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Ripa lawsuit posted

Date: 03:46 PM May 22, 2007

Ripa is claiming she was sexually harrassed? She claims she told Chief Ingemi? Why didn't he take action? Are you implying the Chief covered this up? Or will the Chief claim Ripa is not telling the truth?

Date: 03:59 PM May 22, 2007

Since this is being published on a polticial website by a candidate for a political office who is also a public employee, does the First Amendment apply or is it the position of the Democratic Party that the Bill of Rights has been suspended? Are the Democrats threatening to sue anyone they don't agree with?

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The Democrats aren't suing anyone, an employee of the Town of Hammonton has filed a suit against the Town and many others. Ms. Ripa started this 2 years ago when her name was tarnished and over other events that have occurred during the two years since. It just so happens that she is a candidate. She still loves this Town and wants to serve. As stated above, do you feel her rights mean absolutely nothing just because she is a candidate? Should public officials be permitted to act in this fashion just because she is a candidate? It's interesting how everyone screams about how they want a positive campaign, but you have been bashing the Democratic candidates from day one. That's OK, that shows everyone how worried you are.

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Anonymous wrote:

Since this is being published on a polticial website by a candidate for a political office who is also a public employee, does the First Amendment apply or is it the position of the Democratic Party that the Bill of Rights has been suspended?

I don't understand your point and you seem to be contradicting yourself. The First Amendment is exactly why this is on this website.

Date: 06:29 PM May 22, 2007

How much of our money does Robin Ripa want the taxpayers to pay her for the actions she is claiming the police did to her?

Date: 02:35 AM May 23, 2007

I don't think it is right for a councilperson to be suing the town they want to represent. Shouldn't council be carefully watching our money? They shouldn't be looking to get it for themselves.

If a person wants to be a politician, they should be able to accept that the voters have a right to free speech. Past actions of a politician should be something the voters are allowed to discuss as to if this is the person that is qualified to hold the office.

Ms. Ripa needs to understand that it is the right of the public to ask questions to determine if she is the right candidate or not. It is the right of the public to criticize past actions if they disagree, just like with any other politician. She cannot go around suing everyone. In this lawsuit she names 25 "John Does" which her attorney writes "the identities are unknown at present." Does that mean she can pick another 25 people out in the future and throw them into this lawsuit? Does it mean she'll sue every officer in the police department?

This is like a threat against future free speech to discuss her candidacy. If you say something she doesn't like, will she add you to the lawsuit?

I think the public has a right to ask what the other Democratic candidates think about this. Do they agree that voters should feel threatened to ask questions of the Democratic candidates past actions?

I think the Democrats might want to think long and hard about this.

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No one is saying questions shouldn't be asked. Every person who is a candidate for Town Council is under a microscope so that the people can make an informed decision as to who they want to represent them on Council. But also, candidates have the same rights and protection under the law that every other citizen has. In this case it seems that council and other individuals felt that the law didn't apply to them. Do you want someone representing you on council who would just look the other way and allow things like that to happen. That is a lot of what is wrong with Hammonton at the present time and Ms. Ripa is willing to stand up and see that these things get corrected.

As far as the John Does mentioned in the document, that is typical in these kind of matters. It is done as a protection of the rights of the defendent. I am no lawyer but if you speak to one they will tell you that that is common practice and no good lawyer would leave that out.

Robin certainly accepts that the voters have a right to free speech, but she also has that same right.

As far as the other candidates, we all just received a copy of the suit yesterday and we are reviewing it. However, we support Ms. Ripa's right to defend herself and to take actions neccessary to ensure her rights in the workplace.

Date: 09:40 AM May 23, 2007

I think the most interesting and appropriate comment was made by Robin's lawyer in the Hammonton News.

"It looks to me that the people over there believe the law doesn't apply to them. We're hoping a jury can educate them on that," Van Syoc said Tuesday. "She certainly has had enough."

This is certainly how they have acted ever since they got in office. It's about time they get what's coming to them. GO ROBIN!!!!

Date: 03:32 PM May 23, 2007

Anonymous wrote:

I don't think it is right for a councilperson to be suing the town they want to represent. Shouldn't council be carefully watching our money? They shouldn't be looking to get it for themselves.

If a person wants to be a politician, they should be able to accept that the voters have a right to free speech. Past actions of a politician should be something the voters are allowed to discuss as to if this is the person that is qualified to hold the office.

Ms. Ripa needs to understand that it is the right of the public to ask questions to determine if she is the right candidate or not. It is the right of the public to criticize past actions if they disagree, just like with any other politician. She cannot go around suing everyone. In this lawsuit she names 25 "John Does" which her attorney writes "the identities are unknown at present." Does that mean she can pick another 25 people out in the future and throw them into this lawsuit? Does it mean she'll sue every officer in the police department?

This is like a threat against future free speech to discuss her candidacy. If you say something she doesn't like, will she add you to the lawsuit?

I think the public has a right to ask what the other Democratic candidates think about this. Do they agree that voters should feel threatened to ask questions of the Democratic candidates past actions?

I think the Democrats might want to think long and hard about this.

I guess we all need to realize the Democrats file a lot of lawsuits.

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The Democrats haven't filed a single lawsuit!!!!

Date: 06:24 PM May 23, 2007

Admin wrote:

The Democrats haven't filed a single lawsuit!!!!

Who signed the famous "Pepper-gate" complaint that was thrown out of court for having no merit in the eyes of the judge? You guessed it, then Democratic Club President Brigani.

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I stand corrected, so ONE lawsuit equals:

"I guess we all need to realize the Democrats file a lot of lawsuits."

Date: 08:41 PM May 23, 2007

Admin wrote:

I stand corrected, so ONE lawsuit equals:

"I guess we all need to realize the Democrats file a lot of lawsuits."

Isn't this lawsuit being filed by Democratic Councilperson Candidate Robin Ripa?

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No, it's being filed by Town employee, July 4th volunteer Robin Ripa who also happens to be a candidate for Town Council. But it is not being filed by her as a Democrat. Just because she is a candidate does not mean she gives up her right for full protection under the law as a town employee.

Date: 11:30 PM May 23, 2007

It seems to me this lawsuit is against the Hammonton police department. I doubt Chief Ingemi is happy with this lawsuit by a clerk / typist since he runs the police department. The 25 - 50 other people Robin Ripa names in the lawsuit seems a little trival.

The meat of this lawsuit is Robin feeling she is in hostile work environment. The people that were a little hesistant in hiring Robin Ripa appear to be correct in hindsight. I am sure this opportunistic lawyer will throw everything up against the wall and see what sticks.

Robin definitely has the right to sue the police dept. over a bad workplace environment but I guess she figures the money from the lawsuit is worth it.

Date: 12:39 AM May 24, 2007

Anonymous wrote:

It seems to me this lawsuit is against the Hammonton police department. I doubt Chief Ingemi is happy with this lawsuit by a clerk / typist since he runs the police department. The 25 - 50 other people Robin Ripa names in the lawsuit seems a little trival.

The meat of this lawsuit is Robin feeling she is in hostile work environment. The people that were a little hesistant in hiring Robin Ripa appear to be correct in hindsight. I am sure this opportunistic lawyer will throw everything up against the wall and see what sticks.

Robin definitely has the right to sue the police dept. over a bad workplace environment but I guess she figures the money from the lawsuit is worth it.

You are in such denial of how Hammonton First is tearing our town apart. Keep on drinking your Kool Aid. I have to side with the Democrats on this one.

Date: 07:20 AM May 24, 2007

Admin wrote:

I stand corrected, so ONE lawsuit equals:

"I guess we all need to realize the Democrats file a lot of lawsuits."

Let's see... when Batrbara Berenato was mayor their was the case about "What is Hammonton" where the Dems tried t grab for power and lost. Then there was the case the Dems filed saying poliicians couldn't give away peppers and it was thrown out of court. Now Council Candidate Robin Ripa files this lawsuit. Am I missing more?

Date: 08:42 AM May 24, 2007

Anonymous wrote:

It seems to me this lawsuit is against the Hammonton police department. I doubt Chief Ingemi is happy with this lawsuit by a clerk / typist since he runs the police department. The 25 - 50 other people Robin Ripa names in the lawsuit seems a little trival.

The meat of this lawsuit is Robin feeling she is in hostile work environment. The people that were a little hesistant in hiring Robin Ripa appear to be correct in hindsight. I am sure this opportunistic lawyer will throw everything up against the wall and see what sticks.

Robin definitely has the right to sue the police dept. over a bad workplace environment but I guess she figures the money from the lawsuit is worth it.

If Robin is saying the police dept is a hostile work environment and her co-workers harrassed her, you have to ask what was the Chief dong to correct the situation?

Date: 10:47 AM May 24, 2007

This is not Chief Ingemi's fault. It seems like some off color humor really offended Robin Ripa. I am sure if Robin went to the Chief this would have been stopped in it's tracks. Some people get offended while others find it funny. Look at how all the politicians are ridiculed.

Some people have very thin skin and get riled up very easily while others laugh it off and move on. How much will this case be worth because the office where I work is always passing on off color humor and sex jokes.

Date: 10:50 AM May 24, 2007

Apparently you haven't read the document. There is a lot more to this than a few off color remarks.

Date: 01:23 PM May 24, 2007

I am hearing Anthony Falcone's supporters are pretty disgusted with the whole Democratic campaign as well as his running mates. They are out telling people to just vote for Falcone and dump the other two.

That is why you won't see Anthony Falone posting any support msgs on this blog fr what is going on. Only MacLane is posting for the Democrats.

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Keep telling yourself that.

Date: 02:02 PM May 24, 2007

Anonymous wrote:

I am hearing Anthony Falcone's supporters are pretty disgusted with the whole Democratic campaign as well as his running mates. They are out telling people to just vote for Falcone and dump the other two.

That is why you won't see Anthony Falone posting any support msgs on this blog fr what is going on. Only MacLane is posting for the Democrats.

Silence from Falcone certainly sends a message.

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Keep telling yourself that!

Date: 02:28 PM May 24, 2007

FALCONE HAS A RIGHT TO SPEAK OUT AGAINST STUPID DEMOCRAT IDEAS. HE KNOWS THE OTHERS ARE OUT OF CONTROL AND HE IS FIGHTING FOR US. VOTE FOR FALCONE AND DUMP AMIRATO AND RIPA.

SUPPORT OUR CAPTAIN!

Date: 03:58 PM May 24, 2007

I am no fan of Anthony Falcone but he would not support suing the Hammonton police in anyway, shape or form. This is Robin Ripa's lawsuit probably with the help of Rich Jakobus. He will sue anyone and anybody.

Frank Dimatteo kicked him out of the Republican club with good reason because of all his troublemaking. His North Jersey style of politicing really hurts Hammonton. He is a troublemaker. He probably stirred Robin Ripa up and pushed to sue the everyone. No way Robin will see this lawsuit thru when she realizes she is being used by Rich Jakobus.

Date: 06:29 PM May 24, 2007

Anonymous wrote:

I am no fan of Anthony Falcone but he would not support suing the Hammonton police in anyway, shape or form. This is Robin Ripa's lawsuit probably with the help of Rich Jakobus. He will sue anyone and anybody.

Frank Dimatteo kicked him out of the Republican club with good reason because of all his troublemaking. His North Jersey style of politicing really hurts Hammonton. He is a troublemaker. He probably stirred Robin Ripa up and pushed to sue the everyone. No way Robin will see this lawsuit thru when she realizes she is being used by Rich Jakobus.

Jim MacLane keeps posting that Falcone support this. You might be right.

It all depends on what Falcone does. Falcone needs to speak out. If Falcone does nothing we'll know he won't lift a finger to help the police. He has to take a stand for the police or show he is just a lazy do-nothing.

Date: 05:47 PM May 25, 2007

SUPPORT OUR POLICE

Date: 12:25 PM May 27, 2007

RE: Ripa lawsuit posted

Date: 04:08 PM May 27, 2007

Anonymous wrote:
Look's like you are reading much more into than there is. The police department is not mentioned in the suit, only Capt Jones. And if he really did the things Ripa calims then he shouldn't even be on our force let alone be a Captain.

Ripa wants the town to pay for the issues she's had with the police department. Time for you to learn to read.

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You obviously can only read certain parts.

THE POLICE DEPARTMENT IS NOT MENTIONED!!!!!

I don't think the Gazette is part of the Police Dept, I don't think Gabe Donio is part of the Police Dept., I don't think Hammonton First is part of the Police Dept., I don't think Bill Olivo is part of the Police Dept., I don't think Angela Costigan is part of the Police Dept., I don't think Anthony DeStasio is part of the Police Dept., I don't think Jeanne Sparacino-Lewis is part of the Police Dept., I don't think Rock Colasurdo is part of the Police Dept., and Capt. Jones is not the whole Police Dept. only a Captain and single individual.

Talk about not knowing how to read, time for you to learn to read.

-- Edited by Admin at 16:48, 2007-05-27

Date: 06:36 PM May 28, 2007

VOTE REPUBLICAN

Date: 11:20 PM May 28, 2007

RE: Ripa lawsuit posted

Date: 07:31 AM May 30, 2007

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

TORRISSI FOR A BETTER HAMMONTON. WHY WASTE TIME WITH THESE DEMOCRAT LOSERS?

Pajic, vote Pajic.

Maria Ricca has been at a lot of events and is working hard on the campaign trail. Torrissi is a Firster.

Date: 09:03 AM May 30, 2007

Torrissi is the only canidate with a pulse.... at least he's out there doing something.... he's earned my vote through a good work ethic. It's nice to see someone actually work for their votes....

Date: 12:29 PM May 30, 2007

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

TORRISSI FOR A BETTER HAMMONTON. WHY WASTE TIME WITH THESE DEMOCRAT LOSERS?

Pajic, vote Pajic.

Maria Ricca has been at a lot of events and is working hard on the campaign trail. Torrissi is a Firster.

Vote for Maria. Torrissi is a Firster I strongly agree. No more HF or those who kiss up to HF.

Date: 01:01 PM May 30, 2007

Anonymous wrote:

Torrissi is the only canidate with a pulse.... at least he's out there doing something.... he's earned my vote through a good work ethic. It's nice to see someone actually work for their votes....

Torrissi won't listen to fools like Bertino and Vitalo.

Date: 04:58 AM May 31, 2007

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Torrissi is the only canidate with a pulse.... at least he's out there doing something.... he's earned my vote through a good work ethic. It's nice to see someone actually work for their votes....

Torrissi won't listen to fools like Bertino and Vitalo.

So then he's a Firster then. Vote for Pajic. We must beat HF.

Date: 06:30 AM May 31, 2007

STOP HAMMONTON FIRST

Date: 07:40 AM May 31, 2007

RE: Ripa lawsuit posted

Date: 12:16 PM May 31, 2007

sounds like HF is trying to knock out the strongest republican candidate by saying he is aligned with HF when he has never attended a HF function or meeting. don't get fooled by HF, vote TORRISSI

Date: 12:27 PM May 31, 2007

Anonymous wrote:

sounds like HF is trying to knock out the strongest republican candidate by saying he is aligned with HF when he has never attended a HF function or meeting. don't get fooled by HF, vote TORRISSI

I'm an HF supporter and I intend on voting for Mike Torrissi in the primary. We all voted for Jimmy Curcio and helped him beat Anthony Falcone in the Freeholder race because Jimmy's done a good job and Anthony would hve been terrible. Why wouldn't we want the Curcio family to win again? We like Jimmy. It would be nice to see him kick DiMatteo out of the Republican Club and have Rich Curcio run it.

Date: 10:17 PM May 31, 2007

Anonymous wrote:

sounds like HF is trying to knock out the strongest republican candidate by saying he is aligned with HF when he has never attended a HF function or meeting. don't get fooled by HF, vote TORRISSI

Why is he seen regularly dining and hanging out with HF then? Most HF decisions don't occur in their "public" meetings.