Monday, July 29, 2013

SO LET'S HAVE THAT CONVERSATION.....

When it comes to race - one cannot dismiss the most disquieting and pressing reality facing the black community: Black on black crime.

Now, we know this issue is taboo among many - but the facts are just to blantant and chilling to ignore.

Here are the real facts most won't discuss: According to national law enforcement statistics, over 95% of all blacks murdered in the United States are murdered by other blacks. Most of these murders take place in inner cities such as Detroit and Chicago by young black thugs who enjoy preying on children, the elderly and other highly vulnerable individuals.

We firmly believe that racial politics is the last refuge of cowards. It is the very place where spineless bastards and shameless vermin retreat to when the debate is lost.

As they say: you can't argue with the facts and these are the facts.

Friday, July 26, 2013

A SPECIAL SONG JUST FOR JEFF GAHAN.....

This is sung to Taylor Swift's song, "We are never, ever getting back together"

I remember when you first become the Mayor
saying: "I will put an end to Doug England."
 Closing off the riverfront and all culture,
Hoping we won't mind. What?!

And then you come around again and say,
"City, I need you so I can pay my maid!
Please....I'll use the extra money for my cruise."
We say, "No way, Jose!"

Shame on youuu!
You destroyed the Parks Department.
If, you think that we'll elect you again,
You...are crazy, crazy, crazy.
In a bad way.

Youuu are 
destroying our city.

Please, Jeff Gahan, stop this nonsense,
Make our city home.
'Cause youuuu
Aren't welcome on our ballots....
Next election! (or ever).

HC Concern Taxpayer

Freedom Of Speech would like to thank this creative artist for taking the time to write this song and sharing it with us and our readers.

Keep those emails coming....

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

A QUESTION FOR MR. GAHAN.....

Mr. Gahan, why have you ordered Horseshoe Casino signs to be taken down?


* YMCA
* Brandon's House
* Greenway 
* Rauch Inc.
* Cancer Care Center

* Business Loans
* New Albany Police Fire Department
* NAFC School System
* NAFC Parks Department
* Howard Steamboat Museum Inc.
* Floyd County VFW
* Floyd County Community Corrections
* Friends of the Culbertson Mansion Inc.
* Animal Shelter
* IUS
* St. Marks
* Community Park 
* Floyd County Head Start 
* Division Street School
* Scholarships
* Carnegie Center 
* St. John's Lodge

The above list is just a few of the hundreds of grants handed out in Southern Indiana.

Also, "Mr.BULLY," Roger A. Baylor received a $50,000 HFFC Small Business Loan too. 

We at Freedom of Speech are confused. Why is Mr. Gahan doing this?  Is it the bylaws that state: that a democrat and a republican must be allowed to sit on the Horseshoe Foundation Board? 

Or, is it because the Horseshoe Foundation refused to give him $$$$ for "HIS" Water Park and Sports Complex? 

Freedom Of Speech would like to say:

The consequences of what could happen as the casino has the freedom to purchase huge billboards to replace any inconsequential signs Gahan might remove. And they can work with local businesses in the city to have space on their properties to erect signs there.

Our final thoughts:

How petty, juvenile and ungracious you have become, Mr. Gahan.  It is not a forward thinking plan as it would be a smack in the casino's face. and burning bridges that should NOT be burned. This is cutting off your nose to spite your face and if we were you, I'd think twice about doing something so incredibly shallow and stupid.

Considering the history of this current administration, such behavior is really only icing on the cake of a series of ridiculously destructive typical short sighted maneuvers....

Shame on you  Mr. Gahan!

The gifts of the Horseshoe Foundation will continue to shape our community.

 

Monday, July 22, 2013

GAHAN SCREWS UP AGAIN.....

It was recently reported: but NOT very publicly, that Rural/Metro Ambulance service missed the interest payment that was due last Monday on a 2013 bond issue.

This follows an industry report from Moody's Investor's Service on May 30 when they downgraded Rural/Metro's credit rating to junk status.

Moody's also increased their probability of default.

Gahan SCREWS up again.....

Sunday, July 21, 2013

THE GREAT DIVIDER....

Barrack H. Obama while giving his race-baiting speech on Friday said: "He was profiled 35 years ago at stores, because4 he was black."

How does he know it wasn't his white half that was being profiled?

Just a reminder: Al Sharpton & Jesse Jackson: Two poverty PIMPS who got RICH from perpetuating RACISM.


Friday, July 12, 2013

20 MILLION $$$$$$ QUESTION?

How long will it take Mayor Gahan to ask Kay Garry to return as Controller for the City of New Albany?

Answer: Secret meeting between Jeff and Kay Garry next Tuesday July 16, 2013,  in the Mayors office....

How about a NEW qualified CPA?

Monday, July 08, 2013

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY...

We are deeply sadden to hear about the death of our friend Randy Hubbard. 

He was a good man and a GREAT husband, father and grandfather. 

We often sat in Randy's office discussing politics, the democrat and the republican party, and what should and could be done to help US taxpayers. In our eyes Randy was a problem solver. He often told us: Floyd County had given him so much he just want to give back to the people.

Former Sheriff Hubbard sure loved his family, he took pride in his grand kids and cared deeply about the city and county residence.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Hubbard family. Floyd County has lost a great public servant....

Freedom Of Speech Staff






Sunday, June 16, 2013

IT'S YOUR DAY DAD...

Our dad's are amazing men. They are humble, loving when you do not feel you deserve it, willing to take on any challenge that our family's bring, loved by many and taught us each unconditional love.

They're all amazing dad's in our book!

"Any man can father a child, but it takes a real man to be a dad!"

Happy Father's Day,
Freedom Of Speech Staff

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

LOOK AT WHAT ARROGANCE GOT YOU....

It was NOT that long ago that character and accountability was NOT the exception but rather the RULE among local leaders. It was understood that our former mayor was to lead the charge of a team effort, and there is NO, and never has been an "I" in local government.

Former New Albany mayor responds after audit show laws broken!

There is NO way for former Mayor Douglas B. England to pull a Robin Hood scenario out of this one:

England wrote an executive order to continue providing health insurance for three months after firefighter Nicholas W. Shavers was terminated by the city in 2011.

Former Mayor Douglas B. England "DID NOT" have the authority to authorize the continuation and payment of $5,200.40 of Nicholas W. Shavers insurance benefits and he knew it.

So how about our readers reading what our local "Tribune Newspaper" refuses to print:

Douglas B. England former Mayor:

Douglas B. England
Michelle England

$1,320.00  (Total Health Benefits Paid for Jan. & Feb. of 2012)

Patricia Linck, former Public Safety Clerk

Patricia Linck
William Linck
$1,320.00  (Total Health Benefits Paid for Jan. & Feb. of 2012)

Kathlyn M. Garry, former Controller/Treasurer: Sewer Board


Kathlyn M. Garry
$660.00 (Total Health Benefits Paid for Jan. & Feb. of 2012)

Guess who came back to work for the City after the 1st Executive Order was rescinded? 

The State Board of Accounts is requesting reimbursement 'jointly and severally' from former Mayor Douglas B. England and from each former employee who received these benefits of: $3,300.00.

Net cost of Insurance Benefits Paid by City for Nicholas W. Shavers was: $5,200.40. 

Former Mayor, Douglas B. England, DID NOT have the authority to authorize the continuation  and payment of insurance benefits for three months following termination. Payments made by the City for these benefits are considered personal expenses. Both former Mayor England and Nicholas W. Shavers, former Firefighter, to be "jointly and severally responsible for cost incurred" by the City and request reimbursement in the amount of: $5,200.40.

Can you believe former Mayor England states and we quote: "I have not done anything immoral." then how about criminal, Mr. England?

Look at what arrogance got you.

 "You, Mr. England, ARE NOT above the State Laws of Indiana." 

So pay back our money.

Source: State Board of Accounts,  and News And Tribune

Monday, May 27, 2013

OUR THOUGHTS THIS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND:

" On this solemn weekend we remember the fallen, and we reflect on all they have given us. Their selfish acts of sacrifice have given freedom another day to live. It is our duty to preserve and promote freedom and liberty, to bring light to the darkest corners of the world, where others hunger for the rights we now hold!"

Hillary Rodham Clinton

It is Memorial Day weekend, that lazy three day weekend that hearlds the approach of summer.

But before you light that grill or pop open a cold one, let's consider...

Freedom of religion is not because of any church. Freedom of the press is not the work of any reporter. Trial by jury of your peers was not won by some attorney. The right to speak your mind and assemble is not to the speech of any politician.

The freedom we enjoy were hard fought and paid for by those willing to say, not on my watch.

As we write this, young men and women stand in harms way just as millions of others did before them.

We don't know about you, but we are not planing on spending our Memorial Day weekend dodging "oncoming rockets" or looking for IED's. We don't sleep on a dirt mattress or use a helmet for a pillow.

To all our men and women who serve, thank you!

We hope each of you have a safe and enjoyable weekend.

God Bless America and all that fought for her.


Freedom Of Speech Staff

Friday, May 24, 2013

POLITICAL ASSASSINATION....

After reading today's News & Tribune. We decided to put our two cents worth in on the issue: New Albany councilwoman subject of conflict-of-interest review.

After reading the comment by Councilman Dan Coffey: "First off, I hope it's NOT true, what they did put the city in a lot of jeopardy as far as future grants."

What a crock of BS....Dan.

We are NOT big fans of Mrs. Benedetti and don't always agree with her.

But, before Mr. David Duggins or Councilman Dan Coffey attacks someone the News & Tribune needs to print all the facts NOT part of the facts.

This is nothing but "Character Assassination!"

If you have ever attended a council meeting it resembles bad open mic nights. Mr. Coffey is always the expert on every issue. And we all know who's pocked he's in. Councilman Coffey you are just a first class suck up aren't you. You have your head so far up Mayor Gahan behind it's hard to tell where he begins and you end. 

Real class like your opinion is meaningful.

Grow up, stop kissing the mayors ass and get a real job!

We have yet to see any documentation with you as sole councilman or title of Deputy Mayor of the City of New Albany.

A final message to Councilman Coffey and Mr. David Duggins: Contact us when you're truly ready to discuss real "Conflict of Interest issues."

Thursday, May 23, 2013

HIRED, FIRED AND REHIRED....

Congratulations to Mayor Gahan for rehiring Dennis Smith as our NEW City Code Enforcement Officer. First you fire him, he threatens to sue and then you rehire him.

Sad but true.

Public outcry should be loud and clear. 

The thought of having Smith head Code Enforcement sends "chills" down our spines.

Ok Jeffrey, just pretend it never happen....

Maybe you need to inquire what all happen when he tend bar at the Redmans Club on Main Street.

RIP Mr. Teives,  you did one hell of a job for us taxpayers!

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

A SAD DAY IN OKLAHOMA....

To our friends and citizens of Moore, Oklahoma: 

Please know we are think of you at this very sorrowful time. Our prayers are with you and your family. May God comfort you in your losses and bless all those that are dear to you!

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

YOUR INVITED:

 The Legacy of the Bayh Family

When: Friday, May 17, 2013

Tine: 2:00 P.M. Dedication

Where: Auditorium

Reception to follow in Auditorium

Indiana State University is forever a part of the Bayh family commitment to Education and Public Service.

Sunday, May 12, 2013

MOTHER'S DAY...

Our mothers have instilled in us a strong value of virtues of:
* patience
* compassion
* worth
* common sense, being practical and
* the virtue of prayer


Moms, thank you for taking the time to teach us and instill values, even when we thought we was right and you were wrong! You all are our inspiration to do right and to lift up and help others.


Thank you for walking this life with us and having faith in us to excel above what we only believed possible.

And for our male readers, don't forget to call your mom. It wouldn't be Mother's Day for them without at least hearing your voice.

Happy Mother's Day to all Freedom Of Speech readers and thank you for choosing to make us part of your day.


Happy Mother's Day
Freedom Of Speech Staff

Wednesday, May 01, 2013

BENEDETTI VERSE COFFEY.....

Wrong decision: "Coffey favored footing a paving campaign with a $5 million bond."

Smells like a "kick back" to Diaper Dan to us....

Right decision:  "Benedetti told Coffey another legislator can't control what information she receives. "I can ask for the information I want!"

And...

"The whole point of the conversation was, if I ask for something as a legislator, I should be able to get that information."

Great point Mrs. Benedetti.

Question to our readers: Who works for Mayor Gahan? 

Answer: Dan Coffey and  Street Department Commissioner Mickey Thompson.

Freedom Of Speech would like to say: Bravo Mrs. Benedetti! 

How about next time asking Diaper Dan who made him Deputy Mayor? 

Footnote: Source: The Gahan - News & Tribune

Monday, April 29, 2013

80 BILLION DOLLAR RELIEF FUND....

Six months after Super-storm Sandy devastated the Jersey shore and New York City and pounded coastal areas of New England.  There are thousands of homeless residents.

Here we are six months after Sandy hit and despite Obama's pledge "to cut through the red tape" there are thousands of families in New York and New Jersey waiting to hear from FEMA.

Our question is this: what does FEMA have to do with your flood or home insurance?

You know what we love, when you buy insurance they tell you that your completely covered then you find out they lied!

Sound familiar?

And remember folks, the Senate passed the 80 Billion dollar relief for these folks. 

Where's the $$$$?

This should NOT be happening in the United States of America....


Saturday, April 20, 2013

ARE YOU READY FOR THUNDER?

What a sad week for our country.

Now it's time to enjoy "Thunder." See you all at the Buckhead Mountain Grill this afternoon, for our annual Thunder Party.

Have a GREAT weekend!

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

A SAD DAY IN AMERICA....

Our thoughts and prayers are with the families affected by the explosions in Boston on Monday. What happened was a true disaster and tragedy. We will continue to pray for healing, recovery, and wisdom in the next few days and weeks - and we ask you to join us.

To the many first responders who ran toward danger without a thought for their own safety, to bystanders and neighbors who dropped everything to help, tearing off clothing to make tourniquets, and to the exhausted marathoners who just kept running straight to the hospital to donate blood in the immediate aftermath of the Boston bombings, you remind us how we are PROUD to be an American.

Sunday, April 07, 2013

SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT...

Did anyone notice (one term-er) Mayor Gahan was missing from the State House photo?

Since the Tribune won't print the whole story. We will do it for them...

Ed Clere offered a resolution on the floor of the Indiana House of Representatives "House  Concurrent Resolution 40." This Resolution honored New Albany's Bicentennial celebrations, and made special note of our city's deep and rich history. Several people from New Albany were in attendance, including people from the Bicentennial Committee.

A little birdie (snitch) on the third floor heard our illustrious mayor SCREAM at someone (We don't think it was Ed Clere) that if he (Mayor Gahan) didn't get a copy of that Resolution sent to him immediately, he would NOT GO to the reading on the House floor. He yelled and yelled we were told.

Apparently, to cover his ass with the Bicentennial Committee and several Citizens of New Albany Mayor Gahan has said and we quote: "that he was only told about the Resolution just before it was to be given", but the little birdie knows that is an outright "LIE" because of Jeff's yelling into the phone just a couple of weeks ago.

Is this what we're paying $85,000+ salary a year for, Mr. & Mrs. taxpayers? 

This is one phony LIAR we have running OUR City.

(Sorry about that, we just couldn't hold back the truth on one - term-er Gahan.)

Representative Clere hosted our New Albany contingent very nicely at the Stateho8use and it was reported they all had a wonderful visit there. Also, the people in the House of Representatives seemed to enjoy the group as well as the information they gave when the Resolution was presented.

The group went over to the Senate Chamber so Senator Grooms could also present the Resolution and acknowledge them.

Everyone who went had a great day! 

At neither Resolution reading was Gahan present. He apparently DID boycott the Resolution because he meant what he SCREAMED into the phone. He "would not show up unless" he "could approve the wording of the Resolution."

First of all, Freedom of Speech would like to Thank State Rep. Clere for being a professional and doing his job unlike Mayor Gahan. 

Mayor Gahan you need to put your big boy pants on and admit you lied. 

It's our job: To Expose and Set the Record Straight!