They NEED to constantly find fault with what the Mayor does, as that's essential to keeping Pilchesky's merry band of "supporters" tied to the site. Whether he does something worthy of criticism (which he does...like every other politician, *cough Janet Evans cough*) or not, it doesn't matter. If they weren't constantly personally bashing the Mayor, Judy Gatelli, et all, there wouldn't be a reason to worship at the altar of Pilchesky.

Contrary to what you read from some, DD has never been about being a watch-dog over government. If it was, criticism of Janet (got myself and my son teaching positions) Evans would be allowed. Rather, DD is all about simply trying to inflict pain on people that Joe Pilchesky, for whatever reason, does not like. The ironic part is that in the case of Mayor Doherty, he has failed, miserably.

Free Speech does't require a multi-paragrah disclaimer Mr. Pilchesky.

Why are the clowns on DD insulting the memory of the fire Captain by ranting and raving all about Doherty on this somber day ??? What a bunch of jerks,,

I think these two posts fit quite nicely into this thread .... they show us just how much of an idiot Joe Pilchesky is ... and how he tries to become an important part of every event or situation that happens in the City of Scranton.

Now if you read the first post carefully you will see that Mr. Pilchesky states that he he was not in attendance nor did he see the broadcast of the funeral ...

Joe Pilchesky Posts: 1955 Date: Jan 10 11:15 PM, 2008 Views: 87

Quote | Reply Priest gives Doherty a plug??? I wasn't there, but I've heard from a few sources that the priest who said the mass recognized Doherty and his cronies as special guests, or something to that effect? Is nothing sacred? That's all I'm asking. Bad enough the Ch. 28cameraman swept the lens by himsitting next to Kanjo and Casey several times, but an honorable mention of theprick who looks upon fireman with such disdain ruffles my political feathers. Truth be told, it turns my stomach. That couldn't have gone over very well in a church full of fireman. Couldn't have. Sorry, can't help myself. Doherty and company should have been seated well at the rear and the front should have been reserved for the human kind.

..... now he does not come right out and say he did not see the broadcast however we can be assured that he did not when he makes the statement that he heard from a source what was said.

And then he posts this:

Joe Pilchesky Posts: 1955 Date: Jan 10 8:51 PM, 2008 Views: 122

Quote | Reply RE: In memory of Jim Robeson Scranton's most celebrated tribute ever to a fallen hero came to a close today with the burial of Capt. Jim Robeson. There's just too much to say about the events as they unfolded today, but I will share this with those not in attendance thatthere wasn't a dry eye anywhere, practically from start to finish. Jim's son read one of two eulogies that honored his Dad in every way a son could glorify a life of love, care, giving and dedication to his family, friends and job. "My Dad diedthe way he wanted to die." The entire route was overflowing with gestures of sadness and pride, to include the presence of hundreds upon hundreds of children,some smaller childrendressed as a fireman, some with badges on them, others as young a 3 saluting the coffin as it passed, and still hundreds of others waving flags. There was a baby in a playpen, and in front of the playpen, were two large toy firetrucks with the ladders raised and a flag adorning the top, which got to everyone in the procession. That's justa small example of the outpouring of emotion that galvanized everyone in their grief and respect. Many houses had black ribbons tied to their porches. A huge contingent of officers from everywhere paid their respects, vehicles endlessly lined up with lights flashing.Even a paramedic transport helicoper floated above the gravein a final good-bye to a man who was clearly an unselfish, quiet hero in many senses of the word, and as we all know now, bigger than life. -- Edited by Joe Pilchesky at 20:53, 2008-01-10

.... Now it is only my opinion but Pilchesky needs to make up his mind .... was he there or was he not there ... by his own admission he was not in attendance .... yet he gives a descriptive narrative on exactly what happened in the procession as if he were a part of it ... one would think that he walked with the family and firefighters ... yet he said he did not attend .... hmmmmm

And he has the nerve to talk about anyone taking away from this time of mourning for this family and the fire department ... he is trying to make a political football out of this tragedy ... he is trying .... in my opinion to make everyone believe that he was a part of this ... just another fine example of his narcissism ... Get a life Joe ... you probably didn't even know this man ... you should be ashamed of yourself!