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Wow this has really become a racial issue. Let’s be fair. I deal with people all over the world for work and there is never a language barrier. Most educated people do speak English. Travel to most countries (that are not third world countries) and they will try to accommodate you. Unfortunately the newer immigrants that end up in our area are uneducated and from third world countries. Give them a chance.

However, I DO agree that they should NOT be dispatchers. Perhaps after some inexpensive English classes at the High School this person would be better qualified. I know it totally S**ks I use to feel the same exact way, but there is nothing we can do about this. New immigrants come into this country every day. Our ancestors were once treated the same way. I remember growing up hearing about stories from my family of signs on business saying…...Italians need not apply. Same goes for the Irish. Now we’re the ones doing all the judging. I wonder who the South Americans will judge in the next 30 years. I have no idea when I became the poster child for tolerance but it seems to be working well and I feel much better about myself. Try it!!!

in 1912 my Grandfather came here fom Germany, went through Ellis Island, and was dumped on the street not speaking any more english than "Please" and "Thank You"  within 6 months, he had learned enough to get by working for a local grocer, and was fluent within a year..if He didnt learn English, he didnt work, and therefore, didnt eat.  My Grandmother came from ireland speaking more Gaelic than English...same thing, She learned English fluently as soon as possible, so that she could fit in.  Now, nw Immigrants dont WANT to fit in.  Assimilation is a thing of the past.  Instead, the Pllice, Firemen and EMS are expected to be able to speak 50 different languages, and treated badly by the non-english speakers when they can't communicate.  I dont care if it's Spanish, Arabic, Portugese, Pashtun, Mandarin, Hindi, or any of the thousands of other Languages or dialects..Would an English-only speaker from here Immigrating to any of THOSE nations, be expected to learn the language there, or would THEY be catered to?  Let's be intellectually honest here, and admit that Immigrants here expect soemthing that they would deny to someone in their own home country.

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[Bitter unhappy residents.......]

I LOVE THIS!!! I just printed it out and hung it at my desk. It's so nice to hear some replies from some of the few "normal" residents of the town. I hope you all have a Great week end.

I MAKE YOUR WORDS MINE!!

and may I add:

"To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty, to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because YOU HAVE LIVED. This is to have succeded."

too bad there is a lack of successful people in this town!!

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[Bitter unhappy residents.......]

UGH I should have known that no one in this town could have a little fun.

Are you all that bitter and unhappy? There is a solution…… move out. There is so much negativity here. Actually it sounds a little like jealousy. Whose job is being moved? Who’s sleeping with whom? Who works for the town that shouldn’t? I work harder then her/him. The mayor S**ks. Losers live in the gardens.

Do you all know how freaking ignorant you sound? Why would anyone care about someone else's job? If no one is sleeping with your wife or husband who cares if they're having fun with someone else’s? The mayor S**ks? Ok that sounds like all the Americans that complain about the President. Guess what you guys????? You voted for him so stop bitching. If you have complaints why not take it up with him? He’s the mayor of Harrison not the President of the USA, I’m sure you can get a minute on his calendar it may not accomplish anything but at least you can get some of your animosity off your chest. If not, he lives in town, I’m sure you’ll run into him at some point. Seems that all anyone in this town wants to do is complain. It’s sad actually. Losers live in the gardens.....ok you got me there but guess what folks this is Harrison loser live everywhere. There are also good people, hard working people in the gardens and in Harrison. He/She has a town job? Working for Town isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. After all those people have to deal everyone complaining about them all the time and they don’t make any money for goodness sake. They might as well be volunteering for what they get paid. Of course they live in the gardens. How can they afford anything else? I’m sure I’m going to get slammed for this post but if just one person realizes how stupid this is it will be worth it.

The latest post is someone slamming the Booster club…..That is just NUTS!!!!! How can you complain about people that are volunteering their time for your kids? Pathetic!!!! If you would like to get involved there are several volunteer opportunities throughout the town that need volunteers. The Elks – another club people slam but during the holidays there always there giving out free stuff. The Lions Club – Ok so no one has complained about this one yet but after this I’m sure someone will find something to complain about. I’m sure they can use members. If you have children why not become a member of your child’s PTA? There is so much else you can do in town. Why are you bothering the people that run the Booster Club? They work well together and are willing to give up their free time let them do it. I can’t imagine anyone else doing a better job anyway.

Now don’t even let me get started on the Police Department. How freaking disgusting that everyone bashes the police department. They’re all there when you need them. Again it’s another case of just wanting to complain about something. If you have a problem with a police officer and it’s a valid one file a complaint. It will be looked into. If you don’t follow the proper protocol it’s probably because you’re full of crap and making something up. I have found the officers to be very helpful in my experience with them. I don't really know much about the special officers, only what I've read on this post but it seems they don't stand a chance. It's unfortunate that they are not hiring more police office with the increasing population in town and I do think that is a bad idea. I have not voiced my opinion to anyone yet because I don't really know enough about it. Why is everyone coming down so hard on whoever the people are that were hired for these special jobs? Again sounds kind of like jealousy to me. whatever.

OMG I have just turned into one of those annoying people that write a lot of crap. OH WELL!!!! Be happy for once seriously…..there is always someone that has it a lot worse. If you’re able to get up in the morning and move about on your one you have at least 2 things to be thankful for.

[RED BULLS STADIUM]

Ok Ladies (and some men)

There is a positive to the Red Bulls Stadium so you can all stop complaining for a little while........When L.A. Galaxy come to Harrison to play the Red Bulls we will have the privilege of seeing David Beckham all sweaty, HOT and Gorgeous !!!!!!!

You can't tell me you're not looking forward to that. I am!!!!