N.J.'s Joseph N. Di Vincenzo Under a Cloud.

August 4, 2011 at 12:15 P.M. Yesterday, it was reported in the news, including the BBC news service, that 70 persons were arrested as participants in an Internet child-pornography and -prostitution service focused on a site called "Dreamworld." 

Some of these persons charged with child molestation are located in New Jersey. A single "error" was inserted yesterday in my review of "the Adjustment Bureau." I have done my best to correct this "error." I would not be surprised to find that some of the hackers into my blogs are among those arrested who may be Right-wing Cuban-Americans and "others." ("More Child Abuse in New Jersey" and "New Jersey Superior Court Judge is a Child Molester.") 

August 3, 2011 at 3:17 P.M. Continuing attacks on these sites have made writing difficult today. I will struggle to post essays and other writings at these blogs. If more than two days pass without a new comment from me it means that I am prevented from writing on-line. 

August 1, 2011 at 2:05 P.M. A wave of attacks against these writings over the past few days resulted in alterations of numerous texts. ("A Report Card for Barack Obama" and "Consciousness and Computers.") 

I will do my best to repair the harm done to my works over the next few days. ("How censorship works in America" and "What is it like to be censored in America?") 

The story of the so-called "Cuban Five" has generated international attention. United Nations' human rights organizations and bodies expressed concerns about the treatment -- including allegations of psychological torture that are amazingly similar to those made by me prior to the publication of these claims -- received by these men in U.S. custody, men who have hurt no one. Alice Walker, "Introduction," in Letters of Love and Hope: The Story of the Cuban Five (Melbourne & New York: Ocean Press, 2005) and http://www.oceanpress.org

"The Crisis is Rooted in Republicans' Denial of Reality," (Editorial) in The New York Times, July 27, 2011, at p. A22.

"The Costs of Stalemate," (Editorial) in The New York Times, July 28, 2011, at p. A22.

Sam Dalwick, "Political Lines and Jail Bid In New Jersey," in The New York Times, July 28, 2011, at p. A1.

Essex "County Executive," JOSEPH DI VINCENZO, a Democrat close to Governor Christopher Christie -- who enjoys both a salary and full pension benefits at the same time -- is now involved in a controversy concerning corruption of the public bidding process for the construction of an Immigrant Detention Center by the "tainted" and well-connected firm "Community Education Centers."

Mr. Di Vincenzo denies underworld affiliations and, allegedly, despite very little evidence to prove the point, continues to call himself a Democrat. Also allegedly, $8 to $11 MILLION has already been awarded to a contracting firm whose appreciation for Mr. Di Vincenzo's generosity is bound to be expressed, at some point down the road and in some fashion that involves a little money, possibly. ("Cement is Gold.")

Among the players in this latest N.J. corruption farce, allegedly, is Kim Guardagno, Esq. (Governor Christie's "right-hand-woman").

William J. Politucci, Esq., Mr. Christie's political mentor (a.k.a. "Godfather") and a Republican behind-the-scenes "fixer" in New Jersey, is also involved in this so-called "slimy deal." All of these persons are self-styled "distinguished attorneys" and some of them may have served on their local bar association's "ethics committees," irony intended. ("New Jersey's 'Ethical' Legal System.")

It is not known whether kickbacks to Mr. Christie and/or others are planned or have taken place at this time. In the words of Mr. Christie: "New Jersey's culture of corruption must be controlled." ("Law and Ethics in the Soprano State" and "Corrupt Law Firms, Senator Bob, and New Jersey Ethics" then "New Jersey's Politically Connected Lawyers On the Tit.")

Community Education employees, including senior executives and several of their family members have donated a total of $30,600 to Mr. Di Vincenzo's campaigns since 2006, according to disclosure records. ("Does Senator Menendez Have Mafia Friends?" and "Is Senator Bob 'For' Human Rights?")

I knew they would find a way to say "thanks." Perhaps Mr. Di Vincenzo also knew this much and counted on the "kindness of strangers."

The costs of Republican obstructions in Congress concerning the debt ceiling are suicidal for America which is in real danger of being reduced to the status of a Third World economy at some point in this century.

"The costs of this fecklessness should now be clear to everyone. The Dow Jones industrial average dropped nearly 20 points on Wednesday and is now down 421 points since Friday when Mr. Boehner left President Obama waiting for a phone call that never came about a deal that was never closed."

The desperate and slap-dash, "fly-by-night" solutions cobbled together at the eleventh hour at the expense of the poor and powerless is further proof, if any were needed, of petty and childish -- maybe even racist! -- behavior on the side of the G.O.P.

Mr. Boehner's singing of "zippidi-do-da" as he was heading to a meeting seemed very strange to reporters. (I would love to debate the spelling of this curious term: "zippidi-do-da.")

No wonder these writings were attacked in violation of federal and state laws, publicly, and with continuing impunity.

A list of dozens of examples of New Jersey corruption will be added to this post in the days ahead.

Sources: 

"Cruel Isolation: A California Prison Protest Spotlighted," (Editorial) in The New York Times, August 2, 2011, at p. A24. (Policies that are routine in New Jersey prisons are outlawed as "cruel and unusual" in California.)

"Reaping Millions From Medicaid in Non-Profit Care for Disabled: Abused and Used," in The New York Times, August 2, 2011, at p. A1. (The real poverty pimps and exploiters of the most helpless victims of illness or injury are the Levy brothers of Flatbush, Brooklyn, paying themselves millions to provide inadequate care for disabled persons in the metropolititan area. I wonder whether Terry Tuchin knows or is affiliated with these two "persons." "An Open Letter to My Torturers in New Jersey, Terry Tuchin and Diana Lisa Riccioli.")

Mary Ann Spoto, "Judge Says Corrections Officers Are Due Back Pay," in The Record, July 26, 2011, at p. A3. (Where will the money come from in New Jersey?)

Lindy Washbaum, "Doctor Faces New Pill Charges: Awaits Trial in Prescription Scheme," in The Record, July 26, 2011, at p. L-1. (New Jersey's medical establishment is the most corrupt in the nation.)

Karen Rouse, "Support Strong for Red Light Cameras," in The Record, July 7, 2011, at p. L-1. (Cameras should be placed in New Jersey's Assembly and Senate. Privacy has already disappeared for non-politicians.)

John Markoff, "Race to Build a Robot More Like Us," in The New York Times, July 12, 2011, at p. D1. ("Consciousness and Computers," "Mind and Machine," then "A Doll's Aria.")

Kyle Hightower, "Doubts Linger in Anthony Murder Trial: Witness Tampering is Probed," in The Record, July 13, 2011, at p. A2. (OAE witness tampering continues to go uninvestigated and unpunished. "New Jersey's Office of Attorney Ethics" and "New Jersey's 'Ethical' Legal System.")

Deborah McInnis, [Debbie Poritz?] "The Chocolate Cake Theory of Political Misbehavior," in The Record, July 13, 2011, at p. A11. ("The Jersey Way.") (Judicial favors for lesbian sex, Debbie?)

Justo Bautista, "Clifton Firm Admits Weapons Scam: Had Federal Contract But Let China Make Gun Parts," in The Record, July 13, 2011, at p. L-1. (Only in New Jersey, where politicians and law enforcement are corrupt, could you hope to get away with scams resulting in the theft of millions of taxpayer dollars and threatening the lives and welfare of American soldiers in battle.)

John C. Ensslin, "Lawsuit Settled Against Officer: Woman Alleged Sex Assault in Lockup," in The Record, July 13, 2011, at p. L-1. (New Jersey judges usually like to get in on the sexual abuse of prisoners, allegedly: "Deborah T. Poritz and Conduct Unbecoming to the Judiciary in New Jersey.")

Scott Fallon, "Sewage Spill Advisory On For Hudson: New York Plant Seepage Could Affect North Jersey Towns," in The Record, July 22, 2011, at p. A1. (How can they tell -- or smell -- the difference in Hudson County?)

Zach Patberg, "Retriree is Seeking [Wages]: New Executive Berdnick's Hire to get $177,648 in Pay, [Plus] Pension," in The Record, July 22, 2011, at p. L-1. (Former New Jersey town sheriff supplements pension with $177,648; plus $81,135 as salary from the sheriff's department, and $96,513 from his pension allowance. Ethics?)

More examples of corruption in New Jersey will be added to this list in the days ahead: 

Mary Ann Spoto, "New Jersey High Court Censures Retired Judge," in The Star Ledger, August 2, 2011, at p. 9. (Superior Court Judge Steve Perskie sanctioned for "taking care of a friend." 5 out of the 7 "justices" to whose services the residents of New Jersey are entitled actually voted in this matter. Will Mr. Rabner appoint more of his and Mr. Netanyahu's "friends" to the N.J. Supreme Court?)

"Freeholder Disputes Primary Election Results," in The Star Ledger, August 2, 2011, at p. 13. (Hank Lyon, Esq. accepted $16,000 in illegal contributions for his candidacy as "freeholder.")

"Noted Ex-Judge Censored by Court; Late in Recusing Self in Associate's Cases," in The Record, August 2, 2011, at p. A-3. (How come "Justice" Helen Hoens was not censored when she refused to recuse herself in order to "take care of something" for Christie and her husband -- a husband who works for the governor, allegedly? Should Chief Justice Rabner have recused himself from any decision concerning or affecting me? Were you protecting "friends," Mr. Rabner, or merely being paid for your help? "No More Cover-Ups and Lies, Chief Justice Rabner!")

Joe Brenan, "Ex-EnCap Chief Charged in Deal: Accused of Extortion Over Asbury Park Loans," in The Record, July 30, 2011, at p. L-1. (William Gauger, Esq. -- who allegedly had several N.J. judges "on the payroll"! -- charged with extortion in land deal, kickbacks to local politicians, like Bob Menendez, are suspected and are under investigation, also allegedly.)