Hey Cervantes, You Don't Scare Me Vato, Try Harder...

So this guy Mike Cervantes, Contreras, Johnson, Smith, or whatever, decided he wants to pick a fight with me.

Actually from what I read, it sounded more like a threat.

Sorry Cervantes, I've been threatened by a whole lot more intimidating people than you. You're going to have to try much harder. But if you are interested in tossing threats my way, get in line vato. The people in this town that want ill to fall upon me is pretty long. You think you're the first person in this town to toss a threat my way? A threat from you is like a girl from my high school days...you weren't the first...and you damn sure won't be the last...(only I don't have to tell you I love you and not mean it).

But since you decided you want to pick a fight...I'll play.

Lets start with buttering my bread. Clearly you are making an allegation that I know for a fact you are incapable of substantiating. But from your mailers...it looks like you are used to writing things you can't substantiate...

So let's talk about it.

My basic premise is that I have serious issues with Cervantes, Lopez, Johnson, or whatever his name is, because if he can't get facts about his opponents record right, well then I feel it calls in to question his decision-making.

Let's start with the ambulance. Life Ambulance has had their contract with the county for years. Probably close to 20 years. Its not a new thing. Perez has only been on Commissioner's Court for 4 years. You're a lawyer and went to college, I'm sure you can do the math on that one. From what I was able to gather there weren't any complaints or anything about the service of the company, but they wanted to put it out to bid for the mere fact that they had the contract for so long. It makes sense to give another company a shot every now and then.

Life Ambulance lost their lobbyist a while back and Art Fierro was recommended for the position. Perhaps Cervantes, Contreras, Smith or whatever his name is, should've actually inquired about his contract before he makes accusations. In fact his poll workers at Pavo Real are going so far as to tell voters Perez is corrupt at polling places and saying that she participates in nepotism.

First, your poll workers should know how to pronounce the word. Next, they should know what the definition is.

But if you read the contract it specifically states that he agreed to work with the ambulance company as long as they agree to never ask him to assist with County or Community College business.  Perez HERSELF drew up the contract in order to avoid a conflict.

It also appears she filed a conflict affidavit with the County Clerk saying she had a personal conflict with the ambulance company. When the issue comes up, not only does Perez not vote on the issue, she actually gets up and leaves the room. That is going above and beyond what she has to do. Frankly that is the kind of ethical leadership that regrettably is the exception rather than the rule.

Life Ambulance has made contributions to Perez and other members of Commissioner's Court. Perez is the only one that doesn't vote on their issues.

And now, lets talk about Mr. Head. He's the spouse of Perez's staffer Norma. Perez appointed him to a commission with the county. Frankly, not enough people apply for those positions (which I don't think are even paid) and so they are always needing people. Mr. Head is a retired big shot from TxDOT. From what I gather, he's got solid credentials. Thats what we want in appointees.

He donated $50 to Perez's campaign. 50 bucks. I realize that elected officials have sold their souls in this town for pretty cheap, but not $50 cheap. Not for something that doesn't benefit Perez or Mr. Head one bit.

And the Sports Park, give me a break, Perez wasn't even on the Commissioner's Court until after the deal with Big League dreams.

And then there's the accusation that Perez has never held a community meeting. I have video of a community meeting Perez held. I recorded it. I can also put you in touch with constituents that attended and I'm quite certain there was a sign-in sheet. But the bottom line is there is video of something alleged to have never happened. All it takes is a little leg work to track this stuff down.

What's the term they use for that...oh yeah, DUE DILIGENCE.

I'd figure an attorney would be more diligent with facts Mr. Cervantes. So I stand by my personal assessment that someone who can't get basic facts rights causes me doubt as to whether or not I feel comfortable putting them on the bench.

And as for my so-called limited knowledge I almost don't want to dignify that with a response, but lets face it, I love a good fight...

When people start coming to you for your analysis on the political waters in El Paso then we can talk. Until then, how about we leave the law to you and you leave politics to someone who clearly has a deeper understanding and knowledge of it than you do.

Your serve Contreras, er, Cervantes...

SSSSSSsssssss.....Hear that? Sounds like butter burning...