By: Diane Benjamin
Bloomington Alderman Donna Boelen posted this video on Facebook yesterday. She is a advocate the Strong Towns philosophy.
Keep in mind I can see how many people read a story. I can also see how many people CLICK on something I post. PLEASE watch this really short video, it sums up everything I’ve been saying for years in just over a minute!
The video perfectly states why Illinois is a failing State – Bloomington and Normal aren’t far behind. Progressives don’t believe in Strong Towns philosophy.
Learn more about Strong Towns here: https://www.strongtowns.org/about
Excerpt:
It’s obvious what current leadership has gotten wrong – it’s called gambling with your money.
Government, from the bottom to the top, should follow this protocol. Maybe the word “Govern” should be banned. We need Community Accountability not governing!
Community, State and National Accountability…….no more governing!
Diane thanks for sharing.
This is right on target. Special interest groups have received way too funding for special projects while our basic infrastructure has suffered immensely.
I also reviewed Diane’s Facebook page and reached out to her.
Thanks again
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Did you mean Donna?
Thank you my friend. I will share on FB.
Imagine that…fiscal responsibility!! In order for a City to be strong and sustainable, not only the elected should be held accountable but also the citizens at large. Demand change!!
Get local private energy and venture capital off the sidelines! I agree 100%!!! Trouble is, those with the capital in BN have no idea how to invest the money in scalable technology companies, new and emerging businesses, and innovators that truly drive a local economy. They prefer instead to park (or squander) money competing in the zero-sum tournament that is the local restaurant scene where the profits are quite literally competed away. These folks have no convictions of their own; they wait to see what others might say and play it safe, so as not to upset the apple cart. “Bloomington beige”
“Common Sense” It REALLY hasn’t gone extinct!
Ask Koos and Renner if they agree with the video!
You make the assumption they have the intelligence to comprehend and understand what was said. They do not.
We BOTH know the answer to that “loaded” question…
Government has no business investing in private enterprises. Tax dollars should not be used for private businesses.