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Council candidate vows to stand by his word

On the national level, the dysfunctional two-party system has chosen the path of least resistance, avoiding a default in a lose-lose compromise that history tells us probably will lead us to a hyperinflationary depression. I have never felt better in my life about having left the Republicans and Democrats years ago.
 
Back on the home front, the debt situation in Luzerne County is in no better shape; in fact, worse, due to the lack of a printing press to inflate away our debt and postpone the inevitable. When in a hole, to get out, one must first stop digging.
 
As your Luzerne County Council member, I will never approve of any further borrowing.

I am a taxpayer advocate. I will never approve of any tax increase or new fees to bring in more revenue during my term.
 
In future writings, I will outline ways to save money to avoid tax hikes and begin to pay down debt. Attrition will be the preferred means of reducing overstaffing. Some layoffs might be necessary. I have zero tolerance for nepotism and cronyism.
 
I advocate a nationwide search for the most qualified candidate for manager, with a proven track record of leadership, management, finance and accounting skills. There is almost no situation in which I would approve of local talent for this job, due to the likelihood of political ties to the courthouse. I am fully aware of the potential drawbacks regarding releasing names of candidates for manager to the public. Transparency trumps the drawdown to the pool of candidates. Like a spouse that has been abused, the residents of this county are “damaged goods” and it might take a long time, if ever, to regain their trust in county government. I will stand by my word.
 
If the same old voters vote for the same old parties, we can expect some of the same old results – regardless of the form of government. I implore every eligible resident of Luzerne County to vote this Nov. 8.
 
Tim Mullen

Candidate, Luzerne County Council
 
Kingston Township

http://www.timesleader.com/opinion/letters/MAIL_BAG__ensp_LETTERS_FROM_READERS_08-15-2011.html