The Election is Over

The election is over. I’m sure the Post office is happy about that! Congratulations to Ms. Mason and the Republican Party for a clean and well run campaign. Congratulations to all the voters who exercised their right to vote and fulfilled their civic duties.

I wish to thank all of the 12,000 people who voted for me. My position was and still is fiscal responsibility in government. We may not have won the election but I firmly believe that the Board of County Commissioners is highly aware of the shot we fired across their bow. I have received a multitude of wonderful emails from friends and strangers alike all with a common theme. Your comments are heart warming and very appreciated. I will post a sample.

The last few days were spent taking down all the campaign signs. At least they came down easier than they went up! If you notice any of my campaign signs still out there please remove them or send an email so that I can remove them.

This was a historic election in every sense of the word. As a first generation American I am extremely proud to have been an active participant. Thank you again for your efforts and support.

God Bless America,

John E Mullarkey

Dear John,



Had planned to email you as soon as I got to work today---and then it was

one of those crazy days!  **** and I were there tonight until  9pm.!!



Anyway--what I want to say is that you are both winners in my book.   What

you did John was awesome and I hope you are proud.  Most  importantly, is that

you took the risk and were an inspiration to those of  us who watched and were

able to see firsthand  that indeed, when committed  people get involved, ideas

are shared, people are excited and everyone walks  away wiser and with new

insights, knowledge and a respect that there are people  who act morally and

responsibly and with the best interests of others...not  themselves or their

careers.



with much respect and pride in wonderful friends,



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Early Voting and the Independent Candidate

Today was the culmination of early voting. I was at several polling places and was extremely pleased to see the turnout. My travels throughout the world in the U. S. Navy have taught me to appreciate the democratic process and I was delighted by what I saw today.

We also waived signs on US-41 and Stickney Point Rd. On the other side of US-41 were a group of supporters for Senator McCain. Numerous drivers showed their support for both groups by honking their horns and giving the "thumbs-up" sign. Our political process began many years ago by other independents by the names of Jefferson, Washington, and Adams. These men were considered outsiders to the British crown and British parliamentary process, but fully believed in their positions as I believe in mine. The independent candidate has always sailed into stronger headwinds with the knowledge that their course is true.

We have had thousands upon thousands of hits on our website, www.mullarkey08.com, and thank you all for your support. I ask that my supporters, both Democrat and Republican, continue their support and continue to spread our Independent message. Please be sure to have your friends and colleagues who have not yet voted to do so on November 4th, and to strongly recommend that they vote for what is best for America and Sarasota County, and not for any political party. Thank you for your participation in the American electoral process.