Harkey In Action

The politician who would sue her constituents?

At the Council Meeting on September 4, Diane Harkey delivered a rant against the recall proponents. Looking and listening to her comments in full, one can easily allege the implications were meant to be: “Succeed in getting the recall on the ballot and pay the legal consequences.”

How else could anyone interpret Harkey's remarks? And who would vote for anyone who might later turn around and sue them?

Paranoid of Colleagues

Diane Harkey believes that her council colleagues are "out to get her". The reality is that citizens are outraged by her ethical lapses and corruptness (see Why Recall Diane Harkey). We have posted audio of a telephone message that shows this paranoia of a council colleague, and even a constituent. 

You can listen to the tape below.

Harkey Justifies Position Based on Wealth

Harkey is never afraid to flaunt her wealth in order to justify her position on the council.

"My only point was that I am independently wealthy and do not need the council for influence peddling or to help out friends." 
Source:  Email from Diane Harkey to Dana Point resident, October 14, 2005

"I also did not buy my way in to the council - I merely fought fire with fire as I could afford to do so.  I also got Lara (Anderson) elected, as you well know that has been my curse..."
Source:  Email from Diane Harkey to Dana Point resident, October 14, 2005

"In case you didn't know, I'm very wealthy..."
Source: Email from Diane Harkey to Dana Point resident, October 13, 2005