DEAR EDITOR:
I was disappointed to read the Dispatch’s opinion article on
June 23, 2003 regarding the Gray Davis recall effort being a misuse
of a
”
rightful course of action.
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DEAR EDITOR:
I was disappointed to read the Dispatch’s opinion article on June 23, 2003 regarding the Gray Davis recall effort being a misuse of a “rightful course of action.” One has to wonder how much Governor Davis might pay for such dribble in print. With a dismal 21 percent approval rating, apparently someone must befriend the Governor.
The arguments against the recall are weak, at best; a classic smear campaign against some in the Republican Party, rather than rationale to exonerate Governor Davis. Can the Dispatch offer five positive impacts Gray has had on our state while in office? That would be a more appropriate argument against the recall.
The fact is, Republican money has only recently found its way into the recall arena. Originally the recall was initiated by a multi-party grassroots movement via the internet and talk radio. The recent influx of money has only served to pour gas on the fire.
The Dispatch also claims, “it (the recall) would cost taxpayers $25 million to $35 million.” Our state spends about $190 million per day, and our state is starring at a $35 billion annual deficit…$35 million is 1/1,000th of our estimated annual budget deficit, nearly insignificant.
Nevertheless, the recall will reach the ballot. The way I see it, there is little if any short-term risk to either a successful or failed recall election. Moreover, the long-term ramifications that an apathetic constituency successfully organized such a movement will be felt throughout the country for years to come.
Vic Vanni, Gilroy
Submitted Tuesday, June 24, to
ed****@****ic.com
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