2012 19:15:22 +0000

When you have the time, could you possibly email me a computer file of the hardcopy version of the AGT instructions? The regular AGT program, not the Master’s or Big one. (I bought the hardcopy, but don’t have it now.) The instructions posted on the Net don’t include how to put sound into the game. I’d like to make some minor corrections on my ‘Zim Greenleaf’s Laboratory.’ Thank you very much!

Comment on Illegally-Posted Campaign Signs by Mark Welch

Mark Welch — Sun, 06 May 2012 17:18:43 +0000

And here we are in a new election cycle, and more signs are appearing illegally on public property, including signs for a candidate for JUDGE: http://www.markwelchblog.com/2012/05/06/dont-vote-for-tara-flanagan-for-judge-illegal-campaign-signs/

Comment on Illegally-Posted Campaign Signs by Milan Jara

Milan Jara — Sun, 06 May 2012 16:35:10 +0000

Reminds me of my days and posting yard signs to get some carpentry work.. I have received numerous phone calls from the police and also got fined $500…But I am just a little guy

Comment on It’s Time for Pete Stark to Retire; But Is There an Alternative? by Mark Welch

Mark Welch — Sun, 06 May 2012 16:00:10 +0000

Rick, I’ve been to the Swalwell campaign site, but unfortunately his “issues” page doesn’t include many issues (just four broad categories: “Economy,” “Education,” “Mobile Congress,” and “National Defense & Vets”), and those pages contain mostly vague rhetoric. His “Other Issues” page is “Coming Soon.”

As I mentioned, “health care” isn’t mentioned at all on Swalwell’s web site, nor can I find any reference to Wall Street or regulation of the financial industry. All I see is vague rhetoric.

I don’t want to just talk privately with Mr. Swalwell or his campaign staff; I’m not interested in hearing people say what they think I want to hear. I want to know what Mr. Swalwell puts “on the record” as his position on important issues.

If I like what I learn about Mr. Swalwell, I might actually volunteer to participate in phone banks and walk precincts to replace an incumbent (as I did in the Tauscher campaign in 1994).

Comment on It’s Time for Pete Stark to Retire; But Is There an Alternative? by Rick Klau

Rick Klau — Sun, 06 May 2012 00:13:51 +0000

Hey Mark – I’m also a dem living in the district (San Ramon). After looking at Stark’s record and being entirely unimpressed, I reached out to the Swalwell campaign to learn more about Eric. I’ve gotten to know Eric over the last couple months and am impressed with his commitment to the district, and they’ve been good about adding more to the issues page here: http://www.swalwellforcongress.com/issues

That said, happy to put you in touch with the campaign if there’s more you’re interested in learning. Of the 3 candidates, I believe Eric is by far the best option for the district in November.