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onehandle

(51,122 posts)
Mon Jan 20, 2014, 10:32 PM Jan 2014

Accusations could put a damper on Christie inauguration

Last edited Mon Jan 20, 2014, 11:26 PM - Edit history (1)

Source: Burlington County Times

TRENTON — Three weeks ago, Gov. Chris Christie’s inauguration was expected to be a celebration of his re-election victory and a launching pad for a second-term agenda that many of his supporters hoped might cement his status as a front-runner to become the Republican Party’s 2016 presidential nominee.

A lot has changed this month, as Christie’s administration now finds itself on the defense from two major controversies threatening to overshadow his first-term accomplishments and possibly his political ambitions for the next four years.

Although the inaugural show will go on as planned — beginning with a church service in Newark, followed by Christie’s swearing-in and inaugural address in Trenton and an evening celebration on Ellis Island — at least one political watcher expects the scandal will force the governor to deliver a drastically different message than originally planned.

“Three weeks ago, the speech that was probably written would have directed the nation to follow New Jersey’s example of bipartisanship,” said Brigid Harrison, a professor of political science at Montclair State University. “I don’t think he can go there now.”

Read more: http://www.burlingtoncountytimes.com/news/local/accusations-could-put-a-damper-on-christie-inauguration/article_8076c959-28e5-5d50-acb3-22f410f61a73.html



'could?'

Let's hope there are Plenty of cameras outside these events, especially the 'high-roller' event that isn't even in New Jersey, to record who shows up to support Nixon... I mean Christie.

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Accusations could put a damper on Christie inauguration (Original Post) onehandle Jan 2014 OP
I'm still curious about the results of the big fundraising weekend. Bet he got a lot of ... libdem4life Jan 2014 #1
Could Chris Christie be arrested at his inauguration? That would be great. JaneyVee Jan 2014 #2
Now I want to watch it! flamingdem Jan 2014 #14
Are they really going to head for Ellis Island in a near-blizzard? starroute Jan 2014 #3
Aw, too bad.... George II Jan 2014 #8
lol Skittles Jan 2014 #19
Ellis Island is where they are having the party, at night, that should be fun... winstars Jan 2014 #15
Ah, so there's a bridge these days, is there starroute Jan 2014 #17
I'd bet a lot that Joey Scar And Meeka are going to the party, it all makes sense.... winstars Jan 2014 #18
Will Bridget be there - oops, fired elfin Jan 2014 #4
It's an inauguration/Subpoena Party! Cha Jan 2014 #10
That would be the perfect place to serve them. Beacool Jan 2014 #13
Don't forget..the inaugural party on Ellis Island will be in New York! Walk away Jan 2014 #5
I know huh.. that struct me too the Cha Jan 2014 #11
Ellis Island is part of NJ n't tom_kelly Jan 2014 #20
Not the hall where the party is being held. It is part of N.Y. Walk away Jan 2014 #21
My bad!!! Baalzamon Jan 2014 #6
Is it wrong that I'm smiling? George II Jan 2014 #7
"..Nation to follow NJ example of bipartisanship" Cha Jan 2014 #9
Political events are now outside of Christie's hands. nt delrem Jan 2014 #12
Could? 6000eliot Jan 2014 #16
 

libdem4life

(13,877 posts)
1. I'm still curious about the results of the big fundraising weekend. Bet he got a lot of ...
Mon Jan 20, 2014, 10:37 PM
Jan 2014

"we'll get back to you."

flamingdem

(39,313 posts)
14. Now I want to watch it!
Tue Jan 21, 2014, 02:14 AM
Jan 2014

The media will surely be there, but not to show the inauguration but to show the meltdown and tie it into whatever news or new whistleblower comes out tomorrow!

starroute

(12,977 posts)
3. Are they really going to head for Ellis Island in a near-blizzard?
Mon Jan 20, 2014, 11:00 PM
Jan 2014

The totals for tomorrow's storm keep being upped, and the latest forecasts show New Jersey and New York City squarely in the 8-12 inch zone, with some models taking it as high as 14 inches, plus strong winds along the coast.

I'm thinking that could put an additional damper on the festivities.

winstars

(4,220 posts)
15. Ellis Island is where they are having the party, at night, that should be fun...
Tue Jan 21, 2014, 02:42 AM
Jan 2014

I hope the immigration inspectors don't do what they did Godfather 2 on the Guv and REALLY change his name to Krispy Kreme.

Plus you get there either buy boat or the smallish bridge they built to do the renovations. I am sure it will be nice and warm in freaking New York Harbor!!!




Another Governor we are all familiar with:



The William J. LePetomane Memorial Gambling Casino for the Insane

starroute

(12,977 posts)
17. Ah, so there's a bridge these days, is there
Tue Jan 21, 2014, 03:04 AM
Jan 2014

I see it's not open to the public -- but that wouldn't bother someone like Christie. It does mean they wouldn't have to helicopter them all in, but trying to get from there from Trenton in the middle of a snowstorm still looks highly problematic.

It'll be interesting to see what happens.

elfin

(6,262 posts)
4. Will Bridget be there - oops, fired
Mon Jan 20, 2014, 11:14 PM
Jan 2014

How about all the others with subpoenas?

Could be a smaller party than planned, even with an angry, cold Mother Nature.

Press availability? Ha Ha.

Beacool

(30,247 posts)
13. That would be the perfect place to serve them.
Tue Jan 21, 2014, 02:12 AM
Jan 2014

All the people being subpoenaed would be there.

Walk away

(9,494 posts)
5. Don't forget..the inaugural party on Ellis Island will be in New York!
Mon Jan 20, 2014, 11:14 PM
Jan 2014

That's right. The big blow out that was planned by Christie's borther, is being held in a hall that is outside of New Jersey and part of New York!

 

Baalzamon

(21 posts)
6. My bad!!!
Mon Jan 20, 2014, 11:17 PM
Jan 2014

I guess I should not have had a shot and a beer earlier. I read that subject title way too fast and at first thought it said "Accusations could put a diaper on Christie inauguration".

Cha

(297,196 posts)
9. "..Nation to follow NJ example of bipartisanship"
Tue Jan 21, 2014, 12:46 AM
Jan 2014

Yeah, stalk them and if they don't move your Exact re-development wishes along.. cut them off of any monies from the Sandy Fund received from the Fed Gov. But, ooops.. see how that plays out in the end for our exposed a$$es!

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