Dan Humiston Announces Run For U.S. Congress in 27th Congressional District - Page 4 - tanTALK

eileen · 07-05-2008, 09:14 AM

If you are running for office you better keep it out in the open or your hiding something that will come back to haunt you regardless. :)

eileen · 07-05-2008, 09:15 AM

Dan cannot and should not control what other people say though, I can see where some would see that as damaging but that is reality and part of the process no matter where Dan speaks.

eileen · 07-05-2008, 09:16 AM

Some very good questions by Belvy and Max.

missmojorising · 07-05-2008, 05:25 PM

<<<----- waiting

Quote:

Originally Posted by mr belvedere

I have a couple:

1. If elected, what do you propose to do in congress to help alleviate the antitanning pressure from legislation and in the media?

2. What other congresspersons/senators do you know, or feel may be "friends of the cause" and will be willing and enthusiastic about pushing for changes in the status quo?

3. What else do you intend to do while a member of congress for your home district?

4. What do you think are the primary issues facing your prospective constituents today?

5. In your own words, give a brief, or long definition of civil service and what it means to you personally.

6. What is your personal stance on Roe v. Wade and what would you have done were the power yours to decide?

7. What is your professed religion and do you regularly attend services?

8. How many times have you been married?

9. What is your personal philosophy on public education and do you feel that every American should be entitled to advanced education?

10. What is your general sense of American health care today and what do you think is the best way for our country to care for its citizens?

11. What do you propose to do about the illegal immigrant population?

12. What do you propose to do about America's porous ports?

13. What do you think ought to be done to secure America's southern border?

14. What is your stance on civilian gun ownership and gun control?

15. How do you feel about the constitution and the amendments? Do you feel that they are still relevant to our culture today as they were originally written?

16. What would you do about Iran and the volatile conflict in the middle-east regarding Israel and her enemies?

17. Do you think taxes are sufficient today to handle the obligations of America's politicians?

18. What do you feel is more important: corporate health, or economic stability?

19. What do you think of Ken Lay, and what would you have done had you had the power?

20. If I said the most vile, most repugnant, most insulting thing about your dearest family member would you want to A)Kick the everlovin' **** out of me, or B)Take my donation and thank me for my vote?

There's my 20 questions for the candidate. Thanks for offering us the opportunity to supprt the campaign and learn more about the candidate. -Belvy

Max · 07-07-2008, 06:59 PM

Dear Tantalk.com Supporters:

I plan to schedule the interview for some time after Labor Day. Dan's campaign staff is aware of all of these questions.

I will make sure that he addresses those that are clearly relevant to Tanning Salon Owners!

I do know the issues facing the people of Buffalo, NY. Those issues are Jobs, Jobs, and Jobs!

What America is going through right now, Buffalo has been going through for almost 35 years. There was a slight bump with free trade, but overall, there economy is aging and good jobs are hard to come by.

Dan has been a successful businessman in the Buffalo Area for 23 years. He understands the need for job growth, good job growth. With good jobs, comes most other things.

Regarding the border, does it really matter to you where he stands on that, he is a Tanning Guy, you are a Tanning Guy -- that is what this is about!

How many times he has been married, does this impact Tanning? The answer is once. Two kids, both great kids -- I know them for almost seven years. Great parents too! Loyal workers who have been with him since I first new him. Suppliers that trust him and rely on his team.

He knows my parents too, helped my nephew get started with a great training job........

I think he will clearly address the needs of the small businessman and our Industry. All of his net worth is tied up in this business.

Belvy - how big was your pledge? $20 for 20 questions.....or?

Max

mr belvedere · 07-08-2008, 04:04 AM

Oh, here we ago again with the 'ole "And just how much money did you donate, Belvy?" thing. I haven't donated anything, and I seriously doubt that will ever donate to the campaign of a Buffalo businessman trying to get into politics. There was only one question on that list that depending on "his" answer might've inspired me to throw him a $20. Max, and Dan, believe me, I mean this with all due respect when I say that I think it is ridculous for you to expect anybody here to believe that donating money to Dan's campaign is going to help the plight of the indoor tanning industry one iota.

I have no reason to doubt that once Dan wins his office he'll fight tooth and nail to turn congress and The Establishment around when it comes to UV exposure and related legislation. Who is he running against, by the way? What are their beliefs? Do they tan? Would they not also fight for the greater Buffalo area salon owners as well, in addition to the salon owners all over this great nation? If DAn only wants to talk about his plans to help the industry on the boards, that's fine. I completely understand. But it's going to take a **** of lot more than "Hey! Support the East Coast tanning candidate!!!" slogan to get me to buy the stamp it would take to mail him the penny I found on the bus tonight.

Silly me, but, even in this cartoon day and age we live in, I still take the notion of public "service" seriously, and profoundly. Personally, and no offense to either of you, or any of those that have donated to his campaign, I find this to be a shameful solicitation! It's just like the whole "Join the ITA! It's only $100 per month!", or year, or whatever it is, and they'll help "you". When the glaring facts are this "problem" for the indoor tanning industry is more monstrous and complex than anybody can imagine. I don't mean that to be "sensationalist", or effect for drama.

Anyway, I digress, as ususal. Sorry, Max, can't support your man on this. Not without some serious answers to what you alluded to as non-relevant questions. It's not that "I" really care ... I just hated seeing a potentially great thread fade to the second and third pages of popularity to the archives. Best of luck to you both in your endeavours. -Belvy

Max · 07-08-2008, 07:00 AM

Belvy "Brother":

If you truely believe what you have posted in paragraph 1, then you should never donate to Dan or any Candidate with experience in Industry.

I am watching Boone Pickens on CNBC this morning, would it not be good to have him in Congress as an energy guy? I sure think so and even though he would run in Texas, you can't have enough smart men and women in Congress. I would donate to his campaign. Smart Energy Guys in Congress = good for all of us, not just tanning guys!

Dan is a Tanning Guy and that has been my focus. I respectfully disagree with you that all Owners and Suppliers would "not benefit one iota" by having one of our own in Congress. Having one of "our own" would produce many benefits, please read some of my earlier posts. (FDA reports to Congress, no one in Congress is a tanning guy, Dan is a tanning guy = a chance to talk to the FDA directly = smart for Salon Owners. Dan would talk to other Congressman = a tanning guy talks directly to other Congressman = also good for Salon Owners).

The incumbent is a good guy from what I hear. He is not a Tanning Guy, therefore he will not reprsent your/our interests with the FDA = not good for Tanning Guys!

I too believe in the sanctity of public service and knowing Dan for almost seven years feel that he deserves your and all Tanning Industry Owners support!

Lastly, I don't feel "shameful" for my solicitation at all. This is a unique moment for our Industry and also for the online Boards. I have sent money, spent time soliciting more money and asked that each Tanning Person do what they can to get the word out. Plan to continue to do so right up until election night.

I also hope this thread stays more front page, clearly in this election season, it is important that who we elect gets lots and lots of scrutiny.

Best to you Belvy!

Max

Shari · 07-08-2008, 07:26 AM

Knowing someone in Congress does have its advantages. It's not what you know, it's who you know....Believe me on that one!

Max · 07-08-2008, 10:19 AM

Shari: This is the concept!

mr belvedere · 07-09-2008, 12:25 PM

Good stuff, Max - can't argue with any of that!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Max

Belvy "Brother":

If you truely believe what you have posted in paragraph 1, then you should never donate to Dan or any Candidate with experience in Industry.

I am watching Boone Pickens on CNBC this morning, would it not be good to have him in Congress as an energy guy? I sure think so and even though he would run in Texas, you can't have enough smart men and women in Congress. I would donate to his campaign. Smart Energy Guys in Congress = good for all of us, not just tanning guys!

Dan is a Tanning Guy and that has been my focus. I respectfully disagree with you that all Owners and Suppliers would "not benefit one iota" by having one of our own in Congress. Having one of "our own" would produce many benefits, please read some of my earlier posts. (FDA reports to Congress, no one in Congress is a tanning guy, Dan is a tanning guy = a chance to talk to the FDA directly = smart for Salon Owners. Dan would talk to other Congressman = a tanning guy talks directly to other Congressman = also good for Salon Owners).

The incumbent is a good guy from what I hear. He is not a Tanning Guy, therefore he will not reprsent your/our interests with the FDA = not good for Tanning Guys!

I too believe in the sanctity of public service and knowing Dan for almost seven years feel that he deserves your and all Tanning Industry Owners support!

Lastly, I don't feel "shameful" for my solicitation at all. This is a unique moment for our Industry and also for the online Boards. I have sent money, spent time soliciting more money and asked that each Tanning Person do what they can to get the word out. Plan to continue to do so right up until election night.

I also hope this thread stays more front page, clearly in this election season, it is important that who we elect gets lots and lots of scrutiny.

Best to you Belvy!

Max

07-05-2008, 09:14 AM	#31 (permalink)
eileen kiss me I'm Derf Join Date: Feb 10 2005 Posts: 7,981 Rep Power: 21	Re: Dan Humiston Announces Run For U.S. Congress in 27th Congressional District If you are running for office you better keep it out in the open or your hiding something that will come back to haunt you regardless. :) __________________ "under exposure to UV rays is as dangerous as overexposure....this is D life" eileen

07-05-2008, 09:15 AM	#32 (permalink)
eileen kiss me I'm Derf Join Date: Feb 10 2005 Posts: 7,981 Rep Power: 21	Re: Dan Humiston Announces Run For U.S. Congress in 27th Congressional District Dan cannot and should not control what other people say though, I can see where some would see that as damaging but that is reality and part of the process no matter where Dan speaks. __________________ "under exposure to UV rays is as dangerous as overexposure....this is D life" eileen

07-05-2008, 09:16 AM	#33 (permalink)
eileen kiss me I'm Derf Join Date: Feb 10 2005 Posts: 7,981 Rep Power: 21	Re: Dan Humiston Announces Run For U.S. Congress in 27th Congressional District Some very good questions by Belvy and Max. __________________ "under exposure to UV rays is as dangerous as overexposure....this is D life" eileen

07-07-2008, 06:59 PM	#35 (permalink)
Max Join Date: Sep 15 2001 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Age: 54 Posts: 42 Rep Power: 0	Re: Dan Humiston Announces Run For U.S. Congress in 27th Congressional District Dear Tantalk.com Supporters: I plan to schedule the interview for some time after Labor Day. Dan's campaign staff is aware of all of these questions. I will make sure that he addresses those that are clearly relevant to Tanning Salon Owners! I do know the issues facing the people of Buffalo, NY. Those issues are Jobs, Jobs, and Jobs! What America is going through right now, Buffalo has been going through for almost 35 years. There was a slight bump with free trade, but overall, there economy is aging and good jobs are hard to come by. Dan has been a successful businessman in the Buffalo Area for 23 years. He understands the need for job growth, good job growth. With good jobs, comes most other things. Regarding the border, does it really matter to you where he stands on that, he is a Tanning Guy, you are a Tanning Guy -- that is what this is about! How many times he has been married, does this impact Tanning? The answer is once. Two kids, both great kids -- I know them for almost seven years. Great parents too! Loyal workers who have been with him since I first new him. Suppliers that trust him and rely on his team. He knows my parents too, helped my nephew get started with a great training job........ I think he will clearly address the needs of the small businessman and our Industry. All of his net worth is tied up in this business. Belvy - how big was your pledge? $20 for 20 questions.....or? Max __________________ CELL 917.971.0495 EMAIL Mrr1769@aol.com

07-08-2008, 04:04 AM	#36 (permalink)
mr belvedere Mr. b Join Date: May 10 2005 Age: 40 Posts: 7,253 Rep Power: 54	Re: Dan Humiston Announces Run For U.S. Congress in 27th Congressional District Oh, here we ago again with the 'ole "And just how much money did you donate, Belvy?" thing. I haven't donated anything, and I seriously doubt that will ever donate to the campaign of a Buffalo businessman trying to get into politics. There was only one question on that list that depending on "his" answer might've inspired me to throw him a $20. Max, and Dan, believe me, I mean this with all due respect when I say that I think it is ridculous for you to expect anybody here to believe that donating money to Dan's campaign is going to help the plight of the indoor tanning industry one iota. I have no reason to doubt that once Dan wins his office he'll fight tooth and nail to turn congress and The Establishment around when it comes to UV exposure and related legislation. Who is he running against, by the way? What are their beliefs? Do they tan? Would they not also fight for the greater Buffalo area salon owners as well, in addition to the salon owners all over this great nation? If DAn only wants to talk about his plans to help the industry on the boards, that's fine. I completely understand. But it's going to take a **** of lot more than "Hey! Support the East Coast tanning candidate!!!" slogan to get me to buy the stamp it would take to mail him the penny I found on the bus tonight. Silly me, but, even in this cartoon day and age we live in, I still take the notion of public "service" seriously, and profoundly. Personally, and no offense to either of you, or any of those that have donated to his campaign, I find this to be a shameful solicitation! It's just like the whole "Join the ITA! It's only $100 per month!", or year, or whatever it is, and they'll help "you". When the glaring facts are this "problem" for the indoor tanning industry is more monstrous and complex than anybody can imagine. I don't mean that to be "sensationalist", or effect for drama. Anyway, I digress, as ususal. Sorry, Max, can't support your man on this. Not without some serious answers to what you alluded to as non-relevant questions. It's not that "I" really care ... I just hated seeing a potentially great thread fade to the second and third pages of popularity to the archives. Best of luck to you both in your endeavours. -Belvy __________________ "A dusty bible leads to a dirty life ..." -Synonymous

07-08-2008, 07:00 AM	#37 (permalink)
Max Join Date: Sep 15 2001 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Age: 54 Posts: 42 Rep Power: 0	Re: Dan Humiston Announces Run For U.S. Congress in 27th Congressional District Belvy "Brother": If you truely believe what you have posted in paragraph 1, then you should never donate to Dan or any Candidate with experience in Industry. I am watching Boone Pickens on CNBC this morning, would it not be good to have him in Congress as an energy guy? I sure think so and even though he would run in Texas, you can't have enough smart men and women in Congress. I would donate to his campaign. Smart Energy Guys in Congress = good for all of us, not just tanning guys! Dan is a Tanning Guy and that has been my focus. I respectfully disagree with you that all Owners and Suppliers would "not benefit one iota" by having one of our own in Congress. Having one of "our own" would produce many benefits, please read some of my earlier posts. (FDA reports to Congress, no one in Congress is a tanning guy, Dan is a tanning guy = a chance to talk to the FDA directly = smart for Salon Owners. Dan would talk to other Congressman = a tanning guy talks directly to other Congressman = also good for Salon Owners). The incumbent is a good guy from what I hear. He is not a Tanning Guy, therefore he will not reprsent your/our interests with the FDA = not good for Tanning Guys! I too believe in the sanctity of public service and knowing Dan for almost seven years feel that he deserves your and all Tanning Industry Owners support! Lastly, I don't feel "shameful" for my solicitation at all. This is a unique moment for our Industry and also for the online Boards. I have sent money, spent time soliciting more money and asked that each Tanning Person do what they can to get the word out. Plan to continue to do so right up until election night. I also hope this thread stays more front page, clearly in this election season, it is important that who we elect gets lots and lots of scrutiny. Best to you Belvy! Max __________________ CELL 917.971.0495 EMAIL Mrr1769@aol.com Last edited by Max; 07-08-2008 at 05:22 PM.

07-08-2008, 07:26 AM	#38 (permalink)
Shari Join Date: Mar 8 2002 Location: Midwest Posts: 71 Rep Power: 0	Re: Dan Humiston Announces Run For U.S. Congress in 27th Congressional District Knowing someone in Congress does have its advantages. It's not what you know, it's who you know....Believe me on that one!

07-08-2008, 10:19 AM	#39 (permalink)
Max Join Date: Sep 15 2001 Location: Las Vegas, Nevada Age: 54 Posts: 42 Rep Power: 0	Re: Dan Humiston Announces Run For U.S. Congress in 27th Congressional District Shari: This is the concept! __________________ CELL 917.971.0495 EMAIL Mrr1769@aol.com

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