Darrel and Addie

Letter From Addie Russell

My Sincere "Thanks"...

I want to take this opportunity to thank the hundreds of people who have, in one way or another, volunteered their time, made a donation, or helped with my campaign. I truly appreciate all of your hard work and encouragement and your generosity will remain with me for life..................

News 10 Now in the Bay

News10Now coverage of the Assembly race for the 118th River District. Write up and video of Addie's visit yesterday in A Bay.

Addie Russell makes a "House Call"

Addie wanted to meet "Aunt" Marie Tousant of Alexandria Bay.  Aunt Marie is a special lady because she is 101 years old and a Democrat.  This was a very enjoyable visit for both Addie and Marie and I am glad I had the opportunity to video it.

Rally for Addie in Alex Bay

Addie was in Abay this morning part of her 23 stop tour.  She took time out of her busy schedule to make an extra stop.  She wanted to meet and visit with a real Die Hard Democrat.  Check out the slide show.

Darrel Aubertine speaks in Abay

Addie Russell at the Meet & Greet Today

Addie warmed up the gathering for Darrel

Darrel Aubertine in Abay

Darrel visited Alex Bay today with a special guest, Addie Russell.  Other local dignitaries were also present.

Addie Russell 8 Day schedule

Addie will be making appearences across the 118th River District over the next 8 days.  Her schedule appears in Todays WDT

Republican Richard Drake

Richard Drake is a Republican running for the 1 year term for Alex. Bay Village Board Trustee.  Richard also works as a Broker for BCYB and is a Captain of the tour boat Bonnie Belle.  The following is an email that I recieved from Richard:

Dear Village of Alexandria Bay,
Most people don't know me very well and that is why I am writing this letter, to introduce myself and explain why I am running for Village Trustee. I have nothing but good intentions going into this. I truly love Alexandria Bay, and the people here have been great to work and live with. I moved here 5 years ago, and vowed I would never live anywhere else. I became friends with several of the village residents, some of whom were involved in village politics. I have listened enough to become interested and often passionate about certain subjects.

I cannot go out and make people promises that I can't keep. I won't say, "I will accomplish this" , or "I will do that", because frankly, I just don't know. I have never done anything like this before, My grandfather was on the village board in Clayton for a good number of years so I do have an idea of what it takes to do the job. I am running for the one year term on purpose...to get my feet wet and see what, if anything I can do to make Alexandria Bay a better place to live, work and recreate. This community has more potential than any place I have been. I would like to see an Alex Bay that thrives all year long, not just in the summer months. I would like to see an Alex Bay that doesn't rely on 3 or 4 drunken weekends to conduct all the business for the "season". I would also like to see the "season" go from January to December. There is no reason that this community cannot have a thriving economy all year long. The one thing that I am very interested in is making this place even better. I don't think that can be done by one person, certainly not in one year, but gradually over time. I may get elected and become discouraged, or find it too time consuming, or mentally demanding. In that case I will give it my all for the full term that I was elected to and I will choose to not run again. On the other hand,I may find it rewarding and satisfying. In that case will continue to try to serve on the future boards.

There is a very real possibility that I won't get elected at all, in that case I will continue to try and promote commerce and progress in Alexandria Bay the way I have been doing...interacting with our local community and making the tourists feel at home while visiting the 1000 Islands.

Believe me, my intentions are all good. I want to do what is best for our Village Community.
Sincerely,

Richard Leslie Drake

A Clear Message From Addie

This new TV Ad by Addie is profound in it's simplistic message...................nothing more needs to be said, just give it a listen:

I watched the Whole Interview

My mind goes in a million different directions......and I normally can not maintain enough attention to watch a video or a movie that does not have action or suspense.  The Addie Jenne Russell Interview did not have that edge of your seat lure or heart thumping adrenalin rush.  So what kept me watching and actively listening?  This type of media and interview is new to our community and I was interested in seeing how well it was going to be "pulled off".  I was waiting for some kind of a political punch out of nowhere.  That did not happen......The interview was conducted just as was described in both Blogs.  I was also curious to see what opportunity that Bobby and Darrel missed.  All that can be said is:  "Boyz ya missed the boat on this one"  The questions were appropriate but not namby-pamby, and the answers from Addie were honest, direct and from the heart.  I would be cheating you if I said anymore about this interview, spoiling it for you,.......You need to take the time and watch and listen to Addie.  Then you can take another step toward making the decision, of who you want to be in the Assembly of the 118th River District.

Candidates Defined Project

A project started by two opposing blogs: Danger Democrat and Political IV.  A very informal but in depth interview with Addie Jenne Russell and Dave Renzi.

Watch the interview with Addie here.

My Mistake

Captain Pat sent me a comment and I think I might have deleted it.  Sorry about that Pat.  He basically said that things were going well but he felt a little tired and would post more comments in the near future.  Please post your comment again Pat, I promise I will not delete it again................

The Poll>>>>>>> A TIE

I started this poll 6 days ago and it concluded tonight.  The question I asked was:

If you Had to Vote today, Who Would You Choose?
Addie Russell for the 118th River District Assembly
Bobby Cantwell for the 118th River District Assembly

I will admit that the polling started out  very slow but picked up momentum.  Here are the results:  44 of you voted and the end results were:

22 Voted in Favor of Addie Russell [D]

22 Voted in Favor of Bobby Cantwell [R]

Officer Pitts

I received the comment below and thought to myself, this is not your typical anonymous said statement.  So before I published it, I called Mayor Robb to ask him if anything happened today between Chief Mullaney and Officer Pitts.  The Mayor told me that the Village Board relieved Officer Pitts of his duties today.  The Mayor also stressed that Chief Mullaney did not make this decision.  Let me repeat this for some of this blogs slower and dim posters.......The Village Board Made This Decision.... NOT Chief Mullaney
There are no details about the removal of Mr. Pitts from his position today,  Mayor Robb stated that this is a personel issue and no specifics can be discussed with the public.


Anonymous said...



Officer Pitts was FIRED today by the Chief. What is wrong with this Village Board?


September 24, 2008 5:55 PM

Time to Take a Step Back

There is alot going on in our community politically.  I have some information that just makes me want to stop for moment and take a breath...............and think...........and reflect.  My friend [and yours] our former Mayor, Pat Simpson as you all know, is in need of a liver transplant.  Pat had some complications this past week but is now in stable condition and doing well.  Please take a moment each day and keep Pat in your prayers or thoughts, that he may soon overcome his illness.

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Local Political Signs

All sorts of political signs line the roads .  Here is the first one I have seen for Village Trustee.

Politico Comments

Some conversation is happening over at jeffcowebboard hopefully we can kick it up a grade level or 2.  Or maybe not..  The king of  I Know You Are But What Am I

An afternoon on the River with Addie