02-01-2009, 04:01 PM
[quote="NorthsideKaren"]I suspect they'll be pushing for Guzman. Waukegan Leadership Council formed originally to fight 287G. And wasn't is Guzman with his finger in Hyde's face
during that time?
We shall see. I have heard all of the candidates (except Hyde) speak about their plans and visions for Waukegan if elected. With all due respect Mr. Guzman came across as the least experienced, had no clear vision, and contradicted himself. It appeared that he had one agenda and that was to stop the 'police harassment' of 'his people', to rescind the 287g application and to stop code enforcement from going into homes. When asked about his plans to enhance our economy and other specific questions he kept saying that 'we should hire experts like they have in Libertyville.'
This was a couple of months ago. So perhaps his handlers have groomed him and brought him up to speed. But I would be very disappointed in the Waukegan Leadership Council if they are backing Mr. Guzman for the obvious reasons. Having heard 5 out of the 6 candidates I can categorically say that he is not the best choice to lead this city.
And yes, Mr. Guzman did point his finger in Mayor Hyde's face. I witnessed this in person at the council meeting. The picture made the front page of the News Sun. After a brief terse conversation they did actually shake hands but... I can post what proceeded this if anyone wants to know.
during that time?
We shall see. I have heard all of the candidates (except Hyde) speak about their plans and visions for Waukegan if elected. With all due respect Mr. Guzman came across as the least experienced, had no clear vision, and contradicted himself. It appeared that he had one agenda and that was to stop the 'police harassment' of 'his people', to rescind the 287g application and to stop code enforcement from going into homes. When asked about his plans to enhance our economy and other specific questions he kept saying that 'we should hire experts like they have in Libertyville.'
This was a couple of months ago. So perhaps his handlers have groomed him and brought him up to speed. But I would be very disappointed in the Waukegan Leadership Council if they are backing Mr. Guzman for the obvious reasons. Having heard 5 out of the 6 candidates I can categorically say that he is not the best choice to lead this city.
And yes, Mr. Guzman did point his finger in Mayor Hyde's face. I witnessed this in person at the council meeting. The picture made the front page of the News Sun. After a brief terse conversation they did actually shake hands but... I can post what proceeded this if anyone wants to know.