[StBernard] Rental policy called discriminatory

[Westley Annis]

Craig:

I cannot tell if you are being sarcastic or not and I won't accuse you of 
that because I know it's very hard to tell a person's tone in their writing.

If I offended you, I apologize, because you have been one on the council 
that has been logical, rational, and clear.  But, I still do, respectfully 
disagree with your vote on this issue.  As I stated before, I understand it 
and would be torn if forced to vote on the issue.  I do not envy you guys 
for some of the decisions you have to make.  I know I am fortunate in that 
through hard work and determination I have put myself in the position to in 
the short term leave until I see what happens.  For me, that is the best 
thing I can do for my family now.  As far as running for office, again, I do

not know if you are being sarcastic or not, but... no thank you.  You may 
think I am kidding, but I did consider it a year or two before the storm and

may have done it had this not happened.  Now, I know what you are probably 
thinking... "What a cop out. If you have so many great ideas, come and try 
to put them in motion."  The problem as I see it is not with the council 
members, but those higher than you guys.  I'm not inclined to fight a few 
local political machines that have been in place for many years and have 
used this tragedy more for personal gain than to help the citizens of St. 
Bernard.  Lastly, I hate to mention this because it more comes off as me 
defending myself, but I still have one foot in the parish and am involved 
and I know you know in what capacities.

I appreciate your comments and again apologize to you if I upset you.
Good Luck!

Tony
----- Original Message ----- 

> Tony-

>

> come on back, run for office, and fix all the problems that you so clearly

> identify.

>

> Craig