The "Will FORD Have a Job?" Thread

[Guitar Shark]

For those of you who don't know, the State of Washington is the only state in the country where the governor's race has not yet been decided.

In the first official count, Republican Dino Rossi stunned state bureaucrats by beating Democrat Christine Gregoire by a mere 261 votes. Almost 3 million votes were cast. It is the closest gubernatorial election of all time in this state. Under state law, there will be a mandatory electronic recount.

FORD currently has a job working for the government (in an unknown capacity), I believe it is affiliated somehow with the governor's office. (FORD, feel free to clarify.)

If the vote result is upheld, and Rossi's republican administration takes over, there is a chance that FORD will lose his job. The purpose of this thread is twofold: (1) to follow the election recount; and (2) to offer support to our favorite mod in what I am sure is a very stressful time.

Any predictions, Dave?

[ODShowtime]

He has been a little squirely since Nov 2. I guess this explains it.

Good luck Ford if you need it.

[Nickdfresh]

Re: The "Will FORD Have a Job?" Thread

Originally posted by Guitar Shark
For those of you who don't know, the State of Washington is the only state in the country where the governor's race has not yet been decided.

In the first official count, Republican Dino Rossi stunned state bureaucrats by beating Democrat Christine Gregoire by a mere 261 votes. Almost 3 million votes were cast. It is the closest gubernatorial election of all time in this state. Under state law, there will be a mandatory electronic recount.

FORD currently has a job working for the government (in an unknown capacity), I believe it is affiliated somehow with the governor's office. (FORD, feel free to clarify.)

If the vote result is upheld, and Rossi's republican administration takes over, there is a chance that FORD will lose his job. The purpose of this thread is twofold: (1) to follow the election recount; and (2) to offer support to our favorite mod in what I am sure is a very stressful time.

Any predictions, Dave?

Is this a little too much information? Or do you have a personal (creepy and disturbing) hard-on for Ford like JC Cook?

[FORD]

No, I don't work for the Governor's office, but of course, indirectly all state employees work for the governor, and agency directors are cabinet appointments. So obviously there would be some impact with either candidate.

A transition from Gary Locke to Chris Gregoire would be smooth enough. Probably not many major policy changes, as she's a centrist Democrat, as Locke is.

Rossi is far more troubling. This state hasn't had a Republican governor in 20 years, and for good reason. The Washington State Republican party has been completely hijacked by the same radical neocon dominionist assholes who back the BCE.

I have a great deal of respect for men like John Spellman, and Dan Evans who were moderate, sane Republicans who served the people of this state honorably.

Dino Rossi does NOT fit that category. He's a Bush Jr clone who even named his dog "Dubya" and is rumored to play with Anndrew Coulter dolls (and no, I did not make that up)

His policies will be disasterous for this state. In Bush like fashion, he would probably appoint Tim Eyman to head the Office of Financial Management . Or better yet, the Department of Transportation, since the son of a bitch has been destroying their budget for years now anyway.

The stress is literally getting to me, physically. This shit is not going to be pretty, and let's just all PRAY that the recount comes through

[ODShowtime]

Even I've let it go. I was a wreck the first week. Now I just realize what I should have known. I have no say in gov't and everyone is crazy or stupid. Hoard money hand over fist and head for the fuckin' hills!

[FORD]

Originally posted by ODShowtime
Even I've let it go. I was a wreck the first week. Now I just realize what I should have known. I have no say in gov't and everyone is crazy or stupid. Hoard money hand over fist and head for the fuckin' hills!

Good point.... but in my case, hoarding money hand over fist might be difficult if I'm unemployed as a result. Right now I'm not thinking the immediate risk of that happening is too high, but we'll see what happens.

[Nickdfresh]

Originally posted by FORD
Dino Rossi does NOT fit that category. He's a Bush Jr clone who even named his dog "Dubya" and is rumored to play with Anndrew Coulter dolls (and no, I did not make that up)

Is this Dino's doll?

[ODShowtime]

Well good luck man. You sound like you are passionate about your work if you work in politics of gov't. I do too, and will be ceasing that shortly because I cannot have political decisions directly affecting my compensation.

[FORD]

Originally posted by Nickdfresh
Is this Dino's doll?

Actually, this is the one I was referring to.....

It's the companion to the "Chimp in a Flight Suit" doll.

But I wouldn't be surprised if he had the "love doll" as well.

[Switch84]

Jeebs, are we so far gone with this election shit that we're cheering over the possible unemployment of another Army member? I hope Ford isn't affected by this governor change and keeps his job! Too many of us (myself, included) are pounding the pavement looking for another gig.

Fuck that negative shit!


Hang in there, DAVE! :D

[Cathedral]

Yet another instance where job security is but an illusive dream, or myth, if you will.

You are in my prayers, Dave. I would hate to see you unemployed for any reason because it sucks, and i wouldn't wish that kind of bullshit on anyone.

[Nickdfresh]

Originally posted by Cathedral
Yet another instance where job security is but an illusive dream, or myth, if you will.

You are in my prayers, Dave. I would hate to see you unemployed for any reason because it sucks, and i wouldn't wish that kind of bullshit on anyone.

Being unemployed does have it's moments though!:D

[fanofdave]

FORD has a valid point regarding state workers in WA.
I have plenty of friends that work for the state in Olympia.
They're all under a lot of stress now. Regardless of our
differences in political views, I'd never wish that kind of
stress on anyone. Hope you ride out the storm, FORD.

Tim Eyman for Office Of Financial Management?
FUCK NO! I may be an independent, but Tim Eyman
is just a greedy mothafucka with no conscience.
We call him the initiative leech because he's always
latching on and sucking hard for the money.

[Lou]

FORD, in all seriousness, how would electing the Republican candidate cause you to lose your job?

[lucky wilbury]

because the bce will then have an inside line on fords activities causing him to quit thats why! besides i think they might install a no tin foil beenies policy so ford won't be able to wear his favorite hat any more to work which would also cause him to quit.