Wednesday, May 30, 2012

#nhhouse members cannot help but comment on scandel leading to forced resignation of former Rep Bettencourt'

Rich.Dipentima@leg.state.nh.us" class="rwRRO">DiPentima, Rich
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In response to the message from Leonard, Frederick, Sun 7:25 AM
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 fleonard@metrocast.net" class="rwRRO">fleonard@metrocast.net‎; tim_comerford@yahoo.com" class="rwRRO">Comerford, Timothy 
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 fredette2010@hotmail.com" class="rwRRO">Fredette,Robert‎; tsoltani@metrocast.net" class="rwRRO">Soltani,Tony‎; HReps@leg.state.nh.us" class="rwRRO rwDL">~All Representatives 

Sunday, May 27, 2012 8:16 PM
I was contacted by the Portsmouth Herald today regarding DJ's resignation for my comments.  I was actually quite gentile in my comments about DJ to the press.  At the time, I was totally unaware of the issue regarding the false internships reports he submitted.  This news chaqnges everything for me.  This is a seriois academic offense and should result in expulsion from the school.  It is especially important considering DJ's position as the House Majority Leader.  The people expect and deserve a greater level of integrity, honesty and ethics from their elected officials.

Rich DiPentima
Donald.LeBrun@leg.state.nh.us" class="rwRRO">LeBrun, Donald

Sunday, May 27, 2012 8:28 AM
It's time to come together as colleagues and friends. I fully understand all aspects of this and will offer a helping hand of friendship in any way I can. May god provide us all the guidance to do the right thing to HELP all those involved. Don LeBrun

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fred.leonard@leg.state.nh.us" class="rwRRO">Leonard, Frederick

Sunday, May 27, 2012 7:25 AM
if these allegations are true, D.J. is a liar and a fraud...let's be real here, there is no honor in pretending to be something that you're not...the "difficult" time he will likely go through was self inflicted...

Fred Leonard

tim_comerford@yahoo.com" class="rwRRO">Tim Comerford [tim_comerford@yahoo.com]

Sunday, May 27, 2012 12:45 AM
I am absolutely proud to serve as a member of this House!  Reps. Soltani and Fredette have been outspoken and courageous...but yet humble. Many of our friends from the Democratic side of the aisle such as Reps. Lindsey,Pierce,Perry,Gimas, and yes even Norelli have been critical yet reasoned. I am a true believer in the tenet of disagreeing without being disagreeable. Let us cut the  vitriolic crap and finish out the term strong. Put the votes on the line and let the "chips" fall where they may. I seem to recall graduating high school in 2004, but alas I may be mistaken judging by some of the behavior I have seen all over the legislature (including the Senate) this year. Principles and the People come first...everything else is SECONDARY.

Take Care,

Tim


Rep. Tim Comerford

New Hampshire House of Representatives

Vice-Chair Legislative Administration

Rockingham County District 9 (Epping/Fremont)

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fredette2010@hotmail.com" class="rwRRO">Robert Fredette [fredette2010@hotmail.com]

Sunday, May 27, 2012 12:15 AM
Tony,

It is that kind of attitude that makes you a wonderful guy. I thank you for the privilege of calling you a friend. 

As for DJ, we need to all provide him and family whatever assistance we can. He will be back in the house even smarter and stronger than before.

Bob Fredette

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tsoltani@metrocast.net" class="rwRRO">Rep. Tony Soltani [tsoltani@metrocast.net]

Saturday, May 26, 2012 11:43 PM
Friends:

    We are not in the war business. But an adage from a much wiser soldier than me, might be in order. There is no victory in war, only the dead and the living. D. J. is going through a difficult time. It is no secret that we have had disagreement. I do not for a moment rejoice because of his difficulties. Instead, I extend a hand of pure friendship and brotherly love and help. By gones are by gones. The past is the past. There is no room in any of your honorable hearts for hatred.
    I pray that D.J will continue on his journey through life with great success and put this learning episode behind him. I also pray for Bob and Katrina, who are my personal friends , for this is never an easy task. It is heartbreaking.

    D.J. is more than welcome to take advantage of any resources at my office. We have three lawyers, two  with more than 20 years of unblemished service. If I can help D.J. , Bob, or Katrina, in any way, I will.

Bless you all
Tony

stevelindsey60@hotmail.com" class="rwRRO">steve lindsey [stevelindsey60@hotmail.com]

Saturday, May 26, 2012 1:44 PM

Big Time?

  Time to doff our hats to Bettencourt.  He did a lot for his causes.  And will come roaring back after reaping well in the Private Sector and/or as well as various foundations and think tanks.

  Maybe he's the next John E Sunnu!  More likely a big noise in the Beltway.  Like in that Peter Gabriel "Big Time" song  Expect a lot more down the road, after a well deserved rest.  DJ will be back, and we'll be reading about his daring-do in the papers!

Respectfully

---S

Joe.Duarte@leg.state.nh.us" class="rwRRO">Duarte, Joe

Tuesday, May 29, 2012 12:02 PM
Hello,
I ask that we all please move on and stop throwing more gasoline on the Fire
Thanks for listening
Timothy.Horrigan@leg.state.nh.us" class="rwRRO">Horrigan, Timothy
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 Colette.Worsman@leg.state.nh.us" class="rwRRO">Worsman, Colette‎; wpanek@willpanek.com" class="rwRRO">Panek,William‎; Donald.LeBrun@leg.state.nh.us" class="rwRRO">LeBrun, Donald‎; Harry.Accornero@leg.state.nh.us" class="rwRRO">Accornero, Harry 
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 HReps@leg.state.nh.us" class="rwRRO rwDL">~All Representatives 

Tuesday, May 29, 2012 7:38 AM
I feel sorry for former Rep.. Bettencourt and I know I will forgive him.  But, he has admitted to a blatant academic fraud.  Making up a lengthy report detailing 165 hours of nonexistent work is more than a mere  slip of the tongue.  It  is a major, major mistake.  And. let's not forget that he tried to implicate another member of the House in his scheme.

--Tim Horrigan

Colette.Worsman@leg.state.nh.us" class="rwRRO">Worsman, Colette

Monday, May 28, 2012 8:39 PM
D.J.
There is not one of us who is free from making mistakes.  You have taken responsibility for your actions.  Please pick yourself up, dust yourself off and move on.  Also please don't let this discourage you or diminish the tremendous contributions and dedication you have had for our Caucus and your constituents.  Thank you.

May God bless your journey.

Colette Worsman 
wpanek@willpanek.com" class="rwRRO">Will Panek [wpanek@willpanek.com]

Monday, May 28, 2012 2:39 PM
DJ,

Keep your chin up.  It's our mistakes in life that help us grow and become the men (and women) that we are.  

You are still a friend and we are there for you if you need a shoulder to lean on.

Good luck with your upcoming marriage.  That is truly the important thing in your life.

All the best and please feel free to email me if I can help in any way.

Will Panek

Rep. William Panek
NH House of Representatives
Science, Technology, and Energy Committee

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Date: Mon, May 28, 2012 2:23 pm
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As it says in the Bible, let thee without sin cast the first stone. Don LeBrun

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On May 27, 2012, at 9:10 PM, "Accornero, Harry" <Harry.Accornero@leg.state.nh.us> wrote:

> I know what DJ did was wrong and he should resign, but he has stood up and taken responsibility for his actions. From what I have been reading it appears that most of you have never done anything you would not like people to know about, but there are some of us that can relate at least in part to what DJ’s is going through. How many of you are going to continue to kick him while he is down. How about standing with him and show some compassion!
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> Harry

Donald.LeBrun@leg.state.nh.us" class="rwRRO">LeBrun, Donald

Monday, May 28, 2012 2:23 PM
As it says in the Bible, let thee without sin cast the first stone. Don LeBrun

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Jack.Flanagan@leg.state.nh.us" class="rwRRO">Flanagan, Jack

Sunday, May 27, 2012 9:58 PM
All,

We had a 27 year old young man who was trying to get a Law degree, represent his District,. had a serious relationship with Shannon, trying to work for 290 Republican legislators and still have a life.  I don't condone his behavior, however I understand why it happened.

When I was young, I remember asking my father why he was so smart.  This was a man with 3 degrees (Georgia Tech, MIT and Harvard).  His response was that he made more mistakes than I have.   An answer that I wasn't quite ready for, but understood.

DJ has proven to us that he is human.  I sincerely hope that he learns from this, turns it into some thing positive and moves on.  I hope our paths cross again.  He is a good man.

Respectfully,

Jack Flanagan

Harry.Accornero@leg.state.nh.us" class="rwRRO">Accornero, Harry

Sunday, May 27, 2012 9:10 PM
I know what DJ did was wrong and he should resign, but he has stood up and taken responsibility for his actions. From what I have been reading it appears that most of you have never done anything you would not like people to know about, but there are some of us that can relate at least in part to what DJ’s is going through. How many of you are going to continue to kick him while he is down. How about standing with him and show some compassion!

Harry

 

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