Tag: Herman Cain (page 3)

In 1998 or 1999, my employer decided it would jump on the latest politically correct bandwagon.  One possibly driven by the penchant of the chief executive of the United states to drive a hummer, or get one, or umm something.  The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa & Chippewa Indians, like every other larger corporate entity across the country felt they would take no chances on the burgeoning lawsuit activities related to male-female relationships in the workplace.

Harassment classes commenced.

Every one of the employees were paid and mandated to attend a seminar on how to handle our relations with other employees.  The hyper sensitive era was loaded by media and plaintiff attorney exploitation of casual discourse, sideways glances, and failures to hire unqualified and otherwise trouble prone employees.  All under the banner of harassment, lechery and abuse.

That would be about the same time this event would have happened:

"During Herman Cain's tenure as the head of the National Restaurant Association in the 1990s, at least two female employees complained to colleagues and senior association officials about inappropriate behavior by Cain, ultimately leaving their jobs at the trade group, multiple sources confirm to POLITICO  ...  In one case, POLITICO has seen documentation describing the allegations and showing that the restaurant association formally resolved the matter. Both women received separation packages that were in the five-figure range."

The women left the employ, and settled for what couldn't have been much more than the cost of hiring attorneys, and filing the complaint.  All in a time where many were cashing in on the newest fad of the day, an abuse of harassment policy for personal gain.

While the news cycle titillates over this new and wonderful discovery in the past life of the current polling leader, I wonder how far they will go when it is found out that the cases were settled as a matter of cost balance.  How low will the opponents of this man of character delve to create a wedge between solid conservatives and his as yet growing candidacy? As this particular set of accusations is discovered to have no substance, what next will be the cheap shot on a real conservative?

"I haven't been following Cain as well as some of you so I'm forwarding this to get your take on the article and the comments about his true position on those issues.   If might be good if one of you that have been strong supporters from the get go would maybe comment on this ...

Seeking clarity,  xxxx xxxxx"

"It's been an amazing conference," said Michigan Republican Party Chairman Bobby Schostak. "The enthusiasm from our grassroots and from our elected officials is outstanding, and our attendees experienced it first-hand."

"This conference will pay huge dividends for our state and our country," Schostak said. "We will work with our leaders and our grassroots to continue to reinvent Michigan."

This year's conference incorporated numerous events, including addresses and appearances by Michigan Governor Rick Snyder, South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney, Texas Governor Rick Perry, Congressmen Thad McCotter, and Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus.

Besides Snyder, Michigan's Republican leadership on the island included Lieutenant Governor Brian Calley, Secretary of State Ruth Johnson, Attorney General Bill Schuette, House Speaker Jase Bolger, Senate Majority Leader Randy Richardville, and Congressmen Dave Camp, Candice Miller, Dan Benishek, Fred Upton, Tim Walberg, Bill Huizenga, and Justin Amash.

Many elected officials participated in panel discussions focused on making Michigan a job-growth engine.

"Republican activists had an outstanding conversation and we will continue the discussion throughout the upcoming year.  Our relentless positive action continues to drive success for all Michigan families."
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So what happened to bring candidate Bachmann so low (Getting 1% of the vote) in the straw poll in Florida.  What was it that caused her to be virtually abandoned by her base? One truly wonders. What could it be?

On principle, I have no trouble with Bachmann.  I would be tickled pink if she was selected as the Republican candidate for President.  Likewise, very happy if the poll WINNER, Herman Cain (37.1%) becomes the Republican flag bearer for the position.  Both of these candidates speak to the real problems we face, and have offered solutions that are not simply the politically correct alternatives to the way things should be done.

I just wonder what happened?

"We waited 30 months for this?"

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