Last night, while watching 13abc, it was asked if Ben would be violating his own election pledge by running for mayor (if he decides to do so).
Specifically:
"I will serve the full duration of the term for the office of which I am elected to"
While that one may be a question, there are a couple of other items that question whether he is actually following it now. Can you pick them up?
You can read the rest of the pledge at:
http://www.benkonop.blogspot.com/
Or see the copy below:
Pledge Of Ethics And Good Government To The Citizens of Lucas County
I pledge to support the establishment of a County Ethics Commission to supplement the state-level Ohio Ethics Commission, following the example of other local governments around the country.I pledge to hold myself to the highest standard of personal conduct and be accountable to the citizens of Lucas County.
I will take personal responsibility for my actions.
I will be open and accessible to members of the public in every community.
I will promptly respond to all inquiries by concerned citizens.
I will serve the full duration of the term for the office of which I am elected to.
I will be a full-time public servant and will accept no outside income while in office.
I support requiring campaign contributors to report county contracts with their campaign contributions.
I support banning campaign contributors from receiving no bid contracts.
I will promptly disclose any legally questionable activities of which I am aware to the Ohio Ethics Commission or other appropriate authorities.
I pledge to hold Lucas County employees and appointees to the highest standard of personal conduct and make them accountable to the citizens of Lucas County.
I will recommend and support appointments to boards and commissions based on knowledge, experience and integrity.
I will not appoint lobbyists to boards and commissions.
I will hire staff based on knowledge, experience, and integrity and not campaign contributions.
I will support requiring boards and commissions to hold regular meetings during evening hours and in different areas of the county, so that working people can attend.
I support requiring ethics training for all Lucas County employees and appointees to boards and commissions.
I pledge to follow the law of the State of Ohio and of the United States of America.
He shows up where ever there's a live microphone or t.v camera. He also has something to say on every issue. So do you think he might run for mayor?
I couldnt stand to hear that phlegmy voice every time a camera or a mike shows up somewhere. Man, every time I hear him speak I have to clear MY OWN throat just because it buggs me so much!!
A politician not holding to a campaign pledge or pledge made in office?!
Read my lips.....I will not run for office.....