Former Mayoral Hopeful Adam Roop Clears The Air On Upcoming Election

Hi Joe,

Adam Roop tagged you in a post.

Adam R wrote: "I have done a lot of watching and sitting back during the Mayoral and Council race here in Salisbury, MD and been very patient to make a public statement. I am not one to hold back on commenting because of "what others will think of me" or "what I say will do to my business or reputation" whatsoever, but I think there are a lot of people who are. Let this post be the outlet for you to share your opinions (whether right or wrong) and share your vote or 2-cents. This is not an attack, just my opinions, and the best people for the job will prevail. If you don't agree with my statements then so what. If you do, then great. If you have no idea what I'm talking about, then maybe this will help you. But either way, life will go on and Salisbury will still be facing problems. We just need to become problem solvers, and not just trash talkers. SO instead of just complaining all the time, write your own post, and let the world know what you stand for....because if you fall for anything, you'll stand for nothing. God bless America.

No matter who you vote for, just make the right vote for Salisbury, not for the hype and 5 minutes of fame. I think Jake Day has a lot going for him and I like him personally, but unfortunately I think he has leaned towards Jim Ireton and I think that has hurt him. I can't fully assume he has because he won't come out and publicly endorse anyone, but what do you think? If he supports Ireton, do we really want a divided council like we have had before? Or do we want people who will work together as a well oiled unit for a similar cause? Jake has a great background in education and also military but in the critical point in Salisbury's future, does he have the government experience to pick up where his challenger left off? Education is good, but the city is a 51 million dollar a year business...and we desperately need people who have experience running it/one (the right way). I don't know how many council meetings and sessions Day has attended over the last year, but were they enough to give him the knowledge he needs to help this City without having to spend a year or two trying to "catch up"? I know if I ran for Mayor, a lot of you would had said the same thing about me. I knew I would be running a campaign full of ridicule and hate (so I commend you Jake for stepping up when most people won't). But I was going to be up for the challenge if it meant the best for this city. Consequently, I thought there was a better suited candidate in Joe Albero to do and accomplish much more than I could of - all while giving a full time effort to the position. I can't knock the knowledge about Salisbury, the experience in the local government or the work ethic of current council member Debbie Campbell. She has proven to be a valuable asset for our local government. Debbie and I have had many talks in the past about the future and direction of Salisbury. I always found her to be easy going and always open to ideas and suggestions. She was played as someone who was against Jim Ireton, but in all reality she was for him, just like I was (early on). I will admit, I voted for Jim Ireton 4 years ago and bought into his "hype" and over promises. Shortly after voting for him, I realized I made the wrong decision. Debbie found this out quickly also, and the two grew apart, but Debbie always kept professional, when in most cases Ireton did not. I can remember I was at a City Council meeting earlier in the year, and I could hear Ireton ranting on and laughing in the other room when the council meeting was going on. He wasn't even in the room and then came in and wanted to know what he missed. It was embarrassing. Ireton, has done more bad than good in this city and has made a mockery of Salisbury politics. It has been more like a episode of the Jerry Springer show. Calling people racists, pumping false accusations, creating drama, lacking leadership, and basically looking for the lime light and photo op rather than leading a City and it's citizens. I have found myself becoming mad and upset at times that he would sour the reputation of Salisbury. Ireton's actions have pushed people out of this City and damaged many good people and businesses from entering it. I can't believe I read that the Daily Times wanted to give Ireton "another chance"...after then complaining about everything he had done, and then asking for forgiveness, that's the most ridiculous thing I have ever heard. Wow. We gave him 4 years! I'm all about second chances and trying to become a better person...but when it comes to Politics there is minor room for error or this type of ongoing behavior. Joe Albero. Yeah I know everyone has a lot to say about Joe Albero. But before you point fingers and bash the man, take a look in the mirror. Do you even know this man, other than from his blog? It's a blog. It's a business. Do you always agree with with Obama says? How about when Bush was in office, did you agree with everything he said? Exactly. And whether you like or hate Joe Albero, you have to admit that he has climbed the rank to get his voice heard, has given back to the community more than you and many of us combined, and has a real interest in the success of Salisbury. And you know what your right, he lived in Delaware, but he still has more passion and knowledge about Salisbury than most of us and people who have lived here all their lives. I'm not saying I agree with everything that is posted on his site or his opinions (you take some and leave some) but I am saying that he has the knowledge about politics, the business experience, and the connections in business and government that could help move Salisbury forward. He is a visionary and that is what Salisbury needs. He will treat this position professionally and give it his best effort. He does not need to do this, he wants to do this...and I commend him for taking a risk, stepping out of the box, not worrying about what other people think or say about him and get his hands dirty. I don't know much about candidate Polk but I have liked what I have seen in her candidate forums. Sheilds has her longevity and hope she can remain consistent with the progress Salisbury needs on a much larger scale and not just in her district. I'm not saying that I haven't had my fare share of criticism over the years. Ive come to accept that if you want to have a voice, whether in Salisbury or anything else you do in life, you will have people who disagree with you, talk trash on you, and challenge you. It comes with the territory. We all have our problems we must face and come to terms to in life. We all have things in our life that we would like to take back, but Salisbury needs a team of leaders who can take it forward. We have to stop worrying about those people who just criticize and do nothing to help. We have to rip the rear view mirror off and only focus on making this city a better place to live and to conduct business in. And us as citizens, have to hold ourselves accountable and ask our selves: "are we contributing" or "are we just complaining". Salisbury has a lot to fix. It will be a challenge for those involved. I just hope you listen to the facts and the right people. Don't listed to your friend or neighbor who has no idea what is going on or has never been to a council meeting and take their opinion on the candidates. Don't listen to someone who will just bash another person when they don't personally know that person or have taken the time to research their core values and visions for this City. Don't listen to the press when they try to pit the candidates against each other just for ratings. Take time to reach out and call or message the people running for office. Meet with them personally and ask them questions...then make your decision. For those who have never voted, let this be your first. And to all who will vote, don't vote off emotions or just because it's someone you are friends with. Vote for the right person. In this election we need a Salisbury united. One with leaders, and not leeches. One with reason, not excuses. And on with vision for the future, not pipe dreams. What ever you do, just vote this Tuesday.

These are just my opinions...what are yours? #SalisburyUNITE #VoteTuesday #Joe Albero"