Robinson doesn't plan to resign
Nothing in rules forces automatic resignation for felony charges
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Robinson turned himself in Thursday afternoon after being charged with felony leaving the scene of an accident. His wife, Tara, is charged with misdemeanor making a false declaration to police.
The Robinsons and their attorney have not returned the Daily Journal’s repeated phone calls.
According to Chief Clerk of the House Adam Crumbliss, nothing in the rules would force a Representative to resign if he or she is charged with a felony.
Crumbliss said he does not believe any rule compels a Representative who is charged with a crime to step down from a leadership position. However, a leader of a caucus could be forced by that caucus to resign from the leadership role if he or she is charged with a felony.
When the leader is chosen by the entire House — such as the Speaker of the House — the House could vote to have that person step down from the leadership role, he added.
There are steps that could be taken if a legislator is convicted or pleads guilty to a felony, but those steps are up to the respective house.
Article three, section 18 of the Missouri Constitution gives the House and Senate control over qualifications for membership as well as “the power to make rules, punish for contempt and disorderly conduct and expel members.”
The Constitution also states that either house “may punish its members for disorderly conduct; and, with the concurrence of two-thirds of all members elect, may expel a member; but no member shall be expelled a second time for the same cause.”
In cases that involve disease or addiction to drugs or alcohol, the House sometimes is lenient if the person successfully completes treatment, Crumbliss noted.
He added that he is not aware of any member of the House of Representatives who has been expelled from his or her seat. In cases where legislators have been in trouble with the law, the charge was dropped to a misdemeanor through a plea bargain, or the legislator resigned on his or her own.
Lawyers at the Capitol on Friday were researching whether a law that says a convicted felon may not run for office could be interpreted to mean someone already in office no longer could serve if convicted of a felony.
Brad Robinson, a Democrat, has been a state representative for District 107 since 2004. Prior to that he served on the North County School Board, on the Pilot Knob City Council and as an Iron County Commissioner.
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bets posted on Friday, April 4th, 2008 at 8:12 pm
TO GDM: With good people like the Robinson's who needs enemies?.....ya'll need more good people like that running for office
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HA HA posted on Wednesday, March 26th, 2008 at 1:27 pm
GDM, yes you are absolutely right, the Robinson's are such good people, I mean it takes a good person to be able to drive while intoxicated, hit an innocent pedestrian, leave him for dead, switch seats with your good wife so she can take the blame assuming you caught, and then have all of your good friends make false police reports. And never once admit any wrong doing.
Thank god the world doesn't have more "Good" people like the Robinsons.
Thank god the world doesn't have more "Good" people like the Robinsons.
GDM posted on Sunday, March 23rd, 2008 at 10:37 am
We are PROUD of you and your accomplishments. Shame on all of the people for judging you. There was only one perfect man who walked this earth and we are celebrating today what he did for us. Look at all the good you have done for us. And you are ALWAYS THERE for your people . I know! You and Tara ARE GOOD PEOPLE! Hang in there. Hold your head high! We are behind you and proud you are our Representative!
j.b. posted on Tuesday, February 26th, 2008 at 8:38 pm
you have got to be joking, the dude has filed to keep his gravy train running down the tracks of lies a dishonor what a joke lets get him out now.this mans only place for a state posistion is a PRISON! lets be real if this was joe blow from down the street we would be in the county jail held without bond until the trial its time to clean house st. francois county
Misguided opinion posted on Tuesday, February 26th, 2008 at 6:49 pm
Previously known as Food for Thought
I should have not said the Democratic Party. That was misguided.
I should have said the people who run the Democratic Party in this county.
Also, I should have not said "yet another political position" in this county.
Because, it's obivious that these powerful people want to keep him at state level. He did in fact file to run again on the Democratic ticket.
I am 99.9% sure he is not doing this without advice/support from someone.
Thanks for blogging to me(I've blogged before and no one has blogged me back) and showing me there are Democrats strongly not in support of him.
I should have not said the Democratic Party. That was misguided.
I should have said the people who run the Democratic Party in this county.
Also, I should have not said "yet another political position" in this county.
Because, it's obivious that these powerful people want to keep him at state level. He did in fact file to run again on the Democratic ticket.
I am 99.9% sure he is not doing this without advice/support from someone.
Thanks for blogging to me(I've blogged before and no one has blogged me back) and showing me there are Democrats strongly not in support of him.
To:To Food For Thopught posted on Tuesday, February 26th, 2008 at 11:28 am
I'm so glad to hear not all the Democrats are willing to support Brad Robinson regardless of what he does. I believe Democrats as well as Republicans want a decent human being with integrity and honesty representing them. I'm republican but after Engler came out in the paper supporting Brad, I'll vote for a Democrat rather than him. So this could help the Democrat party if handled properly and they don't support Brad robinson.
to: Food for Thought posted on Monday, February 25th, 2008 at 7:55 pm
How would you get such a misguided opinion that the democrats in this county would welcome Brad Robinson to another political office in the county or not want him to resign because he would be replaced by a republican by virtue of the present republican governor?
Trust me, I'm a strong democrat (and I believe I speak for other democrats in the county) we do want Brad to resign and don't kid yourself into thinking that he would be appointed/voted into another political position--democrat or republican.
The voters/constituents are through with Brad Robinson for his lack of honesty, integrity, upholding the law, and his disregard for human life.
The county as a whole is very informed regarding these issues, and if Brad intends on a political future I trust it will be in another county besides St. Francois, and from what I read it's doubtful in Iron County either.
In closing, even if he resigned before he's possibly (hopefully) convicted, the appointment of a republican would only be for a short period of time before the November elections.
As slow as the justice system proceeds,there will probably be continuances and then November will be here before he is actually convicted.
Trust me, I'm a strong democrat (and I believe I speak for other democrats in the county) we do want Brad to resign and don't kid yourself into thinking that he would be appointed/voted into another political position--democrat or republican.
The voters/constituents are through with Brad Robinson for his lack of honesty, integrity, upholding the law, and his disregard for human life.
The county as a whole is very informed regarding these issues, and if Brad intends on a political future I trust it will be in another county besides St. Francois, and from what I read it's doubtful in Iron County either.
In closing, even if he resigned before he's possibly (hopefully) convicted, the appointment of a republican would only be for a short period of time before the November elections.
As slow as the justice system proceeds,there will probably be continuances and then November will be here before he is actually convicted.
Food for Thought posted on Monday, February 25th, 2008 at 10:26 am
The Democratic Party does not want him to resign, we have a Republican Governor, which means a Republican would be appointed in his place, and they do not want that to happen. So, with that being said look for Brad Robinson to be backed by our Democratic Party in yet another political position within this COUNTY. Of course, that's without a felony conviction.
Eulogy4AnAnge1 posted on Wednesday, February 20th, 2008 at 11:56 pm
Regarding the Robinson's..
Regardless if the guy was president, and etc, it does not give him or anyone the right to be able to get past such mistakes. Infact, how could that of been a mistake? Someone got hurt. *Sigh* It's the area down there ... such and such the higher upper's get the better hand. Regardless, should he give up and resign? I think so if proven guilty. Which if caught on tape, why not?
I'm not agreeing, I'm not on sides. Infact.. I think maybe he was so shocked as to what had happened that denying it would make him feel better.. (maybe not right) but if the same thing happened to one of you.. and you were a important person to the area.. wouldn't you freak? wouldn't you almost not want to lose that?
People will go links for certain mistakes.. to keep themselves in the clear. He shouldn't get let up on though just because of who he is. She on the other hand.. makes him look worse for involving herself.
Regardless if the guy was president, and etc, it does not give him or anyone the right to be able to get past such mistakes. Infact, how could that of been a mistake? Someone got hurt. *Sigh* It's the area down there ... such and such the higher upper's get the better hand. Regardless, should he give up and resign? I think so if proven guilty. Which if caught on tape, why not?
I'm not agreeing, I'm not on sides. Infact.. I think maybe he was so shocked as to what had happened that denying it would make him feel better.. (maybe not right) but if the same thing happened to one of you.. and you were a important person to the area.. wouldn't you freak? wouldn't you almost not want to lose that?
People will go links for certain mistakes.. to keep themselves in the clear. He shouldn't get let up on though just because of who he is. She on the other hand.. makes him look worse for involving herself.
ultimate question posted on Tuesday, February 19th, 2008 at 12:54 pm
What is Representative Robinson 'representing'??? That is the ultimate question.
gman posted on Monday, February 18th, 2008 at 2:52 pm
we all need to stay focused on what is going on. all politicians lie, both parties. republicans, democrats, wrong is wrong regardless of party and what brad did is wrong. everyone pointing at parties needs to grow up and stay on topic!!!!!
Think about it posted on Saturday, February 16th, 2008 at 6:31 am
Mr. Robinson SHOULD RESIGN!!! By not doing so, he is saying, "what I did is okay"
I don't want someone like this to represent me.
I don't want someone like this to represent me.
upset posted on Friday, February 15th, 2008 at 8:40 am
I'm upset with some of the ignorant people who think Brad Robinson and his wife are decent. A DECENT PERSON DOESN'T LEAVE A MAN LYING IN THE ROAD, NOT KNOWING HOW HURT HE IS!!!!! As for the people in the truck at the time I honestly hope your name comes out, you're no better than the Robinsons. To the people who say that they just made a mistake, you are sick.
T.D. posted on Friday, February 15th, 2008 at 7:58 am
Typical Democrat: Democrats Lie, i.e. Bill Clinton said, quote"I did not have sex with that woman",,, Brad Robinson says, "I was not driving,, my wife was",, how pathetic. Who's next,, Obama??,, Hillary??,,
to:the judge posted on Thursday, February 7th, 2008 at 8:52 am
remember this from grade school? IT IS BETTER TO HAVE PEOPLE THINK YOU ARE A FOOL,THAN TO OPEN YOUR MOUTH AND RID ALL DOUBT. you sir, should have kept your mouth shut.
Wookie posted on Thursday, February 7th, 2008 at 1:22 am
Hey, whats the big deal....Ted Kennedy let a girl drown in his car and he will be in office forever......some role model for our times.
Register Voter posted on Wednesday, February 6th, 2008 at 5:57 pm
Show me the proof that Brad only voted in one election! If you can't, then I think you need to be quiet. It is stories like this that make matters worse. I can complain because I vote in every election!!!!!!!
again...what's the point? posted on Tuesday, February 5th, 2008 at 10:27 am
Why on earth must some people say it's Democratic thing or a Republican thing? It has no relevance to which side the players are. The fact is that they did wrong! Are you trying to imply that ALL Democrats are liers? If so, then I believe you need to MOVE out of America. Remember, we were built on a DEMOCRATIC SOCIETY! I personally am a middle of the road kind of voter. I prefer to look @ the whole picture, not just the black and white. Open your eyes, sir. You will see the world is full of colors. You will see that EVERYONE lies. I'm still standing firm that I think Robinson should resign his position. As well as his wife. I had no clue she was a nurse! If I hit an animal on the road, I pull over and make sure it's alright.I would NEVER leave a human being laying on the side of the road! I've been a nurse ( both mental and physical sides ) for many years.I've stopped @ countless accidents to make sure people are alright. Calling 911 is super simple. I even have it as speed dial #9 on all our phones!
'you' the voter posted on Monday, February 4th, 2008 at 10:24 am
Democrat Robinson lies about what he is doing and what he has done!!! Who is responsible for putting him in office??? 'You', the voter!!! Sad.
Amused posted on Saturday, February 2nd, 2008 at 6:00 pm
Does anyone else find it amusing that in this very paper is the story of a mayor who resigned because she improperly kept a neighbors dog and filed a false police report stating the dog was lost after first telling the people the dog had died. Apparently she felt that she had brought shame to the town of Alice Texas by her actions. Doesn't sound like much compared to leaving a man lying in the road, but then again, some people have a higher sense of moral purpose than others. I guess if Donnie Marler had been a Shi Tzu dog we would already have the resignation warranted for such a callous action
What a joke!!! posted on Saturday, February 2nd, 2008 at 5:42 pm
First, it seems to me that Donnie Marler was the person who was in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Second, you say they left because they panicked. Why did they panic? I think most of us have that figured out already. DUH!!!
And third, JEALOUS? Are you for real? I wouldn't trade places with Brad right now for all the "stature" in the world. Try another adjective, like ANGRY. Most of us are just plain mad and sickened by the thought that the person we voted in office to represent US has turned into a yellow bellied coward, looking out only for HIMSELF, and putting his wife in harms way to do it. Yeah... that's a lot to be jealous of.
We would have to dig a hole to China to reach the level of "stature" he has put himself in. As the other commentor said, I hope you're not a real judge. It's doubtful. You don't seem to have the mind-set. Heaven help us if you are.
Second, you say they left because they panicked. Why did they panic? I think most of us have that figured out already. DUH!!!
And third, JEALOUS? Are you for real? I wouldn't trade places with Brad right now for all the "stature" in the world. Try another adjective, like ANGRY. Most of us are just plain mad and sickened by the thought that the person we voted in office to represent US has turned into a yellow bellied coward, looking out only for HIMSELF, and putting his wife in harms way to do it. Yeah... that's a lot to be jealous of.
We would have to dig a hole to China to reach the level of "stature" he has put himself in. As the other commentor said, I hope you're not a real judge. It's doubtful. You don't seem to have the mind-set. Heaven help us if you are.
Rod McGee posted on Saturday, February 2nd, 2008 at 2:32 pm
To the Judge:
Obviously you, like Brad Robinson, do not understand what it means to be a public servant. Being a representative does NOT give you higher stature. On the contrary, it is supposed to put you in a place where you SERVE your constituents. You flawed reasoning is exactly why so many people are fed up with politicians today. If you are actually a Judge in real life then sadly you are also a politician. I could care less what Brad Robinson accompliched as a representative; because, the moment he decided to drive off and leave a man lying in the road all that ceased to matter! Yes one mistake, if big enough, can wipe years of hard work and good intentions. At that instant he ceased to represent the people and began to represent his own selfish, best interest. My ultimate hero is the Chief Petty Officer who, during the Forrestal fire, when planes, began to explode, grabbed a fire extinguisher and ran toward the fire. One of the men he saved that day was John McCain. If Brad was manning that fire extiguisher where would we be?
Obviously you, like Brad Robinson, do not understand what it means to be a public servant. Being a representative does NOT give you higher stature. On the contrary, it is supposed to put you in a place where you SERVE your constituents. You flawed reasoning is exactly why so many people are fed up with politicians today. If you are actually a Judge in real life then sadly you are also a politician. I could care less what Brad Robinson accompliched as a representative; because, the moment he decided to drive off and leave a man lying in the road all that ceased to matter! Yes one mistake, if big enough, can wipe years of hard work and good intentions. At that instant he ceased to represent the people and began to represent his own selfish, best interest. My ultimate hero is the Chief Petty Officer who, during the Forrestal fire, when planes, began to explode, grabbed a fire extinguisher and ran toward the fire. One of the men he saved that day was John McCain. If Brad was manning that fire extiguisher where would we be?
to "The Judge" posted on Saturday, February 2nd, 2008 at 11:29 am
Higher stature? Are you kidding me? He is higher than no one...what a horrible choice of words to talk down to everyone. He is someone who was elected to a position, he is no higher than anyone else. His actions show that his moral stature is definitely not higher than anyone. His decision to leave a man for dead definitely lowers his "stature". UNBELIEVABLE! A true jerk...unless of course, you are his friend. Then he is the best guy in the world and you can't understand how people would think bad of him. Give me a break...
To "TheJudge" posted on Saturday, February 2nd, 2008 at 10:22 am
If the shoe is on the other foot, it would have been on the brake pedal. Rational people would have stopped, aided the victim, and accepted resonsibility. That is the honorable thing to do NO MATTER WHO YOU ARE!!! PERSONALITY, I am glad the shoe is not on the other foot, mine works very well thank you!
disagree with judge posted on Saturday, February 2nd, 2008 at 3:46 am
I would disagree with the comments of the judge. Brad knows whether he is innocent or guilty of the charges. If he truly believes he is innocent he should not resign and should fight in court to prove he is not guilty. If he is guilty he is doing nothing more than wasting taxpayers money and should quit. If convicted he will be forced from office. The evidence certainly looks like he is guilty. It is much more honorable to resign than to continue to lie and create a fraud on the good people of St. Francois County. I would imagine if he is guilty the judge will not appreciate him wasting the people’s money and time.
To The Judge posted on Friday, February 1st, 2008 at 9:03 pm
I wouldn't call it being at the wrong place at the wrong time. It was negligence. I am sure Michael Devlin now believes he made a mistake, but he will have to pay for his mistakes just as the rest of us do. I also thought pedestrians have the right of way. I'm not angry that he accidently hit a man, I am angry that he left.
TO :THE JUDGE posted on Friday, February 1st, 2008 at 8:50 pm
My gosh, uou still don't get it! Let's put the shoe on the other foot, as you say. If Mr. Marler would have been driving and Mr Robinson walking and again everything happened just the same, Where would Mr. Marler be---IN JAIL!!! Exactley what has Brad done as a State Re.?? What has he done for this county? Except give it a black eye. I've known Brad the last five years, I always felt that he was all about himself and this proves my gut feeling to be right! Agian, it is not about the accident, but what happened afterward and the lies that were told, come on doesn't it make you a little sick to think that "Our State Rep." would go to the length that he did to try and cover this up, what does that say to us and our children. His pride will destroy him, if he does not man up to this like he should, instead of trying to hide behind everyone else, he will be nowhere in 5 years and no one will rememer him for anything that he might have done, except this.
to: The Judge posted on Friday, February 1st, 2008 at 7:35 pm
No one is saying that Brad and Tara aren't nice people. They made a horrible decision that goes against anyone with proper ethics morality.
Don't be so hasty to think if "I" did the same thing the judgment would not be the same. Brad's stature has been unearned and the only thing I've been aware of him doing is devote his political actions to the development of "The Orchard Development" which is the establishment that saw he would be elected to further their ambitions.
Lastly, I would think that I as upstanding in the community as the next person, and I've got to tell you I don't believe I could commit a crime and then tell lie after lie to cover the truth. Especially when there was an innocent man that was left several minutes unattended. Not acceptable, not any way you slice the pie.
Don't be so hasty to think if "I" did the same thing the judgment would not be the same. Brad's stature has been unearned and the only thing I've been aware of him doing is devote his political actions to the development of "The Orchard Development" which is the establishment that saw he would be elected to further their ambitions.
Lastly, I would think that I as upstanding in the community as the next person, and I've got to tell you I don't believe I could commit a crime and then tell lie after lie to cover the truth. Especially when there was an innocent man that was left several minutes unattended. Not acceptable, not any way you slice the pie.
Rod McGee posted on Friday, February 1st, 2008 at 7:00 pm
To the Judge-- Are you serious? I believe Brad Robinson ought to resign because he left a man laying in the road. Yes, he panicked! His career flashed before his eyes. I will guarantee you I am not jealous of him in the least. I am perfectly content in my life. I have a wonderful wife, two great kids, and retired from a job I loved after 26 years, the United States Navy! I served my country and not my own selfish interest. Oh, one more thing, Donnie Marler is a great younger brother. I only thing I am jealous of is that I cannot be there to make Brad Robinson wipe that holier than thou, smug look off his face. I promise I will be there when he is convicted, and if the judge lets family members talk I will tell him exactly what I think of his cowardly rear end. Kevin Engler has been the only politician with GUTS enough to call for his resignation. The man is a disgrace. Yes, one act of pure selfishness can make you a disgrace.
The Judge posted on Friday, February 1st, 2008 at 4:21 pm
I have know Brad & Tara both for a few years and they are both genuinely nice people. They were just simply at the wrong place in the wrong time. What they did wasnt the best choice, but who are we too say what we would do in that state of panic. You people bashing Brad are simply jealous because if you did it nobody would care. It is so easy to pick at somebody with higher stature and we as humans love to do it. I think Brad should not resign for he was successful as a State Rep. and many people still support him. I think everybody just needs to put the shoe on the other foot, then think about what they say.....Best of Luck to Brad&Tara Robinson
To: in his own words posted on Friday, February 1st, 2008 at 2:13 pm
Well, I guess the truth that he wanted us to wait and see is out now. Maybe it wasnt the truth he wanted us to see ! With friends like Brad, who needs enemies !! My wife was driving, we wouldn't leave the scene, i'm a decent person. . .LIES, LIES, LIES. Nothing better than catching a liar and seeing them squirm. Seems like the penalty should include losing your driver's license too.
to: Registered Voter posted on Thursday, January 31st, 2008 at 10:13 pm
What does it really matter as far a blogs go whether or not these people are registered voters and exercise their rights? Robinson himself was a registered voter and didn't vote but in one election before he WAS ELECTED. Interesting.
Regardless whether people are voting or not they still realized there have been many crimes committed and there have been many untruths told in reference to the "hit and run".
I bet the registered voters that didn't vote in the last election will be at the polls this time to make sure Brad is not re-elected. What do you think?
Regardless whether people are voting or not they still realized there have been many crimes committed and there have been many untruths told in reference to the "hit and run".
I bet the registered voters that didn't vote in the last election will be at the polls this time to make sure Brad is not re-elected. What do you think?
To SFC Citizen posted on Thursday, January 31st, 2008 at 5:30 pm
I wrote a length comment but decided to delete because the bottom line is that is doesn't matter if you are a "Brad Supporter", SFC Citizen, "Life Long Resident, "Cornflake" etc...
What does matter is that OUR elected state representative has tried to deceive us all...
By his own words..."He said...
"HIS WIFE WAS OPERATING THE VEHICLE"
"THEY HAVE NOTHING TO HIDE"
Obviously, a lie...
HE ASKED PEOPLE TO HOLD JUDGEMENT UNTIL THE POLICE'S ACCIDENT REPORT COMES OUT.
Okay, we waited... The truth just ain't that pretty is it Brad???
HE SAID ANYONE WHO THINKS HE OR HIS WIFE WOULD LEAVE THE SCENE OF AN ACCIDENT DOESN'T KNOW THEIR CHARACTER.
I guess he demonstrated the type of character he has...
HE SAID A PROCEDURE BY POLICE HAS TO BE FOLLOWED AND THE TRUTH WILL PREVAIL.
I am thinking he was positive the good 'ol boy process would take care of him.
Now I ask you... Friend or foe... The guy committed a crime in leaving the scene of an accident -- lied to the police -- but more importantly, left a poor man in the road to die or be hit by another vehicle while he covered his ____!
What does matter is that OUR elected state representative has tried to deceive us all...
By his own words..."He said...
"HIS WIFE WAS OPERATING THE VEHICLE"
"THEY HAVE NOTHING TO HIDE"
Obviously, a lie...
HE ASKED PEOPLE TO HOLD JUDGEMENT UNTIL THE POLICE'S ACCIDENT REPORT COMES OUT.
Okay, we waited... The truth just ain't that pretty is it Brad???
HE SAID ANYONE WHO THINKS HE OR HIS WIFE WOULD LEAVE THE SCENE OF AN ACCIDENT DOESN'T KNOW THEIR CHARACTER.
I guess he demonstrated the type of character he has...
HE SAID A PROCEDURE BY POLICE HAS TO BE FOLLOWED AND THE TRUTH WILL PREVAIL.
I am thinking he was positive the good 'ol boy process would take care of him.
Now I ask you... Friend or foe... The guy committed a crime in leaving the scene of an accident -- lied to the police -- but more importantly, left a poor man in the road to die or be hit by another vehicle while he covered his ____!
SFC Citizen posted on Thursday, January 31st, 2008 at 2:15 pm
Some of you keep writing in about Mr. Marler and how he has told this story or that story about the night of the accident. I will tell you that it doesn't matter a bit how many stories he tells. The facts are the fact. No one is being charged because of an accident. They are charged for leaving the scene of an accident and makine a false police report. Mr. Marler was walking on or beside the road. It doesn't make a difference which one. The fact is if the Robinson's had stopped immediately and not went on they would not be going through this today. YES I believe it probably was an accident but they made it a crime when they did not stop and then changed their stories. Just remember there were more people in their vehicle with them and evidently they must be spilling their guts. Whatever Mr. Marler was doing makes absolutely no difference. A crime was committed and someone should pay the price.
In His Own Words: posted on Thursday, January 31st, 2008 at 1:35 pm
Brad Robinson also spoke on KFMO Friday morning as part of his weekly legislative report. He said his wife was operating the vehicle and they have nothing to hide. He asked people to hold judgment until the police’s accident report comes out. He said anyone who thinks he or his wife would leave the scene of an accident doesn’t know their character. He said a procedure by police has to be followed and the truth will prevail.
Greatful! posted on Thursday, January 31st, 2008 at 12:14 pm
I'm greatful that there is a place where opinions can be heard. If it were not for this blog site, I doubt that Brad Robinson would have felony charges filed against him. Now it's just a waiting game... nothing will happen before election in November I'm sure. Brad has his heals dug in, apparently feels no remorse, hasn't made an appology, and is confident that he will plea bargin this down to a misdemenor. But remember this incident as you step into the voting booth.
to: Life Long Democrat of St. Francois Co. posted on Wednesday, January 30th, 2008 at 11:34 pm
I feel that the life long Democrat of SF County stated his/her thoughts very well. I am of the same material and I detest the Democrats being dragged through the mud along with "the dude", Brad Robinson. He should resign immediately. You can't tell me he's not keeping tabs on the blogs and doesn't see that his constituents are fed up with his lack of responsible judgement and honesty. I understand through the "grapevine" that his colleges in the house don't find him credible and find the appropriate thing to do is step down. Apparently, he couldn't even tell our state senator the truth (see DJ article).
You're DONE DEMOCRAT DUDE
Do you not get it? Please spare us all including your family the dignity of your ego and indisgression.
You're DONE DEMOCRAT DUDE
Do you not get it? Please spare us all including your family the dignity of your ego and indisgression.
secfan posted on Wednesday, January 30th, 2008 at 9:18 pm
to time will tell:
indeed it will, and i'm just saying that what will go right, for the wrong person, probably will. for mr. robinson this has been his history for a long time. this isn't his first mistake, and it won't be his last, unless justice is served...
indeed it will, and i'm just saying that what will go right, for the wrong person, probably will. for mr. robinson this has been his history for a long time. this isn't his first mistake, and it won't be his last, unless justice is served...
Registered Voters posted on Wednesday, January 30th, 2008 at 6:09 pm
I counted 100 comments on this one article, how many of you are registered voters and exercise your rights?
Time will tell posted on Wednesday, January 30th, 2008 at 12:54 pm
The attorney talk now is all worthless. They all say the truth will prevail, or we cannot wait to tell our side of the story. I don't think the leaving the scene of an accident statute makes amends for someone who is not at fault. So even if Marler was walking down the middle of the road, where headlights are and side mirrors are not, it would still be leaving the scene, or so it would seem. Finally, all this impeachment talk, he has not been convicted yet, maybe there is moral turpitude, whatever that would mean, but, if he was elected in 2004, and has been reelected once since then, then it would likely be faster to just not vote for him this next time around, than to impeach him. To those who say Brad is great, maybe he is, great people do make mistakes, a mistake can still be a criminal act though, and the guy can still be a good guy. But, to blame the guy who was walking, and got hit with a SIDE MIRROR. He didn't make anyone switch seats or lie!
to carolyn posted on Wednesday, January 30th, 2008 at 12:42 pm
I want to say that most honorable citizens of this county DO NOT hold your brother at fault in any way. I cant believe that someone would even think that. I am glad that he made the decision to walk home and I only wish that the Robinsons had done something half as smart. Unfortunately there are stupid people everywhere. I hope that Mr. Marler is doing well and your family deals with this in the best way possible. Because you know that Brad is going to get off on some crappy little charge that doesnt mean anything.
To "DUH" posted on Wednesday, January 30th, 2008 at 12:25 am
I understand you won't be reading the "Daily Journal" any longer because of their poor writing and needing to attend college: Perhaps you should take a lesson or two in grammar and spelling. First of all, "alot" is not a word. It's a lot. Secondly, did you not learn to use commas and apostrophes? i.e. cant. Also, do you not know the correct verb usage? I think you would be well served to leave the "Daily Journal" alone and go back to college yourself. Then, maybe you would be able to actually "read" the paper and see they're doing a democratic job with respect to covering the negative and positive aspects of the bloggers. DUH?
carolyn testa posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 7:59 pm
to shelly, so you have known Brad Robinson since you were 10, well good for you, I have known my brother Donnie for a long time, also and I can tell you that he is a extremely loving , funny, smart and good person, I'm glad he didn't drive after drinking, and I am mad as I could possibly be at that smarmy state rep, who left him laying at the scene of the accident. As for that so called lawyer of Brad Robinson's that tries to make it sound like Donnie is at fault, he needs to check for his own moral fiber, also. My brother Donnie wouldn't have done the same to either of them because he is a compassionate person. I'm proud that he is my brother and I thank God that he will persevere in this difficult time. You go Donnie, love you always.
would like 2 know posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 6:56 pm
i am really curiouse as to what storey brad gave his friend dan bullock that night.did he tell dan the trueth or did he lie to him as well.if he did lie to dan is dan still behind his friend or is he feeling alittle betrayed?alittle used?i feel like dan knew the trueth and while he might not have covered for him he sure didnt offer to tell what he knew wich to me is just as bad.i think when the puzzle peices all go into place its going to be a much bigger picture than we all expected.too many people have gotten away with crimes because they "know somebody" and too many people have been subject to unfair unjust treatment because they had problems with "friends" of those "somebody's."st.francois needs a complete make over.if you cant trust your state rep. who can you trust?
Plain and Simple posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 6:25 pm
Mr. Robinson won't resign, he needs the paycheck and will continue to receive one until he is proven guilty of a felony. It is very likely that his felony charge will be reduced to a lesser charge, therefore he can keep his position and paycheck. What's missing? Peace of Mind. Priceless!
Hey Shelly, posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 5:55 pm
The media makes a mountain out of a mole hill? If that was your father, and someone hit him, and left him, and then switched drivers to hide what happened, would you feel the same way? He committed a crime. He and his wife lied. He didnt' call 911. He called his pal. A pal that happened to be a sheriff. What he did was criminal. He should be held accountable. So should his wife. He was a board member on the North County School district? He should of known about the cameras.
secfan posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 4:57 pm
to all who care:
irony of all ironys, Mr. Robinson was an instumental part in getting all of St. Francois schools covered by parking lot cameras, he pushed this through for security reasons,and they were a great idea from a concerned politician. Great job there buddy. They "the cameras" just caught the wrong criminal, oh i'm sorry i forgot all about "innocent before proven guilty" but as everybody knows a picture is worth a thousand words...I believe that means "GUILTY"
irony of all ironys, Mr. Robinson was an instumental part in getting all of St. Francois schools covered by parking lot cameras, he pushed this through for security reasons,and they were a great idea from a concerned politician. Great job there buddy. They "the cameras" just caught the wrong criminal, oh i'm sorry i forgot all about "innocent before proven guilty" but as everybody knows a picture is worth a thousand words...I believe that means "GUILTY"
Life Long Democrat of St. Francois County posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 4:25 pm
I am a proud democrat.
I have been involved in politics most of my life (thanks to my dad...)
I am appaulled and dismayed at Mr. Robinson's behavior. He has not only brought negativism on himself and his family but to the democratic party as a whole.
I guess he has failed to remember that he was elected to uphold the laws of Missouri and the U.S.
I know that he will be tried in a court of law as a citizen, but I firmly believe that elected officials should be held to a higher standard and therefore punishments should be at the maximum allowed by law.
I am in hope that the judicial system will not fail and will file all charges and procecute according (what about filing a false police report???) in addition to the other charges?
I am greatly disheartened at this whole "situation" but most certainly at the attitude of Mr. Robinson that he is above the law and that we, the citizens, are ignorant enough to believe him and his pack of lies...
SHAME... SHAME... SHAME...
I have been involved in politics most of my life (thanks to my dad...)
I am appaulled and dismayed at Mr. Robinson's behavior. He has not only brought negativism on himself and his family but to the democratic party as a whole.
I guess he has failed to remember that he was elected to uphold the laws of Missouri and the U.S.
I know that he will be tried in a court of law as a citizen, but I firmly believe that elected officials should be held to a higher standard and therefore punishments should be at the maximum allowed by law.
I am in hope that the judicial system will not fail and will file all charges and procecute according (what about filing a false police report???) in addition to the other charges?
I am greatly disheartened at this whole "situation" but most certainly at the attitude of Mr. Robinson that he is above the law and that we, the citizens, are ignorant enough to believe him and his pack of lies...
SHAME... SHAME... SHAME...
To JP from StFranCo posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 3:46 pm
I have no comments on the Robinson situation but it seems really hypocritical of you to defend this situation as an "error in judgement" and criticize people on here for being "vindictive" "vicious" and "jealous" while making vindictive and vicious statements about the President of the United States.
This blog is about Mr. Robinson, not the President. You probably should take your propaganda elsewhere. Most people here are smart enough to know that what Mr. Robinson did was not an "error in judgement" and in no way is similar to what you are eluding to.
This blog is about Mr. Robinson, not the President. You probably should take your propaganda elsewhere. Most people here are smart enough to know that what Mr. Robinson did was not an "error in judgement" and in no way is similar to what you are eluding to.
TO:curious posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 3:13 pm
YES..THAT IS THE SAME MR. MARLER.
curious posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 2:39 pm
Is Mr. Marler the same person who used to be an alderman in Desloge? I was just curious.
From House Ethics Committee posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 1:54 pm
I wrote the Missouri House Ethics Committee abut Rep Robinson's "unfortunate accident" and the following is a direct quote from
Tom Smith, Legislative Director for
Majority Floor Leader, Rep. Steven Tilley
"The House Ethics Committee meets and acts on complaints made about one member from another member of the House. In order for the Ethics Committee to meet, there needs to be a formal complaint filed. A member of the Committee does not traditionally file the complaint.
As you probably know, since you first emailed, felony charges have been filed against him by the County, for leaving the scene of an accident. A surveillance tape has shown that he was the driver at the time of the accident. If the felony charges proceed and he is found guilty, he would no longer be eligible to be a member of the Missouri House of Representatives.
Maybe we should all contact other representatives so "other members" of the House will file complaints against him. This is just in case his hot-shot lawyer, who happens to be from the same city as the special prosecutor, gets him off the felony charges.
Tom Smith, Legislative Director for
Majority Floor Leader, Rep. Steven Tilley
"The House Ethics Committee meets and acts on complaints made about one member from another member of the House. In order for the Ethics Committee to meet, there needs to be a formal complaint filed. A member of the Committee does not traditionally file the complaint.
As you probably know, since you first emailed, felony charges have been filed against him by the County, for leaving the scene of an accident. A surveillance tape has shown that he was the driver at the time of the accident. If the felony charges proceed and he is found guilty, he would no longer be eligible to be a member of the Missouri House of Representatives.
Maybe we should all contact other representatives so "other members" of the House will file complaints against him. This is just in case his hot-shot lawyer, who happens to be from the same city as the special prosecutor, gets him off the felony charges.
TO Shelly: posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 1:35 pm
Just because you have known Brad for years and like him doesn't make him a good person. There's people I've known all my life and care about, but when they do wrong and hurt someone else, I don't uphold them. If you have respect for Brad and Tara, you may need to recheck your values. A deliberate lie is not a mistake and it's not okay to hurt others with lies and he's hurt many people with his lies. He may have always been nice to you but his ego is bigger than his head. He thinks everyone but him and Tara are stupid. Work hard or party hard????
WHAT posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 1:21 pm
I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW JUST WHAT EXACTLY HAS HE DONE FOR ST. FRANCOIS COUNTY? WHAT HAS HE DONE PERIOD SINCE HE WAS ELECTED ?
CLC posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 1:11 pm
A real lack of integrity for Mr. Robinson and his bride. Even though, I'm sure the didn't do it on purpose, it is still a severe crime to hit and run. Bottom line, they switched positions, which is a verified fact. Which should tell you if you have any doubt that they knew it was wrong. A role model in the future for Democrats, I would hardly say not. Chalk up another democratic black eye for our justice system.
I'M A DECENT PERSON -NOT ! posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 1:11 pm
I agree strongly with every comment on here dealing with the concealment of a crime. The absolute hard truth is HE and HIS WIFE and EVERYONE IN THE VEHICLE hindered a police investigation and provided false information to law enforcement. That is criminal, dishonest, disgusting and impeachable !! "my vehicle was involved in an accident, my wife was driving. . ." not once is he man enough to say the truth? Isnt the police report public information now that charges have been filed? WHO are the mystery passengers who also committed criminal acts? THE PUBLIC WANTS TO KNOW !!
You Bet!! posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 12:39 pm
You think he is going to resign and lose all those benefits of being a state rep -- NOPE!
how can we expect posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 12:36 pm
How can we expect someone who has no respect for our laws to help make them?
RESIDENT posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 12:04 pm
I don't understand why people keep saying this was a "mistake" He changed drivers because he knew that something happened he would be in trouble for. An act that has thought is not a mistake. Yes I am positive that they did not hit Mr. Marler on purpose - it was just an accident. What made it more was that he delibertly tried to hide the accident. I think that the people that are trashing Mr. Marler for being on the road at 1 am are just stupid people. If he would have driven home and killed your wife/husband/kid would you have said -'well, at least he didnt try to walk home on a dark road and get hit by a car or something'!!!!! Everyone would have been on here saying 'oh horrible man, drove while he was drunk' at least he didnt put everyone in the road in danger. This would have been a simple accident if Brad and Tara hadnt tried to cover it up.
a voter posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 11:53 am
found this on big brad web site.....My job as your State Representative is to serve Missouri by helping make state laws that benefit all Missourians; and to assist residents of the 107th District in solving problems that require action on the state level.
Brad Robinson
ok brad we have a prob how can u assist us?i no i no
Brad Robinson
ok brad we have a prob how can u assist us?i no i no
Sick too! posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 11:15 am
I would be sick to my stomach as well, if I knew someone that long and thought a lot about them, it's hard to be let down, but he did what he did. Again, we know it was an accident, but what he did afterwards was morally wrong on his part and his wife's. As far as Mr. Marler walking in the road, again let's not blame the innocent person here, you are supposed to have control of your vehicle at all times when driving, that is the law! Put yourself in his shoe's, I have, I would really feel bad and upset, I would step down and try to start my life over, gain back the respect of others, but he is to proud and pride will get the best of him in the end. If he would have called 911 and stayed(if he had nothing to hide)he wouldn't be in this situation. He brought this all upon himself, not the MEDIA, why are we trying to put the blame on everyone else, PLAIN AND SIMPLE it is Brad's fault. If we would start being responsible for our actions, everyone would be better off.
to "Shelly" and "get over it" posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 11:14 am
The guy HIT someone and left, swapped drivers and STILL never told the cops he had hit someone. The cops thought the guy had been assaulted. He LIED until he was caught on video tape swapping drivers. They both LIED in the police report. That is respectable? That is something to get over? Take away the fact that he is a politician...he LIED and tried to cover up the fact that he had hit someone. Mr. Marler was not IN the road, he was on the side of the road. There is no sidewalk on Raider Rd. I commend him for having the sense NOT to drive. I condemn the decision on the part of the Robinsons to drive after they were out that night. Unbelievable that people think this is acceptable behavior for ANYONE...politician or not. Good people make mistakes too. Lying to cover up your mistake is NOT respectable.
TO:GET OVER IT posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 10:41 am
YOU ARE KIDDING, RIGHT, YOU SAY IT IS MR. MARLERS FAULT BECAUSE HE WAS WALKING, NOT TO BRIGHT...ARE YOU.....
BRAD AND TARA LIED, TRIED TO COVER UP WHAT THEY HAD DONE...YOU NEED TO GET THE WHOLE STORY NOT JUST THE COVE UP ONE.IT WOULD HAVE BEEN DIFFERENT AND THEY WOULD HAVE GOT THE SUPPORT OF THE PEOPLE, IF THEY WOULD HAVE STOPPED, TRIED TO HELP HIM, CALLED 911 NOT 1800SHERIFF AND JUST SAID IT WAS AN ACCIDENT THEN THAT WOULD HAVE SAVED "BRAD AND TARA"....BUT THEY LIED.....LIED AND LIED SOME MORE.....SO NO THEY DON'T DESERVE ANYTHING BUT JAIL TIME. AND THEY SHOULD TELL THE "MARLER FAMILY" HOW SORRY THEY ARE. OH I FORGOT.. THE SWITHCHERS CLAIM THEY DID NOTHING WRONG. GIVE ME A BREAK. STEP DOWN, AND TAKE IT LIKE A MAN, OH YEAH, TOO BAD TARA CAN'T STEP DOWN SHE WOULD DO THAT FOR HIM TOO.
BRAD AND TARA LIED, TRIED TO COVER UP WHAT THEY HAD DONE...YOU NEED TO GET THE WHOLE STORY NOT JUST THE COVE UP ONE.IT WOULD HAVE BEEN DIFFERENT AND THEY WOULD HAVE GOT THE SUPPORT OF THE PEOPLE, IF THEY WOULD HAVE STOPPED, TRIED TO HELP HIM, CALLED 911 NOT 1800SHERIFF AND JUST SAID IT WAS AN ACCIDENT THEN THAT WOULD HAVE SAVED "BRAD AND TARA"....BUT THEY LIED.....LIED AND LIED SOME MORE.....SO NO THEY DON'T DESERVE ANYTHING BUT JAIL TIME. AND THEY SHOULD TELL THE "MARLER FAMILY" HOW SORRY THEY ARE. OH I FORGOT.. THE SWITHCHERS CLAIM THEY DID NOTHING WRONG. GIVE ME A BREAK. STEP DOWN, AND TAKE IT LIKE A MAN, OH YEAH, TOO BAD TARA CAN'T STEP DOWN SHE WOULD DO THAT FOR HIM TOO.
MIDDLE OF THE ROAD MY BUTT posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 10:20 am
Now if the victim (Mr. Marler) would have been in the middle of the road as a few are saying how did he get hit with the passengers side mirror. In order for that to have happen Mr. Robinson would have to be driving in the north bound lane not the south bound lane like he was suppossed to have been in.
To Get Over It.. posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 10:15 am
He made more than a mistake - He committed a CRIME!!!! And a video is worth a 1000 words. He needs to step down... NOW!!!
bonne terre lady posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 8:47 am
Brad needs to get out of office. He is a very poor ROLE MODEL.
GET OVER IT posted on Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 at 1:23 am
JUST BECAUSE HE MADE A MISTAKE YOU WANT HIM TO STEP DOWN? PUT YOURSELF IN HIS PLACE YOU WOULD PANIC TO. AT LEAST HE CALLED THE COPS AT ALL.
MR. MARLER SHOULDENT OF BEEN WALKING IN THE ROAD TO BEGAN WITH. THEY ARE STILL REALLY GOOD PEOPLE AND STILL DISERVE RESPECT, NOT ALL THE OTHER TALK! I HOPE HE AND HIS FAMILY GETS THROUGH ALL THIS OK.
MR. MARLER SHOULDENT OF BEEN WALKING IN THE ROAD TO BEGAN WITH. THEY ARE STILL REALLY GOOD PEOPLE AND STILL DISERVE RESPECT, NOT ALL THE OTHER TALK! I HOPE HE AND HIS FAMILY GETS THROUGH ALL THIS OK.
to duh posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 9:18 pm
I like reading the comments. Daily Journal, keep up the good work and please keep us posted. I find entertaining to see what people have to say. Thanks
time posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 7:30 pm
for the DUDE to go!dont go away mad, just go! BEFORE WE THE PEOPLE THROW YOU OUT!
To Should have known posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 7:01 pm
The Robinson's son plays basketball, should they not go to watch their son? And by the way, were you one of the ignorant people chanting remarks at them. It is hard to accept this kind of action from children, I guess you are an adult.
secfan posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 6:14 pm
will he get off, well if i remember correctly there was a man in our nations capital who was charged and convicted of lying "I did not have Sex with that woman" he was impeached, meaning he was to be removed from office and what became of all of this, well...and as Paul Harvey would say, Now you know the rest of the story...
THE BURNSIDE posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 4:59 pm
I HIT A DOG TODAY AND MY FRIEND LOOKED AT ME AND SAID YOU JUST (ROBINSONED) THAT DOG...goodday
Where can I find it posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 3:44 pm
Where can I find the petition that is supposedly circulating to have him removed from office I would like to sign it.
Shelly Thomure posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 3:39 pm
MY HUSBAND AND I HAVE KNOWN BRAD SINCE WE WERE KIDS. FOR MYSELF, I HAVE KNOWN BRAD SINCE WE WERE ABOUT 10 YEARS OLD. I JUST HEARD ABOUT BRAD'S SITUATION YESTERDAY AND I THOUGHT I WAS SICK TO MY STOMACH. I WAS VERY UPSET. BRAD HAS WORKED VERY HARD AND ACCOMPLISHED MANY GREAT THINGS. SOMETIMES GREAT PEOPLE MAKE BIG MISTAKES AND THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR CENTURIES. THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CENTURIES AGO AND NOW IS THE MEDIA. THE MEDIA MAKES A MOUNTAIN OUT OF A MOLE HILL. THIS IS PROBABLY WHY BRAD DID WHAT HE DID OR FELT HE HAD TO DO THIS. MY HUSBAND AND I RESPECT BRAD AND HIS WIFE AND WISH THEM THE BEST.
Great families posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 3:26 pm
Do not leave people they just ran over laying in the roadway without calling for help.
Great families do not try to cover up a hit and run by doing a Chinese Fire Drill in the school parking lot and then falsely file police reports.
It obviously doesn't take much to impress you as achieving status of a "Great Family."
Great families do not try to cover up a hit and run by doing a Chinese Fire Drill in the school parking lot and then falsely file police reports.
It obviously doesn't take much to impress you as achieving status of a "Great Family."
to proud to be a democrat posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 3:24 pm
I'm a fellow Dem. and we both know this is a Pro Democratic County...Wake up! This is not about the guy standing in the middle of the road, let's not try to put the blame on others. It could have been you in the middle of the road that night, it was an accident until he drove off and changed drivers, a bad choice, but yet a choice and a foolish one at that. LET'S not BLAME MR. MARLER. Ask yourself this, if Mr Marler would have been driving and Mr. Robinson would have been walking in the road and been hit, and everything happened the same, WHERE WOULD MR MARLER BE? IN JAIL!!! My gosh he would have hit a State Rep., this would have been a bigger story and no one would be trying to blame Mr. Robinson for walking in the road!!Especially us Dem's, it is time for our local committee to take charge of this situation before it is to late.
to middle of the road posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 3:13 pm
We are not talking about a dog here, what does missouri law saw about hit and run, find it, read it, and then tell me he didn't do it. The law is the law, you hit, you stop, you do not go to a parking lot, switch drivers, call a friend, tell everyone what to say, and then go back. That is if you even went back right away, maybe , just maybe you went home and had someone drop you off and then send them back, you know home is not that far from the scene. I cannot believe your even comparing this to a dog, I guarantee if this were you, you would still be in jail.. We know it was an accident, but what followed was not, it was intentional, bordering on premeditation(thinking about what to do to cover it up)this is very serious, If you would do something like this you would be in jail. He needs to resign and as a voting Dem., I urge our local commitee not to let this take the party down in this county, help the man resign to save us from political suicide.
Proud to be Democrat posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 2:57 pm
Im sure if this was a Republican it might of made the news and especially would not of been in the Daily Journal. I would like to thank the Daily Journal for giving the opportunties for people to attack and say vindictive things about the Robinsons " THEN PRINTING IT" I hope you never make a mistake, or someone stands in the middle of the road while you are driving at night past midnight. Im sure you will not print this because this one is for the Robinson's who are still a great family.
STL reader posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 2:54 pm
HE DID'NT MAKE A MISTAKE. HE TRIED TO "CONCEAL A CRIME". IF HE WAS MR WONDERFUL HE WOULD'NT OF FLED THE SCENE AND LEFT A MAN FOR DEAD. WHY DID'NT HE CALL 911? HE CALLED BULLOCK TO PROTECT HIMSELF AND SWITCHED DRIVERS TO TRY TO COVER EVERYTHING UP. HE IS A CORRUPT INDIVIDUAL WHO SHOULD NOT BE IN PUBLIC OFFICE. ENUFF SAID he will be found guilty for sure
MIDDLE OF THE ROAD posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 2:17 pm
OK HOW MANY PEOPLE HAVE HIT A DOG IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD? IS THIS PERSON GOING TO BE CHARGED FOR HANGING OUT IN THE ROAD PAST MIDNIGHT? EVERYONE KNOWS THIS WAS A ACCIDENT. THE ONLY ONE TO JUDGE IS GOD. EVERYONE ACTS LIKE BRAD RAN OFF THE ROAD AND HIT THIS MAN BUT THIS MAN WAS ""IN THE ROAD"" IM SURE HE IS NOT GOING TO SUE FOR THIS????
Someone posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 2:06 pm
I'm tired of hearing about "poor Tara". Brad did not make her do anything....she's just as eager to maintain their "good" life as he is.
gap posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 2:05 pm
Why are people calling this a "mistake"? Wake up,,, this is a CRIME. I make mistakes on a daily basis, but not one of them would even come close to being called a "Felony Crime".
If someone were hired to kill your next door neighbor, but picked your house in error and killed someone living there would we just say that it was a big mistake, let him go. Of course not.
As I said in a previous comment: This started out as an accident, plain and simple. But do to the actions of those in the truck, and ONLY those in the truck, it is now CRIME... not a MISTAKE.
And for those who are glad they don't live here... we're glad you don't either.
And, finally, to "shut up already"; please, practice what you preach. If you're tired of reading these comments I have a simple solution... DON'T!!!
If someone were hired to kill your next door neighbor, but picked your house in error and killed someone living there would we just say that it was a big mistake, let him go. Of course not.
As I said in a previous comment: This started out as an accident, plain and simple. But do to the actions of those in the truck, and ONLY those in the truck, it is now CRIME... not a MISTAKE.
And for those who are glad they don't live here... we're glad you don't either.
And, finally, to "shut up already"; please, practice what you preach. If you're tired of reading these comments I have a simple solution... DON'T!!!
IMPEACH NOW posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 1:49 pm
If we, the voters of this District move to impeach mr robinson (and the movement is on from what i have heard in the community), will he retain any State benefits? I hope that this action will disqualify him from any and all benefits. I do not want my tax dollars paying any part of a pension or other fringe benefits. I will gladly sign the petition when it is formally presented to us, the voters.
bonne terre lady posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 1:45 pm
I do not think the whole system is corrupt ! I do think Brad and his wife made some very, bad, choices. I believe the justice system will hold them accountable.
To: To Disappointed posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 1:25 pm
Who cares what Mr. Marlers stories are!!! The fact is that he was walking whether in roadway or on the edge and Brad HIT him and LEFT. No crime is committed as long as you STOP not drive off and switch places in the vehicle and then go back trying to be a superhero and help. Just last week a man was hit on Hwy 221 by a tractor trailer driver and amazingly enough that man wasn't charged with a crime and we don't have all this nonsense going on with that article because he did the RIGHT thing and STOPPED, did not change drivers, leave scene of accident, etc. HOPE YOU GET IT NOW. ENOUGH SAID!
Should have known posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 12:55 pm
He isn't going to resign. He is out attending basketball games and acting like he still thinks he is a pillar of the community. They both are. Makes my stomach turn just looking at them.
Bulletinman.Com posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 11:28 am
At least Tom Burcham quit and didn't hit anyone...I told you all over 8 years ago that this whole system is corrupt. Looks like I was right. Brad has no shame!
Resign posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 10:46 am
We all understand that it was an accident and they panicked and then did the wrong thing. But do we want a representative who can't think/work under pressure? I..don't..think..so!
Additional Charge? posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 10:26 am
Why is Brad not facing the additional charge of giving a false statement to police, same as his wife? Didn't he give statement that she was driving too?
BT Born, Resident & Voter posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 9:54 am
To: Glad I don't live there, If you knew anything about our city you would realize that even though Brad Robinson has a Bonne Terre address he actually lives in Desloge rural, and I wouldn't call that rural when you live within walking distance to Desloge Wal-Mart. Just ask his kids where they go to school and of course its Desloge not Bonne Terre. I believe 911 & the US postal system needs to give Desloge rural area as well as other communities (Terre Du Lac, Lake Timberline, Goose Creek, French Village, etc) their own addresses and then you would see some to the bad publicity of Bonne Terre residents go to the residents of all the other areas. We have alot of good families that live in Bonne Terre City limits.
LISAHERE posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 8:48 am
YOU KNOW WHAT, I HEARD BRAD ON THE RADIO AND HE SAID AND I QUOTE "HE HATES IT THAT THE PEOPLE HAS TRASHED HIS FAMILY, SAID BAD THINGS ABOUT HIM AND HIS WIFE" UNQUOTE. HEY BRAD "GET OVER IT" WE DID NOT BRING THIS ON "YOU DID" YOU AND TARA LIED AND LEFT A MAN FOR DEAD AND NOW WANTS PEOPLE TO STOP TALKING TRASH ABOUT YOU. I DON'T THINK THATS GOING TO HAPPEN UNTILL YOU BOTH HAVE BEEN SENTENCED FOR WHAT YOU DONE. YOU HAVE GOTTEN OFF EASY. YOU LEFT THE SCENE AND WAS MANLESS AND LET YOUR WIFE TAKE THE BLAME. "HEY TARA THINK ABOUT IT YOUR HUSBAND WAS GOING TO LET YOU TAKE THE BLAME. WHAT A MAN.....NOT....RESIGN....AND ALEAST KEEP YOU CLOSE FRIENDS....OR FRIEND...
To: Nobody posted on Monday, January 28th, 2008 at 8:11 am
First, the only person who really knows whether he's innocent or guilty is Mr. Robinson himself.
And the people in the truck with him....oh yeah, and the VIDEO!
And the people in the truck with him....oh yeah, and the VIDEO!
K.D. posted on Sunday, January 27th, 2008 at 9:20 pm
Robinson shouldn't have lied in the first place. They both should have had a field sobriety test. The man was involved in a hit and run for God's sake and he lied about it, tried to frame his wife, had her lie about it (to protect his career) and got caught on tape lying. He needs to be a man, take responsibility for his actions and step down before he loses any respect he may have left.
to Mr. Banas posted on Sunday, January 27th, 2008 at 8:23 pm
Please sir no plea bargaining after the lying and the coniving on part of the people involved.
Palerider posted on Sunday, January 27th, 2008 at 6:57 pm
I am sorry...after reading in the St Louis Post today and reading what your slimy lawyer is saying.....you guys have really hit rock bottom...
Tell Him posted on Sunday, January 27th, 2008 at 6:26 pm
If you think he should resign tell him...his e-mail can be found here
http://www.robinson107th.com/index.htm
http://www.robinson107th.com/index.htm
Give it up posted on Sunday, January 27th, 2008 at 5:47 pm
Why dont you just give up the charade. This is abusive use of your power.
unbelievable posted on Sunday, January 27th, 2008 at 5:42 pm
Every thing about this whole story is just that.....unbelievable! No one can say that his actions are NOT suspiciuos, at best! Read the posts. The majority know better. Mr Marler, God must have been with that night. Heaven knows your elected officials were not.
Net worth posted on Sunday, January 27th, 2008 at 5:10 pm
"Honesty pays, but it doesn't pay enough to suit some people."
Kin Hubbard -author
Kin Hubbard -author