Tejano Democrat President Uses Profanity at Dem Meeting
Yet again the El Paso Democratic Party is embarrased by the conduct of the president of the Paso Del Norte Tejano Democrats, Blanche Darley. During last nights' meeting of the Executive Committee of the El Paso Democratic Party Darley used profanity when speaking about other Democratic Party clubs (other than the Tejanos).
And frankly, I don't understand how the people who wear the black robes, esteemed judges and members of the court, along with elected officials, can continue to associate themselves with an organization that has Blanche Darley as its head.
You people are referred to by the title "Honorable". But I ask you publicly, where is the honor in condoning the behavior of Blanche Darley?
At last night's meeting things got out of hand again. And once again, the source for the circus atmosphere was Blanche Darley. She basically throws the rules out and does what she wants. But she is only able to do so insofar as her conduct is tolerate by leadership. People call points of order and she continues her conduct.
No one stops her.
She is a member of the Democratic Party Hall of Fame, a former Super Delegate, a Precinct Chair and head of the Tejano Dems. Is that type of leadership that represents the El Paso Democratic Party???
She is afforded conduct that other precinct chairs are not. And it is tolerated by leadership. In short, the clashes would not take place if Darley was forced to conduct herself in the same manner as the rest of the membership. Without Darley as the chief catalyst, then moving forward would be much easier for the entire party.
Its simple, you treat the cause, not the symptom. Reaction from other members would not ever need to occur if there were appropriate conduct from the start. Its that simple. When decorum is not respected, the body is not respected.
The whole argument was over the recognition of the Presidents and Vice Presidents (Chairs and Vice Chairs) of various Democratic Party auxilleries in the Executive Committee. Before I get in to the the argument of why they should be included, let me first ask these rhetorical questions.
If we believe in the values of our Party and want to push those values forward, why would we NOT want the maximum amount of participation in the process? Do we have TOO many Democrats? Do we have TOO much participation? Have we TOO many volunteers? Is there an OVER ABUNDANCE of talent and treasure in the El Paso Democratic Party?
If the answer to any of these questions is "yes", then everything is fine and we should win every election by two touchdowns.
But if the answer is "no", do we not benefit from increased participation?
But that really isn't the point is it? Its not really about the Party for some is it? In fact, its more about titles and turf for many isn't it?
Let me get to my argument for inclusion of officers of auxilleries. I think most people who have spent any significant amount of time around the El Paso Democratic Party know one thing for sure. The average Precinct Chair isn't doing their job. Its that simple.
I don't mean all precinct chairs because there are some hardcore rockstar Precinct Chairs out there. But they are the exception to the rule. In fact, truth be told, our Party is such a failure that a significant number of Precinct Chairs are vacant.
In fact, 65% of precinct chairs in El Paso County are vacant!
We have 173 precincts in El Paso and yet 112 have no precinct chair. And somehow we have the nerve to call ourselves the Democratic Stronghold of Texas.
In start contrast to the average precinct chair, officers of clubs like Ken Sutherland, Victor Salas, Alfredo Longoria, Jay Desai, Oscar Baeza, Antonio Williams, Don Williams, and now Ana Martinez all do things that your average precinct chair doesn't do.
They:
Expand the base.
Increase participation in the El Paso Democratic Party
Advocate for the Party's Agenda
Raise the profile of the El Paso Democratic Party
Raise money!
In short, the worst officer of any club has done something more meaningful for the betterment of the El Paso County Democratic Party than your average precinct chair.
The El Paso Democratic Party hasn't hosted any candidate forums, which boggles the mind. The clubs have given the candidates support for places to speak and people to talk to. Its the clubs that raise money. Its clubs that do the work. Its clubs that organize. Its clubs that volunteer. Candidates seek out the endorsement, assistance, and advice of club leadership.
And yet, a group of around 20 precinct chairs, many of which don't actually work (they just want to hold the title like its a Lordship) do not want Club Officers to have a voice at the Executive Committee.
That is an embarrassment.
How can we call ourselves the Stronghold of the Democratic Party of Texas if we discourage the participation of good Democrats? If we seek first to exclude rather than include? If we allow individual agendas and turfism to take priority over the needs of the Party?
Enough is enough.
And frankly, I don't understand how the people who wear the black robes, esteemed judges and members of the court, along with elected officials, can continue to associate themselves with an organization that has Blanche Darley as its head.
You people are referred to by the title "Honorable". But I ask you publicly, where is the honor in condoning the behavior of Blanche Darley?
At last night's meeting things got out of hand again. And once again, the source for the circus atmosphere was Blanche Darley. She basically throws the rules out and does what she wants. But she is only able to do so insofar as her conduct is tolerate by leadership. People call points of order and she continues her conduct.
No one stops her.
She is a member of the Democratic Party Hall of Fame, a former Super Delegate, a Precinct Chair and head of the Tejano Dems. Is that type of leadership that represents the El Paso Democratic Party???
She is afforded conduct that other precinct chairs are not. And it is tolerated by leadership. In short, the clashes would not take place if Darley was forced to conduct herself in the same manner as the rest of the membership. Without Darley as the chief catalyst, then moving forward would be much easier for the entire party.
Its simple, you treat the cause, not the symptom. Reaction from other members would not ever need to occur if there were appropriate conduct from the start. Its that simple. When decorum is not respected, the body is not respected.
The whole argument was over the recognition of the Presidents and Vice Presidents (Chairs and Vice Chairs) of various Democratic Party auxilleries in the Executive Committee. Before I get in to the the argument of why they should be included, let me first ask these rhetorical questions.
If we believe in the values of our Party and want to push those values forward, why would we NOT want the maximum amount of participation in the process? Do we have TOO many Democrats? Do we have TOO much participation? Have we TOO many volunteers? Is there an OVER ABUNDANCE of talent and treasure in the El Paso Democratic Party?
If the answer to any of these questions is "yes", then everything is fine and we should win every election by two touchdowns.
But if the answer is "no", do we not benefit from increased participation?
But that really isn't the point is it? Its not really about the Party for some is it? In fact, its more about titles and turf for many isn't it?
Let me get to my argument for inclusion of officers of auxilleries. I think most people who have spent any significant amount of time around the El Paso Democratic Party know one thing for sure. The average Precinct Chair isn't doing their job. Its that simple.
I don't mean all precinct chairs because there are some hardcore rockstar Precinct Chairs out there. But they are the exception to the rule. In fact, truth be told, our Party is such a failure that a significant number of Precinct Chairs are vacant.
In fact, 65% of precinct chairs in El Paso County are vacant!
We have 173 precincts in El Paso and yet 112 have no precinct chair. And somehow we have the nerve to call ourselves the Democratic Stronghold of Texas.
In start contrast to the average precinct chair, officers of clubs like Ken Sutherland, Victor Salas, Alfredo Longoria, Jay Desai, Oscar Baeza, Antonio Williams, Don Williams, and now Ana Martinez all do things that your average precinct chair doesn't do.
They:
Expand the base.
Increase participation in the El Paso Democratic Party
Advocate for the Party's Agenda
Raise the profile of the El Paso Democratic Party
Raise money!
In short, the worst officer of any club has done something more meaningful for the betterment of the El Paso County Democratic Party than your average precinct chair.
The El Paso Democratic Party hasn't hosted any candidate forums, which boggles the mind. The clubs have given the candidates support for places to speak and people to talk to. Its the clubs that raise money. Its clubs that do the work. Its clubs that organize. Its clubs that volunteer. Candidates seek out the endorsement, assistance, and advice of club leadership.
And yet, a group of around 20 precinct chairs, many of which don't actually work (they just want to hold the title like its a Lordship) do not want Club Officers to have a voice at the Executive Committee.
That is an embarrassment.
How can we call ourselves the Stronghold of the Democratic Party of Texas if we discourage the participation of good Democrats? If we seek first to exclude rather than include? If we allow individual agendas and turfism to take priority over the needs of the Party?
Enough is enough.
This isn't about the Tejanos. This is about Blanche. Blanche was the problem and no one else should have to walk on egg shells because of her.
ReplyDeleteThe people you call Johnny Come Lately are all people that have been around and ACTIVE in the party since at least the 2008 election Jan.
I think you make a fair statement, I just don't think its reasonable to act like WE should walk on egg shells because of Blanche and we are not talking about people that haven't been involved. They are people that have helped candidates through phone banking and blocking walking.
You are confusing the organization of the group with their participation of the individuals.
In short, they have paid their dues. No Democrat should be subjected to how Blanche treats people. Period!
Well said Antonio!!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat kind of douche bag talks about somebody else's mamma? In fact, doing so raises the question as to how your mother raised you Memo.
ReplyDeleteAnd Memo, Antonio is a grown man. Clearly you are not.
And your comments reflect the kind of behavior Blanche is known for.
ReplyDeleteRespect is earned. Blanche hasn't earned it.
And another thing Memo, I know Isela. She has sons any mother would be proud of. Her son recently graduated from law school. I'm confident that is more than you have accomplished.
ReplyDeleteSo I think given that fact, he is a great reflection of his mother's parenting.
You on the other hand....well, perhaps you reflect your mother's parenting.