Fighting Back: Larimer Legislators call for Tom Gonzales to be FIRED! CALL & EMAIL NOW!

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1. Fire Gonzales!!! Enough is enough!

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3. careful: fort collins mayor riding fences:

   Jeni Arndt
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   3:24 PM (16 minutes ago)
   to Lisa McMahon, ahutc…@fcchamber.org, jacki…@cityofloveland.org, covidc…@larimer.org, bkin…@psdschools.org, she…@co.larimer.co.us, kefa…@co.larimer.co.us, Kristen Stephens, jshadduc…@larimer.org, Tom Gonzales, Bernard Birnbaum, Brian DelGrosso, Jennifer Lee, Tony J. Van Goor, Janna West Kowalski
   HI Lisa,

   Thank you for this email and sharing your experiences and your opinion. I attended the rally yesterday and also found it very peaceful and respectful of everyone’s right to free speech. I also got to say hello to many of my friends and colleagues who were speaking.

   Fort Collins will follow the advice from our Director of Public Health and his elected Board of Health.

   Kindly,
   Jeni

   Jeni Arndt, Mayor of Fort Collins
   970-413-3146

4. Fire Gonzales now!! Fight for our freedoms!

5. Author: Brandon Wark

   LET’S GO BRANDON!

   Well done!

6. Please stop using his fake name. His ex-step dad is a Gonzales. He is NOT HISPANIC!

7. LARIMER COUNTY | BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
   P.O. Box 1190, Fort Collins, Colorado 80522-1190, 970.498.7010, Larimer.org
   November 2, 2021
   Senator Rob Woodward
   Senator Barb Kirkmeyer
   Minority Leader Hugh McKean
   Representative Mike Lynch
   We are in receipt of your letter dated November 1, 2021 urging us to direct the Board of Health to
   immediately terminate the Larimer County Public Health Director. We wish to clarify three points raised by
   the correspondence.
   The Board of Health is an independent body established under the parameters set forth in Colorado State
   Statute. By design, the Board of Health has autonomy from political bodies such as the County
   Commissioners and state elected officials. The wisdom of that statute is that public health is a matter of
   science and medical options and should not be subject to political influence. We do not have the authority
   to direct the established Board of Health.
   We’d like to clarify the facts behind the October 26, 2021 email string originating from the Public Health
   Director about the trailer parked on private property near the Larimer County Public Health Department
   office. The trailer was in essence a sign, not a transportation vehicle. We regret responding to the email
   string because of the perception it has created that we were attempting to suppress free speech. We
   value free speech as is evidenced by the multiple lines of communication we nurture with our community.
   Our replies centered around the potential sign code or land use code violations the trailer might
   represent. In hindsight, we should have left those questions to the City of Fort Collins that has jurisdiction
   over sign codes and land use codes in their municipality.
   When we step back and look at the enormous impact COVID-19 is having on our county, the state and
   the nation, we see not only health impacts, but also the impacts of disharmony and division in our
   community. Those forces threaten us all even after science eventually triumphs over the virus. We ask
   that you use your power and influence to help bring people together. Calm and patient leadership should
   be practiced by elected officials like the four of you and the three of us in this trying time. We are
   committed to sincerely hearing the voices of all, supporting our public health officials, and fostering
   compassionate unity of all community members. We welcome your ideas for achieving these goals.
   Together, we’ll get through this crisis.
   Sincerely,
   John Kefalas
   District 1 Commissioner
   Kristen Stephens
   District 2 Commissioner
   Jody Shadduck-McNally
   District 3 Commissioner

8. Cathy Kipp
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   10:12 AM (3 minutes ago)
   to Jody Shadduck-McNally, Kristin Stephens, kefa…@co.larimer.co.us, Andrew Boesenecker, Joann Ginal
   Dear Larimer County Commissioners,

   As your elected colleagues, we want you to know we are incredibly grateful for the leadership of Larimer County Health Director Tom Gonzales, his team at the Larimer County Department of Public Health and Environment, and the Larimer County Health Board. They have done so much to keep us all safe and healthy – especially during the last 20 months of the COVID-19 pandemic. This global pandemic has been challenging for everyone, but even more so for our Larimer County Health team who have been on the front lines of managing and mitigating this ongoing crisis. The science is clear – not only is the COVID-19 vaccine the most safe and effective tool we have in order to fight this deadly virus, but masking is also necessary when infection rates continue to climb and our hospital systems continue to be strained. These are simple measures that we can all take in order to keep our community safe.

   We understand that some of our colleagues in the state legislature have called upon you to retaliate against our Larimer County Health Director for following the science and for taking the necessary and prudent steps needed to keep the residents of Larimer County safe. We believe you should instead applaud the efforts of Tom Gonzales and our Larimer County Health team for doing this hard work to protect the health of our community.

   It is unfortunate that an extremely vocal minority of people have made public health so divisive. But they are just that – a small number of people, many of whom are not residents of our county, who either don’t believe in science or refuse to trust peer-reviewed credible information.

   The majority of us support our Larimer County Health team and the work they have done and continue to do to keep us all safe. The majority of our community, including our constituents, have been asking for a mask order to relieve the burden on our hospital systems and healthcare workers. Public health professionals should be lauded more often for the great work they do. They generally do it so well that people continue to go about their business without ever knowing they are there, working behind the scenes, protecting and improving our health and that of our entire community. Public health should not be a partisan issue.

   We want to take this opportunity to publicly thank Director Tom Gonzales and our Larimer County Health team for their continued work to keep us all safe and healthy despite the attacks and misinformation they continue to face. Please know that there are many of us who appreciate and value the work they do, and who firmly believe that the latest public health order will indeed save lives. We hope you, our Larimer County Commissioners, will take this opportunity to express your support of our excellent Larimer County Health team as well.

   Best regards,

   State Senator Joann Ginal

   State Representative Cathy Kipp

   State Representative Andrew Boesenecker

   _____________________________________________________________
   Representative Cathy Kipp
   She/Her/Hers
   Colorado House of Representatives for House District 52
   Cell: 970-219-5267 Legislative office: 303-866-4569
   200 East Colfax, Room 635, Denver, CO 80203

9. Senator @RandPaul Tells Fauci: “Time That You Resign” Over Gain of Function Cover-Up

   Senator Rand Paul: “No amount of smarmy word salad will get Fauci out of the fact that he lied before Congress.” #FauciResign

   Senator Rand Paul: “I gave Fauci another chance today to come clean about the NIH’s involvement in gain-of-function research and he chose to lie instead. His failures to do anything to help us get to the bottom of why the pandemic happened is why I believe he should resign.”

10. Senator Ginal, Representative Kipp, and Representative Boesenecker:

    Words are inadequate to describe my profound disappointment in your recent letter to the Larimer County Commissioners expressing your support for the unconscionable actions of Tom Gonzales.

    In that letter, you write:

    “As your elected colleagues, we want you to know we are incredibly grateful for the leadership of Larimer County Health Director Tom Gonzales, his team at the Larimer County Department of Public Health and Environment, and the Larimer County Health Board.”

    Your letter is supporting a man who attempted to use the power of government to silence the free speech of a citizen who disagrees with Mr. Gonzales. While an open debate can be had on what is polite discourse and what is insulting and impolite, certainly nobody can argue that “resist fascists” is protected free speech under the First Amendment of the Constitution of the United States. That you would support his attempts to silence that speech is deeply disturbing.

    “We understand that some of our colleagues in the state legislature have called upon you to retaliate against our Larimer County Health Director for following the science and for taking the necessary and prudent steps needed to keep the residents of Larimer County safe.”

    This is an amazingly tone deaf statement, considering that the protests of Mr Gonzales are not for “following the science” but for attempting to suppress free speech and expression. That would be clear if you bothered to LISTEN to the critics. But since you went there, let’s discuss that. You stated that it is “an extremely vocal minority of people have made public health so divisive.” This matters not. That “minority” are still free citizens, and the implication is that everything would be better if that “minority” would simply shut up, accept restrictions placed upon them by an unelected, unaccountable bureaucrat with no experience in healthcare, and do as they are told. Do you not support minorities, Senator and Representatives?

    You state that they “either don’t believe in science or refuse to trust peer-reviewed credible information.” Do you know the educational background of all of these people? Are you saying that all of the critics of Mr. Gonzales are stupid and uneducated? That they are incapable of reading and forming their own conclusions?

    This is how you view citizens of Larimer County?

    Is it so unreasonable to question the decisions made by the Larimer Board of Health, given how much credibility public health officials and legislators have thrown away over the past 20 months? “It’s just 2 weeks to flatten the curve…” turned into “One month to slow the spread” which turned into “… Just until there is a vaccine” which morphed into “70% vaccinated rate” which became “a booster shot”… There has been talk of implementing a vaccine “passport” system (thankfully put on hold – for now). “Two weeks to flatten the curve” turned into “Show your papers to enter” in a big damn hurry, yet we citizens should not be allowed to question this?

    Here is a reminder: If it cannot be questioned, it is not science.

    I could go on, but I believe my point is clear. You, in your letter, show support for a man who attempted to use government power to silence his critics, indicate that people who don’t agree with the actions of a bureaucrat are uneducated and don’t believe in science, and that things would be better if minorities would simply shut up and do as they are told.

    And you wonder why trust in government is at an all time low.

    I’m disgusted with your actions. You should all be ashamed.

    Regards,

11. Rep. Andrew Boesenecker
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    10:07 AM (7 hours ago)
    to Christi Wich, joann.gin…@state.co.us, andrew.boese…@state.co.us, cathy.ki…@state.co.us, west.k…@gmail.com, tjva…@gmail.com, leeje…@yahoo.com, bdelg…@dominos-now.com, bernard….@uchealth.org, JShadduc…@larimer.org, kste…@larimer.org, kefa…@co.larimer.co.us
    Dear Christi,

    Thank you for your advocacy and concern. The incident in question concerns the parking of a semi trailer (with the message “Resist the Fascists” painted on the side) inside of Fort Collins city limits. This trailer was, to the best of my understanding, previously parked outside of city limits. Signage like this is not in compliance with city ordinance. Please refer to 3.8.7 Signs re: the appropriate use of a semi-trailer: https://library.municode.com/co/fort_collins/codes/land_use?nodeId=ART3GEDEST_DIV3.8SURE_3.8.7SI

    (G)Prohibited signs and sign elements.

    (d)Semi-trailers, shipping containers, or portable storage units, unless:1.The trailers, containers, or portable storage units are: a.Structurally sound and capable of being transported; b.Used for their primary purpose (e.g., storage, pick-up, or delivery); and c. If subject to registration, have current registration and tags; and 2.The display of signage is incidental to the primary purpose; and 3.The semi-trailer, shipping container, or portable storage unit is parked or placed in a designated loading area or on a construction site in an area that is designated on an approved construction staging plan.

    I have seen a few emails that are similar to the concerns you raise, stating that Director Gonzales was attempting to rob individuals of their constitutionally protected rights and/or that the data around the pandemic is misleading or false. I do not believe this to be an accurate representation of the situation and/or Director Gonzales’ intent. Additionally, the Larimer County COVID-19 dashboard provides a clear and transparent snapshot into the trends impacting our community. As of this email, our ICU utilization is well above capacity at 118%. The vast majority of COVID-19 hospitalizations are among individuals who are unvaccinated.

    Public health is not a partisan issue. The vaccine is proven to be the safest, most effective tool we have to combat COVID-19. Masking is necessary when transmission rates spike and our hospital systems continue to operate above capacity. As such, and in the midst of a sustained uptick in infections and hospitalizations in our community, the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment issued a new public health order. Rightfully so, masks are now required in Larimer County for all indoor public spaces. This is a simple and prudent measure we can all take in order to get through the pandemic together. The health department also continues to receive feedback from community members and businesses, adapting and clarifying their guidance in response. I continue to stand in support of Director Gonzales and his team. Thank you again for reaching out and for your concern.

    Best regards,

    Andrew Boesenecker (He/Him/His)
    State Representative, House District 53
    Transportation & Local Government Committee
    Agriculture, Livestock & Water Committee
    andrew.boese…@state.co.us | 970.825.4155
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12. Dear Christi,

    Thanks for reaching out.

    Yes, l am aware Tom Gonzales asked to have an illegal sign removed from private property. The sign is in the city of Fort Collins and violates the city sign code. I don’t think this qualifies as shutting down people’s right to free speech.

    Certainly, people had full opportunity to air their grievances at the rally held in conjunction with that sign this past Monday. People have also made full use of their first amendment rights to speak at public meetings and write into the health department.

    Public health measures such as requiring vaccinations and the wearing of masks have been ruled as constitutional in our country. The government has an interest in keeping the spread of diseases under control and, historically, some dangerous diseases have been eradicated by strong vaccination programs. Public health measures keep our medical systems from being overwhelmed and keep our economy strong by ensuring people can safely go about their daily lives.

    I continue to stand in full support of our public health director and his team for doing their jobs and working to promote public health and safety.

    Regards,
    Cathy
    _____________________________________________________________
    Representative Cathy Kipp
    She/Her/Hers
    Colorado House of Representatives for House District 52
    Cell: 970-219-5267 Legislative office: 303-866-4569
    200 East Colfax, Room 635, Denver, CO 80203

13. Wow. With the exception of the 4th paragraph that starts “Public health measures such as…”, that is word for word what Rep Kipp sent to me as a reply.

14. DOUBLE TALKER EXAMPLE:

    Forwarded message ———
    From: STEVE JOHNSON
    Date: Wed, Nov 24, 2021 at 8:42 AM
    Subject: Denver’s interesting mask order
    To: , , Brian , , , , gonz…@larimer.org

    Tom & Boards:
    Denver’s mask order is interesting in that you either wear a mask indoors or show your vaccine card.
    I watched businesses interviewed on the news last night and I was surprised at the lack of complaints. Although it’s just starting some have been doing it this way.
    I’d encourage you to contact Denver and ask how this is working for them.
    One of my big objections to masks is that I’m fully vaccinated and boostered and I’m being restricted just like the unvaccinated who are causing most of the hospital surge.
    I do realize vaccinated individuals can still trasmit the virus, but are far less likely to have as high viral loads and certainly less hospitalizations.
    This approach could encourage more people to get vaccinated.
    Steve Johnson

15. Please watch – Proof of murder –

    https://www.bitchute.com/video/X9oMvf6dbhCi/

    and a couple days later from his pregnant partner –

    https://www.bitchute.com/video/pEBQm4hCh5cz/

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