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Barron in East New York Move
Word out of East New York today is that Inez Barron is running for the state Assembly (40 AD) in the upcoming primary next September, if the seat becomes vacant. Inez Barron is the wife of NYC councilman Charles Barron (42), and a retired principal of a Bedford Stuyvesant public school. She worked for about thirty years with the NYC Department of Education, and was once the Executive Assistant to the Superintendant of the Brownsville School Board. She was also a teacher in the public education system. Mrs. Barron- who is a member of the organization “Operation Power”- is also a political activist in her own right-just as much as her husband. She was a member of the House of Lord Church in Brooklyn (Rev. Herbert Daughtry) long before she married Charles, about twenty five years ago. She has played prominent roles in her husband’s many political campaigns, and is an astute political technician. Barack Obama likes to say how smart his wife Michelle is, and that she is the backbone of the family unit; and Bill Clinton always says that Hillary is smarter than he is on many issues; they are both correct. If Charles Barron said that his wife is smarter than he is, well he will probably be correct too; she does have a Master's degree to go with her Bachelor's degree. He has an Associates and a Bachelor's only/lol. The organization (Operation Power) was founded in October of 1997, by Charles Barron and many other progressive political activists, after Barron lost his first race for the NYC council earlier that year. It has been very active in the city’s politics, focusing primarily in Brooklyn. Among its members are educator Stanley (Stan) Kinnard, Paul and Peggy Washington, Joy Simmons and André Mitchell. To Mrs. Barron’s chagrin, there are at least two others interested in running for the same seat. They are Kenneth Evans and Winchester Keys. Both Evans and Keys challenged incumbent Diane Gordon two years ago, with Evans coming in second to Gordon. Ms. Gordon is currently on trial in Brooklyn, for soliciting bribes. The trial is expected to end early next month. Many are saying that Ms. Gordon- who was caught on tape making questionable statements- is in big trouble here. Her attorneys have claimed that she was entrapped. This new development is sure to impact on the political dynamics of East New York, Brooklyn. Barron’s group is intent on again running Mitchell for male district leader (Dems), and is also considering running Inez Barron for female leader at the same time, once there is a vacancy. They have decided to run Paul Washington- Charles Barron’s former chief of staff- to replace the term limited council man next year; and in the coming years, they also have their eyes set on competing for all the seats connected to that area-including State Senate and Congress. Meanwhile, Charles Barron himself is still gearing up to run for the Brooklyn Borough President position next year, despite the fact that a few other blacks are intent on running for the same position. The other black candidates who are potential runners include State Assembly member Nick Perry, State Senator Eric Adams (word is that some are intent on drafting him for this run), and Yvonne Graham (former Deputy Boro Prez). Two other names that have been mentioned at times are: political activist Chris Owens and State Senator Velmanette Montgomery. My sources have been telling me that Montgomery is a no go, and they have outlined the various reasons why- which I won’t repeat here at present. My sources are also saying that Owens will run for a district leader position this year and skip the Boro Prez race; he is yet to say what he would do. SIDEBAR Word out of Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, is that John Flateau is running to replace Al Vann in the 36th council district. Vann who will be term limited next year is set for retirement. Flateau will be a formidable candidate if he runs here. All this comes despite my sources saying (a while back) that Annette Robinson was also looking at this seat. Don’t expect them both to be in the same race people; unless there are goings-on that are yet to be revealed. Stay tuned-in folks.
Rocket man, It's ggod to see you writing about something other than Obama. Way more informative. Thanks. I agree that Chris won't run against Alan, if it's true that Alan is running again (this would be election number two that he's hinted who wouldn't run again). Chris is a bona fide reformer, so it's hard to see that happening. Maybe Rock knows something about Alan's intentions that we don't. I'm curious to know about why Velmanette won't run for BP. She doesn't have to give up her seat to run. I think Inez Barron would by a dynamic public servant and will help voters regain some faith in this rotten political system.
I hear young activist named Chris Banks may run for District Leader in the 40th AD
How does this effect Ed Towns and who are they lining up in a couple years for that seat?
Kevin Mcall for State Senate 2012
Keith Kinch for Congress in 2012 Nathan Bradley may want Gordon' seat too.
He still is her Chief of Staff at this point. I heard Kevin McCall from Councilman Barrons office is going to be resigning soon and Running for Assembly.Kevin is the longest staff member that has been with him.Kevin is known and has alot of contacts.Grew up in Brownsville and known thru out Brooklyn.Also I heard Andre Mitchell is running for City Council and Paul is stepping down. Kevin McCall for Assembly 2008 Chris Banks for District Leader 2008 Keith Kinch for City Council 2009 I heard Kevin McCall from Councilman Barrons office is going to be resigning soon and Running for Assembly.Kevin is the longest staff member that has been with him.Kevin is known and has alot of contacts.Grew up in Brownsville and known thru out Brooklyn.Also I heard Andre Mitchell is running for City Council and Paul is stepping down. Kevin McCall for Assembly 2008 Chris Banks for District Leader 2008 Keith Kinch for City Council 2009 RHH Very good observations as usual... This year I am focusing my energy on the issues of the Public Housing Community where I live and still hold a position as a district chair that represents thousands of people that live in East New York Brownsville Bedford Stuyvesant Bushwick and Crown Heights... There is a new Power Base developing in Brooklyn and City wide... Most of the Political Leadership in Brooklyn and City Wide have marginalized the issues of Our Community...we are mobilizing politically...More to come... By the way "The Queen" says to give us a call... ASAP Doudoune Moncler Femme In the real into after repeating it back on the right track, will be one of the beautiful feather appear delicate the today, in the field of eider down.Doudoune Moncler Homme series of outdoor activities to more time for customers providing Let's moncler together fashion brands and product information, so that kept the mouth becoming a second-tier cities, fashion backbone.Doudoune Moncler Pas Cher Japan, Germany, Australia, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Sweden, Norway, Denmark or exercise those boutiques boutique shop to buymoncler well-known things. Doudoune Moncler continues to open boutique doors in new markets outside of europe,designed by the gilles,& boissier architecture studio.Moncler costruire pi�� forza nel 1999 ha portato come un campo di direttore creativo mostrare Remo Ruffini prima - 2000 la primavera e l'estate della serie. At the coach outlet online Store, quality products and satisfying service are provided;High safety and prompt delivery is guaranteed.By the fashion, novel appearance, sophisticated technology, superior quality, coach outlet won domestic and international customers, their products exported to the Middle East, Southeast Asia and other regions.This brown handbag called Flagship Signature Brown Handbag has been the best seller in the coach factory outlet for almost three weeks. Moncler sottolineato dal francese pannelli in legno intagliato con motivi floreali sollievo,si tratta di un aspetto accogliente.Piumini Moncler Nel reale in dopo aver ripetuto di nuovo sulla strada giusta, sar uno dei piuma bella sembrare delicato di oggi, nel campo della edredone gi.
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are you with Evans or Inez?
btw, I don't think Owens runs the leadership race. Everyone assumed Fleishman was leaving; he is not. Since Fleishman is Vito's most prominent opponent with the party, what is the rationale for Owens to run? Minority empowerment in a district 60% white non-Hispanic (and geting more so every day)? Plus running against Fleishman would make him among gays what Yassky is among African-Americans.
On the other hand, you may be right. It would be a dumb move for Owens to challenge Fleishman. Given Owens' past history, one can assume that means he'll do it.