Comments on: Reign of Kahn: 18-term legislator faces DFL challenger

By: petervevang

petervevang — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:57:58 +0000

In response to the post by Dan Duhamel, who I respect and admire, I would like to clarify a couple of things. First, Dan is not presently an officer of the DFL. He and Joel were last elected in 2006, and this cycle Dan chose to help his close friend Joel run for office. Personally I was shocked, saddened and confused to hear this news that Joel was running. I appreciate all the work Dan and Joel did previously. The DFL has had its internal disagreements in the past. This year was not one of those years. We had nearly unanimous agreement at this last convention. This is not a year of DFL division and this race seems to have come out of the blue in my opinion. At any rate, the people will decide this.

Also, to correct the record. As far as I know, the DLS supporters mentioned in the article are not trying to stir things up based on that issue. I don't believe there is anything out there other than rumor and speculation that shows they have crossed the river from where they live to carry out some kind of vendetta against Phyllis and the DFL in 59. What would be the point? It certainly wouldn't help Joel. I have yet to see any evidence that they have done anything of the sort. To imply that this is the case without a corroborating source is just poor journalism.

And as for Joe Soucheray, I will pray for him, but I am not sure it will be enough.

By: nospamformo

nospamformo — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:39:07 +0000

The subhead on this article was seriously misleading. The answer is NO.

Joel stated clearly that Kahn's perfunctory acceptance speech at the nominating convention finally pushed him into running.

The Independent needs to be a bit less sensational, and the readers need to, uh, actually read the article for comprehension.

By: sbrenny

sbrenny — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 23:20:48 +0000

It is pretty clear to me that the people commenting above about the the “stadium” have entirely missed the point of the article. They do not differ on the stadium issue. In fact, Mr. Rainville has no interest in the stadium issue or at least has not been involved in it at all. Mr. Rainville, per the article above, is running because Ms. Kahn has lost touch with reality and what is happening now. Come on now, seriously, the effects of astro turf?? Give me a break. It is also my understanding that she is considering legislation that would make it legal for bicyclists to run red lights. I don't think Ms. Kahn is dealing with real issues anymore. I agree that a fresh perspective is needed. I also know that this is a general feeling in much of the district. I for one am voting for Mr. Rainville. Ms. Khan really should retire. The sole reason for her longevity has been lack of serious competition in her district.

By: danduhamel

danduhamel — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 22:51:24 +0000

To know more about Joel Rainville's campaign, and the issues that are important to him, please visit www.joelrainville.com.

I have know Joel for many years and can tell you that he is not running because of the stadium issue. That is just one example of why it is time for a fresh perspective in 59B. It is important for a representative to be in touch with the issues that are important to their constituency and take those issues to the floor of the House of Representatives - not local issues that should be dealt with at the local level.

As an officer in Senate Distrit 59 DFL for the past 4 years, I know that Joel and Phyllis have met a number of times at various events. I also know that Joel has been very active in the local party unit for the past number of years, most recently serving as Secretary for the past 2 years. Active local elected officials throughout the district are quite familiar with Joel and the work that he has done for his community.

Again, to find out more about Joel and his campaign, please visit www.joelrainville.com.

By: pwschatz

pwschatz — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 20:46:51 +0000

He's running against her based on .. a …. football….. stadium.

And he thinks she doesn't concentrate on the bigger picture.

By: edkohler

edkohler — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 14:31:07 +0000

Without knowing more about Rainville's positions, it's hard to form an opinion. But if a division on the stadium issue is one of their bigger differences, I'm sticking with Kahn.

By: petervevang

petervevang — Wed, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

Also, to correct the record. As far as I know, the DLS supporters mentioned in the article are not trying to stir things up based on that issue. I don’t believe there is anything out there other than rumor and speculation that shows they have crossed the river from where they live to carry out some kind of vendetta against Phyllis and the DFL in 59. What would be the point? It certainly wouldn’t help Joel. I have yet to see any evidence that they have done anything of the sort. To imply that this is the case without a corroborating source is just poor journalism.

And as for Joe Soucheray, I will pray for him, but I am not sure it will be enough.

By: nospamformo

nospamformo — Wed, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

The subhead on this article was seriously misleading. The answer is NO.

Joel stated clearly that Kahn’s perfunctory acceptance speech at the nominating convention finally pushed him into running.

The Independent needs to be a bit less sensational, and the readers need to, uh, actually read the article for comprehension.

By: sbrenny

sbrenny — Wed, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

It is pretty clear to me that the people commenting above about the the “stadium” have entirely missed the point of the article. They do not differ on the stadium issue. In fact, Mr. Rainville has no interest in the stadium issue or at least has not been involved in it at all. Mr. Rainville, per the article above, is running because Ms. Kahn has lost touch with reality and what is happening now. Come on now, seriously, the effects of astro turf?? Give me a break. It is also my understanding that she is considering legislation that would make it legal for bicyclists to run red lights. I don’t think Ms. Kahn is dealing with real issues anymore. I agree that a fresh perspective is needed. I also know that this is a general feeling in much of the district. I for one am voting for Mr. Rainville. Ms. Khan really should retire. The sole reason for her longevity has been lack of serious competition in her district.

By: danduhamel

danduhamel — Wed, 30 Nov -0001 00:00:00 +0000

To know more about Joel Rainville’s campaign, and the issues that are important to him, please visit http://www.joelrainville.com.

I have know Joel for many years and can tell you that he is not running because of the stadium issue. That is just one example of why it is time for a fresh perspective in 59B. It is important for a representative to be in touch with the issues that are important to their constituency and take those issues to the floor of the House of Representatives – not local issues that should be dealt with at the local level.

As an officer in Senate Distrit 59 DFL for the past 4 years, I know that Joel and Phyllis have met a number of times at various events. I also know that Joel has been very active in the local party unit for the past number of years, most recently serving as Secretary for the past 2 years. Active local elected officials throughout the district are quite familiar with Joel and the work that he has done for his community.

Again, to find out more about Joel and his campaign, please visit http://www.joelrainville.com.