Torontovibe
Senior Member
Then why is it so hard to get an good answer (other than he learned from that)? You guys are voting for Smitherman, no? You must have a reason, right? If Smitherman's record is as good as you guys claim it is, then what's the harm of repeating it? Wouldn't more people convert to Smitherman when they heard what a good job he did?
And why is it when somebody is calling Ford a supervillan over and over again, you got no problem?
I haven't seen too many people calling Ford a "supervillian". I see them calling him fat, which is the least of what bothers me about Ford. With all the legitimate concerns about Ford, nobody has to stoop to that level but it's an easy laugh, so they do. It's pointless but people do have legitimate complaints against Ford. Beyond what he has done or not done, my main concern is the man's character.
For me personally, I am voting for Smitherman because I believe he will be in the best position to defeat Ford. I have not seen enough information to make an informed decision about E Health or any of the other major issues his detractors mention.(Do we really know what happened and why?) We all know how little truth there is when dealing with politics and all the spin that goes on. We are constantly lied to (about everything) and manipulated with misleading facts and figures. (Ford does this consistently and intentionally) Smitherman's drug use is in the past, so it is of little interest to me, as long as he doesn't lie about it and it doesn't effect his work. I see no signs of that, it's not an issue. (so why keep harping on it?) If he was walking around obviously high or drunk, then I could see an issue.
Let's face it, in this election, we don't have many good choices. I wish I had better options but of the candidates we have, I think Smitherman is the best choice. (though Tory might have made a better mayor) I think he's fairly competent and clearly superior to Ford. Have you not watched the debates? Ford NEVER answers a direct question, with a direct answer. (unless it's about that "gravy train")
Why am I anti-Ford? Well, first of all, I think I'm pretty good at reading people. I don't get a sense of any integrity from Ford. I see a series of personality traits that I have seen in many other people. It's always a sign of a certain kind of mind set. The bottom line is, I don't think Ford has the qualities, I want in a mayor. Much of my opinion is based on watching Ford over the last few years. I see him as very calculating, manipulative and self serving. Let's face it, the guy has been caught in lies, more than a few times. I don't think he cares much about this city or the people in it. He has his own, self-serving agenda, that he intends to carry out.
I don't think he'll think twice about doing things he knows are harmful to the city. (removing streetcars) The way he voted in council, was not intended to be helpful in any way. It was purely to make a political statement, be disruptive and for his own political gain. He obviously was planning to run for mayor years ago and voted to appeal to a segment of the population. (which he probably took a survey before deciding) He portrays himself as Mr. average guy, yet the man is a multi-millionaire and he's using that wealth as a tool. He doesn't use his expense account because he doesn't have to but he'll sure as hell make sure everyone knows about it. This man wouldn't even consider giving to charity, anonymously. (come on, you know it! lol) He's an elite, pretending to be something he is not.
I don't want to go on and on with all the issues I have with Ford, I'll just say, I don't think he has the qualities I look for in people, never mind politicians. It's as simple as that. I think he would be the worst mayor Toronto has ever had. (YES, worse than Lastman) That's why I would hate to see Ford lead this city. I just want what's best for Toronto.
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