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My official endorsements

October 28, 2008 @ 5:20 pm (Updated: 12:46 pm - 4/6/11 )

Dori writes...

 

Several listeners have asked me to post my endorsements for next Tuesday's election. Since we all know the world would be a much better place if everyone thought like me, here is the official Monson ballot.

 

I-985 - Reduce traffic congestion

Yes

This is a no-brainer. It opens up the HOV lanes to all vehicles during non-peak hours, and mandates that money collected from red-light cameras would have to go toward reducing traffic congestion - things like synchronizing traffic lights.

 

It also would redirect the money that is now spent on public art in transportation projects to congestion relief - this part of the initiative was inspired by our show.

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I-1000 - Assisted suicide

No

This one is very difficult for me. I watched both of my parents die after long, agonizing battles with horrible diseases - cancer and alzheimer's. I fully support any individual's right to control their body and their life. Any moral or religious objection that I may personally have with suicide is ultimately between that person and God.

 

The concern that I have with this initiative is that the suicide involves other people and must therefore be endorsed by us - the citizens of this state. A physician and pharmacist have to write and fill the lethal prescription. It would, however, be self-administered by the terminally-ill patient.

 

I do fear that some terminal patients will be pressured by family - or feel the pressure themselves - to relieve their loved ones of the "burden". With all of my misgivings, I voted "no". When I am as conflicted as I've been on this matter, I erred on the side of life. I certainly understand those who vote "yes" on this initiative. It's the most morally challenging measure in this election.

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I-1029 - State certification of home care workers

No

The less government, the better

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President of the United States

Bob Barr - Libertarian

I said I would vote for McCain if he had a shot here in Washington. He does not. So, if I'm going to throw my vote away, I'm going to throw it away on the candidate who would reduce the size of our federal government. Who opposed the bailout. Who understands the importance of freedom and liberty and how they are disappearing in America. Plus, Barr came on my show twice in the last couple months - McCain and Obama did not.

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Governor

Dino Rossi

Christine Gregoire has increased state spending 33% in the last four years. If she had "only" increased that spending 20%, our state budget would be balanced. Instead, she has spent us into a $3.2-billion deficit. Our one-party state is out of control. That, combined with our regional transportation mess that has only gotten worse under her watch makes this a very easy vote for me.

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Lieutenant Governor

None

This is a ridiculous office that should be abolished.

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Secretary of State

Sam Reed

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State Auditor

Brian Sonntag

A democrat who has done a great job as a watchdog of wild spending by government officials.

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Attorney General

Rob McKenna

A very smart, dedicated public servant

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King County Charter Amendment #7

NO

An outrageous attempt to dramatically limit the ability of citizens to exercise their constitutional right to the initiative process.

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Prop 1 - Sound Transit

No

One of the most out-of-control public agencies in the country is back with the most expensive tax proposal in our state's history. The average couple will pay $650 a year for this measure. Sound Transit is years behind schedule, billions of dollars over budget. We could start solving our region's transportation mess immediately at a fraction of the cost if we focus on buses and vanpools. This monster must die.

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If I lived in Seattle - which I do not:

Prop 1 - Pike Place Market levy

No

There is no reason a thriving retail center should need and be subsidized to the tune of $73-million. It's a horribly mismanaged city endeavor. That mismanagement should not be rewarded with a cash infusion from a property tax hike.

Prop 2 - Parks levy

No

Parks should be a priority that are funded out of the general fund. Property taxes are already way too high. They never ask for special levies for unpopular projects. I'm tired of government officials playing this game of holding us hostage for the things we care about the most. Please stop rewarding this sleazy tactic.

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I do not have strong opinions on the other races. You're on your own on the rest. I'm not going to fill-in and mail my ballot until this weekend - so feel free to try to change my mind in the comments. I would love to get your comments on these or any races I did not list. Let's make this thread the definitive open marketplace of ideas for the next few days as people shape their decisions.

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  • Picante Bob wrote...
    Lieutenant Governor
    October 28, 2008 4:29 pm
    Whatever happened to the perpetual Libertarian candiate for the Lieutenant Governor's position whose statement said that if elected he would work to eliminate the position?
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  • Oh Yeah?! wrote...
    I-1000
    October 28, 2008 4:49 pm
    Interesting - a yes vote would have been consistent with keeping government out of our personal lives. Especially with the evidence as proof it works from the state to the south.
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  • joshel wrote...
    Talk about a bridge to nowhere...
    October 28, 2008 5:12 pm
    Came back from the airport the other day, and watched how far I had to drive from there next to "raised bridges" for miles! Then look to see that it cost in the $3 BILLION range for that light rail THAT GOES TO NOWHERE!!! Just moved here a year ago from Cincinnati, and can't believe the politics out here, and how happy people here are to pay for it. Can't think of one thing they do right. Except maybe start the "clear cutting" just on the other side of the hill from the road so all the locals don't even realize how much they keep destroying around here...
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  • joshel wrote...
    Can't you people just get rid of HOV lanes...
    October 28, 2008 5:19 pm
    First, how many times have you left your house, and thought "wait, if you come with me I can drive in the HOV lane?" If the people in this town would learn how to move OUT of the left lane for anybody going faster than you, it would become the "high speed lane" like it is supposed to be. And by the way, since when did it begin to cost $5,000 per intersection to sync the traffic lights together. Can't you just hit the "SYNC UP" button in the program? And $60 Million to put signs on the HOV lanes to tell you the speed limits, hours, etc.. Once again been all over the country, and don't need a sign to know left lane is for passing 24/7. You people need to create a "love affair" with cars, not this weird, hatred you have all developed...
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  • Snout wrote...
    Bob Barr??? What the Deuce?
    October 28, 2008 5:24 pm
    Get with the program, Mr. M! Voting third party is akin to visiting The Lusty Lady. It may feel good, but nothing productive comes from it. Trust me, as a moron 18 year old I voted for Perot back in the day. Work within the D or R party and you'll go farther. It ain't perfect but it is what it is.
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  • Ye Olde Hagge wrote...
    I am with you Dori
    October 28, 2008 5:54 pm
    Except for two things. I don't mind the extra requirements for elderly care employees; maybe it will help weed out some of the bad ones. I also don't agree with Sam Reed for Sec of State. It is my understanding that he is responsible for the elections and that 4 years ago a lot of dead people and felons voted. Also, haven't a lot of felons (and I have heard people in Snohomish County that have died years ago) received ballots again this time around? If that is not something that is Sam Reed's responsibility then whose is it, so I can vote them out instead? I don't want to punish someone who is not responsible. I want (really really want) to vote for Bob Barr, but the more than Obama and Biden open their mouths the more I think my vote would be better spent on McCain. One of my co-workers told me that his lesbian daughter in Seattle and a group of her 20-something friends actually researched the two and are planning on voting for McCain. Maybe you could do a "Are you someone typically considered a liberal and voting for McCain." i.e. gays, lesbians, teachers (my son's 6th grade teacher didn't know what a Libertarian was.), state employees, etc. I am curious how many stereo-typed liberals are "crossing" party lines.
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  • donjr wrote...
    shaking my head
    October 28, 2008 5:58 pm
    Dori writes, "I do not have strong opinions on the other races. You're on your own on the rest." Wow! Isn't that a tad bit arrogant? You are not our leader oh dori master of the hyperbole. You are just a person who has an opinion radio show.
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  • Rick (4) wrote...
    Before you VOTE
    October 28, 2008 6:29 pm
    Please watch and listen to this video, it is an African American preacher talking about Obama. This preacher tells the truth about Obama. Here is the link: http://www.viddler.com/explore/ATLAHWorldwide/videos/27/
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  • Diamond Ted wrote...
    Bob Barr
    October 28, 2008 6:42 pm
    Dori, just wondering why voting for McCain is wasting your vote. Even if McCain doesn't win the election, it's still one less vote for Obama. I mean McCain certainly has a better chance than Barr; doesn't he? Not trying to be argumentative here, I just want to make the right choice and I'm somewhat confused. Love your show!
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  • See Public Opinion vs Dori in living color! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mB6Zyd8xKUg
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