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Re: Cory Thomas

If 4 or more mistakes are found, then there is a problem.

Re: Cory Thomas

I agree that could be bad. But then again remember Scantron? Fill in the circle completely? Maybe some people didn't follow directions properly! If it comes to human error, which does happen, those people should have their votes counted. Whoever wins I think it is refreshing to have some honest excitement.

Re: Cory Thomas

Agree with the above.

Re: Cory Thomas

Those four votes do not count any provisional ballots. That need to be accepted or rejected.

Re: Cory Thomas

The results will almost certainly change. I can't ever remember a recount when they didn't, for whatever reason. Our most notable example is Dolan's 1st election for mayor. Initially the margin was 1 vote, but increased by several in a recount. This really could get interesting.

Re: Cory Thomas

When do the final results come out?

Re: Cory Thomas

They were published here earlier but the admins removed the post.

Re: Cory Thomas

No, admins did not remove any post updating precinct results.

Re: Cory Thomas

It's not ungracious. It's democracy*, of which recounts in very close races are a normal part.

Have no idea what "sidewalks guy" means, for that matter.

* Of course, when folks in Melrose gummint have problems with democracy and prefer to protect "our own", well, that illustrates the decline in good government here.

Re: Cory Thomas

It seems the recount is this week and it's open to the public? That's good... At least we know it will be honest

Re: Cory Thomas

Nice to hear. I'm rooting for Cory. Although he knows a lot of people, I don't consider him part of the inside culture or whatever the other guy said. Cory has been contributing to the community for many years. He is very organized and intelligent. Although an unpopular opinion with some of you newbies, the other guy got here 2 years ago and just wants to change Melrose to his liking. Cory has a more balanced approach.

I am concerned that the mail in votes will be from the other guys supporters because that seems to be a new Melrose thing. Too busy to vote so mail in.

Re: Cory Thomas

Here is my spiel on these 2. I am very interested in this race. I am just so tired of the way things work here. City Council is a job, like any other job. You don't have to work at the company to be the best candidate. Mr. Thomas talked so much about how long he has been here. Who cares? So has Infurna. So has Monica. So has a lot of the old alderman who didn't do a thing. And yet every year, the fire station falls apart, traffic gets worse, I watch kids almost get run over by maniacs cutting through the city, and yes, we get developers who just build whatever and wherever they want. Where is the plan!!!

Here is the truth, there is no plan. Because the way this city is run, we give jobs based on tenure. Well I call BS on that. From now on I am only voting for people who say what they will do. Because then I can call them on their BS if they fail. Candidates who want to "keep Melrose the same" will likely just be squirrely, and justify themselves to NOT do anything. They will blame others. Well, I'm done with that. From now on I only support people who have a plan. I respectfully do not think Mr Thomas has one.

Re: Cory Thomas

I generally agree with Just One Man. Melrose politicians have the standard small-town virus of being platitudinous and covering for each other when accountability comes a'calling. If we had a local press editor keen on not letting the latter happen, things might be different. Without that, it's up to voters to be less credulous and self-satisfied.

Re: Cory Thomas

^ could not have said it better

Re: Cory Thomas

Freedom of speech on an open message board - please seek other message boards if you are too offended - otherwise - accept the criteria for posting - anonymity & freedom of speech!

Re: Cory Thomas

It's come to the point that Cory would be the counter voice to some of the newly elected councilors giving a different perspective. I agree with some of what is said above but he wouldn't be coming on to the old board of aldermen where you would be correct in your assessment. He would be adding a different take on matters.

Watch and see with the new regime coming in. As The Who wisely said circa 1971: Meet the new boss same as the old boss in Won't Get Fooled Again.

Re: Cory Thomas

Any news or did I miss an announcement?

Re: Cory Thomas

After the recount Cory Thomas lost by 126 votes. Crazy swings!

Re: Cory Thomas

WTF is wrong with you? The margin remained 4 votes, which in and of itself is somewhat remarkable. Thomas election confirmed.

Re: Cory Thomas

BE
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T...Such a phony site...Fake.

Re: Cory Thomas

phony
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How silly and ridiculous, quoting from Ms. "I Don't Care," the one who got her citizenship (and that of her parents) by undressing for Orange ManBaby Fascist (whose own parents were "illegal" immigrants--oh and Nazi-lovers besides). Be Best and pay off those porn stars before tweeting more disgusting and unintelligible nonsense. Putin and the Saudi bone-sawers are pulling all the strings anyhow. Such role modeling for children and for the world! Sad to think there are some right here in Melrose that are so dumb and/or evil themselves that they would think such ugly characters are worthy of emulation.

Re: Cory Thomas

Sheesh
phony
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T...Such a phony site...Fake.
How silly and ridiculous, quoting from Ms. \"I Don\'t Care,\" the one who got her citizenship (and that of her parents) by undressing for Orange ManBaby Fascist (whose own parents were \"illegal\" immigrants--oh and Nazi-lovers besides). Be Best and pay off those porn stars before tweeting more disgusting and unintelligible nonsense. Putin and the Saudi bone-sawers are pulling all the strings anyhow. Such role modeling for children and for the world! Sad to think there are some right here in Melrose that are so dumb and/or evil themselves that they would think such ugly characters are worthy of emulation.
Before you begin the process of submitting your thoughts.Encompasses an aim-oriented flow of ideas and associations that can lead to a reality-oriented conclusion.Such as an opinion or belief.In the he spoke his or her thoughts freely.Just as positive words can smile or someone laugh, our thoughts.

Re: Cory Thomas

Knock It Off
WTF is wrong with you? The margin remained 4 votes, which in and of itself is somewhat remarkable. Thomas election confirmed.
I read that 1 more vote was discovered for each of them, leaving the gap still at 4 votes. Close especially considering Cory spent his whole life here getting to know people and his challenger moved here in 2016. Sidewalks sell.

Re: Cory Thomas

There is power in numbers.

Re: Cory Thomas

I'm glad Corey won. The other kid seemed a bit soft for my liking. Not into the whole beta male thing.

Re: Cory Thomas

^^ this is an offensively stupid opinion. Still, I assume you must live here in Melrose, and so since you are my neighbor, I should try. what exactly do you mean by this? be specific please

Re: Cory Thomas

I'm glad Cory won too. He will provide balance.

Re: Cory Thomas

Just one man
^^ this is an offensively stupid opinion. Still, I assume you must live here in Melrose, and so since you are my neighbor, I should try. what exactly do you mean by this? be specific please
I'm sure he's a nice enough guy, just not into the whole soy boy thing. He seems like a whiny, feminine type. Just not for me, thats all. Hope this post didn't "offend" you.

Re: Cory Thomas

It's just a comment that reveals way more about the commenter's own insecurities than anything else.

Re: Cory Thomas

Alpha Beta
I'm glad Corey won. The other kid seemed a bit soft for my liking. Not into the whole beta male thing.
Uh, the "kid" you speak of is 40 years old, which means his ideas for moving Melrose forward are far superior to any of the bloviating, third-generation, elderly windbags who fight even the mere suggestion of change.

Re: Cory Thomas

Haha, like you, I’m not from here. So spare me the “third generation” non sense. As I said, probably a decent guy, just didn’t vibe well with me. If I want a feminine attitude I’ll look toward a female, not Ryan Williams. I appreciate a real man, as I do a real woman. I’m sure you and the rest of the “open minded” libs can understand that.

Re: Cory Thomas

Alpha beta
I’m sure you and the rest of the “open minded” libs can understand that.


Don't count on it.

Re: Cory Thomas

It is almost poetic how purely ignorant it is to call someone "beta" ... on an anonymous internet message board. talk about a lack of self awareness.

Re: Cory Thomas

Just one man
It is almost poetic how purely ignorant it is to call someone "beta" ... on an anonymous internet message board. talk about a lack of self awareness.
If you’d like we could message privately and meet. I’m only “anonymous” because of the setting. Don’t get cocky, beta. Believe it or not, there are going to be opposing opinions outside of yours in this world. Toughen up or shut up.

Re: Cory Thomas

Alpha beta
Just one man
It is almost poetic how purely ignorant it is to call someone \"beta\" ... on an anonymous internet message board. talk about a lack of self awareness.
If you’d like we could message privately and meet. I’m only “anonymous” because of the setting. Don’t get cocky, beta. Believe it or not, there are going to be opposing opinions outside of yours in this world. Toughen up or shut up.
can we? How??

Re: Cory Thomas

Sheesh
phony
BE
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T...Such a phony site...Fake.
How silly and ridiculous, quoting from Ms. "I Don't Care," the one who got her citizenship (and that of her parents) by undressing for Orange ManBaby Fascist (whose own parents were "illegal" immigrants--oh and Nazi-lovers besides). Be Best and pay off those porn stars before tweeting more disgusting and unintelligible nonsense. Putin and the Saudi bone-sawers are pulling all the strings anyhow. Such role modeling for children and for the world! Sad to think there are some right here in Melrose that are so dumb and/or evil themselves that they would think such ugly characters are worthy of emulation.
Trump 2020! 4 more years, snowflake!

Re: Cory Thomas

Just one man
Alpha beta
Just one man
It is almost poetic how purely ignorant it is to call someone \\\"beta\\\" ... on an anonymous internet message board. talk about a lack of self awareness.
If you’d like we could message privately and meet. I’m only “anonymous” because of the setting. Don’t get cocky, beta. Believe it or not, there are going to be opposing opinions outside of yours in this world. Toughen up or shut up.
can we? How??
Thought we could, apparently that’s not an option.

Re: Cory Thomas

Alpha beta
Just one man
Alpha beta
Just one man
It is almost poetic how purely ignorant it is to call someone \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\"beta\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\" ... on an anonymous internet message board. talk about a lack of self awareness.
If you’d like we could message privately and meet. I’m only “anonymous” because of the setting. Don’t get cocky, beta. Believe it or not, there are going to be opposing opinions outside of yours in this world. Toughen up or shut up.
can we? How??
Thought we could, apparently that’s not an option.
This is ridiculous. You are all ridiculous and an embarrassment to your community. Merry Christmas. Get a life.

Re: Cory Thomas

If Ryan Williams decides to run again in two years, I’m confident he will win. Cory Thomas’s “I grew up here, I’m entitled to your vote, even though I’ve offered no explanation as to what I will do for you” townie support has maxed out. Ryan’s support will continue to grow.

Re: Cory Thomas

It is what it is.

Re: Cory Thomas

Alpha beta
Haha, like you, I’m not from here. So spare me the “third generation” non sense. As I said, probably a decent guy, just didn’t vibe well with me. If I want a feminine attitude I’ll look toward a female, not Ryan Williams. I appreciate a real man, as I do a real woman. I’m sure you and the rest of the “open minded” libs can understand that.
I’m sorry you don’t find Ryan Williams attractive enough. Most of us were voting for the guy we think would be most responsive if we needed help with a problem in the ward, or a dead tree cut down. I’m not looking to have sex with the guy, just looking for someone who will return my emails, but hey, you do you.

Seriously, if your looking for a “ hard man”, there are bars in Boston where they are easy to find. Or maybe try the CL personals.

Re: Cory Thomas

That was funny ^^^ above