What I said and what I meant to say

Jane Mitakides Answers Questions on transportation systems

As of today, I’m officially the underdog, since Jane Mitakides got the endorsement of the Montgomery County Democratic party last night. I’d like to know what the other 3 Democratic Parties in the district think, but, apparently, there isn’t much interest in this race from their party Chairmen. In her last outing for Congress, she Read More

David Esrati interviewed by DAVIDeBOWMAN podcast

I can’t knock on 25,000 doors between now and March 4. It’s too bad, because I’d like to meet all the people I need to vote for me for this to continue to November. While postcards are nice, and this website is even better, sometimes, people just want to hear what a candidate has to Read More

I’m David Esrati, and I think for myself

Today I was “screened” twice. Both times behind closed doors, both by people who think they are politically astute. I’ve been through these before, yet, for some reason, I thought I was going to be asked hard questions. Issues, answers, qualifications, positions, solutions? Nope. None of the above. It’s all about the money. How much Read More

And the truth will set you free- (just don’t record our screening meetings)

I’m faced with a dilemma. The Dayton Daily News editorial board wants to meet with the three candidates for the primary next Wednesday at 11am. I believe that deliberative meetings concerning the endorsement of candidates are as important, or maybe even more important than the deliberations of elected officials which are supposed to be held Read More

Am I an uncompromising asshole- and is that a good thing?

In the last 24 hours, I’ve talked with 2 elected representatives I respect. Both tell me the same thing: you can’t get elected if you keep stepping on toes. The fulcrum comes from this post: How to beat Mike Turner in OH3 where I say: What may be the most significant statement of all as Read More

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