tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post5715183452281262673..comments2024-03-25T20:06:39.794-05:00Comments on Grits for Breakfast: Pope: Staff still using pepper spray either "corrupt" or lack "reading comprehension"Gritsforbreakfasthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10152152869466958902noreply@blogger.comBlogger79125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-26053708446717801502007-11-16T21:25:00.000-06:002007-11-16T21:25:00.000-06:00The only good Bronco has done is to get raises for...The only good Bronco has done is to get raises for his TDCJ buddies. They can all go back to their own f*** up system and leave ours alone.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-86709628562997235012007-10-26T10:23:00.000-05:002007-10-26T10:23:00.000-05:00To Billy's sister, it's fine to let us know of all...To Billy's sister, it's fine to let us know of all the good your brother's done to counterbalance what you've read here. That's why it's a public forum. But this post is not really about whether he's a good person or not. In the case highlighted, his actions have drawn his employer into litigation, and Big Bro appears to have left a paper trail pinning blame on his own lapel. <BR/><BR/>Like Old Salty, I'm sorry that what you read here may be painful, and one of the dangers of the blogosphere is that people get talked about sometimes in ways they or their family don't like. Since truth is a defense to libel, though, and because reporting such incongruities helps enforce the rights of kids who can't get on the web and speak for themselves, I stand by what I've written here. I hope you'll accept my apology for any offense taken. best,Gritsforbreakfasthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10152152869466958902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-88817463654602632372007-10-26T09:57:00.000-05:002007-10-26T09:57:00.000-05:00To all,There are alot of things that we would pref...To all,<BR/><BR/>There are alot of things that we would prefer not to believe, but there are just too many questionable (if not illegal)examples of what he Billy Humphrey)has done and how he treats people since coming over to TYC. I think that everyone in TYC had hoped that the new administration and the changes mandated by the SB 103 would have brought about positive change, but they didn't. And that, is the fault of those currently in power. They have continuously demonstrated that they are solely concerned with their personal position and power and creating a mirror image of TDCJ because they have no clue regarding how to effectively manage a juvenile justice agency. They have not shown any concern whatsoever for the incarcerated youth, the impact their mindless, ill-informed decisions have had on TYC staff and their families, or the public trust they are sworn to uphold, yet continue to violate. We are defined, as human beings, not by position or power, but by our actions in our daily encounters with our fellow human beings. The solution is simple, treat people the way you want to be treated. Who knows, it could work!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-25867191835991826972007-10-26T08:50:00.000-05:002007-10-26T08:50:00.000-05:00This is actually his sister. Does anyone actually ...This is actually his sister. Does anyone actually report the good things that people do? Everything I have read so far is negative..I've seen the good he does and I know the kind of person he is. But nobody wants to hear that kind of stuff....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-92216846014227436682007-10-26T07:52:00.000-05:002007-10-26T07:52:00.000-05:00To Billy's brother - I know that all the ugly comm...To Billy's brother - I know that all the ugly comments made here about your brother must be painful. But, remember this - the kids in TYC are there because they broke the law. How are we any better than them if we choose to break the law in caring for them? Your brother is breaking the law and is demanding that his subordinates break the law. He is wrong for that. No, I don't like his style, I don't like his arrogance, I don't like the fact that he seems to think he has all the answers - but that is all beside the point. It is all about following the rules. When people put themselves above the law, we call those people criminals. Sorry, but that describes your brother. Old SaltyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-40334154101033333272007-10-25T18:47:00.000-05:002007-10-25T18:47:00.000-05:008:23 am - Work style has nothing to do with the op...8:23 am - Work style has nothing to do with the opinions expressed here. The major issue as far as I and others are concerned revolve around the issues of integrity, ethics and compassion. Bronco Billy has none of the above. This observation based upon first hand, personal knowledge gained from encounters with him in his current capacity. And as far as being smart...how smart is anyone who would consciously and maliciously choose to ignore or outright violate a court order or the law? Without the characteristics listed above (integrity, ethics, compassion and all of the other characteristics of a good leader)all the education and degrees in the world amount to nothing. No one-Bronco Billy included-is above the law.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-56400716705340601482007-10-25T08:23:00.000-05:002007-10-25T08:23:00.000-05:00I disagree with you. He is not a bad person. And I...I disagree with you. He is not a bad person. And I believe I know him better than anyone on this board. He is my oldest brother and just because you disagree with his style of work, does not make him a bad person. And for 10/24/2007 08:26:00 PM saying he is not very bright.... you have no idea how smart he is. Do you know his education background??? Say what you want, but you still have no clue on the kind of man he is.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-45318736518150237082007-10-24T20:30:00.000-05:002007-10-24T20:30:00.000-05:003:06 - How can you possibly believe that a person ...3:06 - How can you possibly believe that a person who blatantly disregards not only rules, but laws is both competent and incorrupt? This guy is a disaster! (I have had direct dealings with him - he really is as bad as all these folks have been portraying him.)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-43559059228422827912007-10-24T20:26:00.000-05:002007-10-24T20:26:00.000-05:00I, also have witnessed him in action and I agree w...I, also have witnessed him in action and I agree with 5:54; except that I would add that he is not very bright. I think all that bluster comes from a wish to cover up his own incomprehension. And yes, there are two people with that name now working for TYC. Both of them from TDCJ.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-22133743214251623572007-10-24T18:48:00.000-05:002007-10-24T18:48:00.000-05:00Can I get a AMEN for 5:54Pm :}Can I get a AMEN for 5:54Pm :}Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-10286268568051116752007-10-24T17:54:00.000-05:002007-10-24T17:54:00.000-05:003:06 pm-Sure do. I have had the great displeasure...3:06 pm-Sure do. I have had the great displeasure. He is an arrogant, corrupt megalomaniac, who believes himself to be infallible and above the law. He knows nothing about juvenile corrections and covers it up by threatening anyone who questions him on little things like due process rights for kids with transfer or termination. All you have to do is read his emails and/or memos (I believe a sterling example is posted here on Grits) to know that he is only concerned with his perception of how things should be done. The courts and the law be damned. He has no honor or integrity and has no respect for anyone who thinks independently or knows anything about working with kids. No one but his hand-picked flunkies (like Omoniye and Chuck)has any respect for him.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-42308078283355304132007-10-24T17:15:00.000-05:002007-10-24T17:15:00.000-05:00I'm actually not joking when I say this, but I bel...I'm actually not joking when I say this, but I believe there are two TYC employees who are named William Humphrey.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-65873606504505623582007-10-24T15:06:00.000-05:002007-10-24T15:06:00.000-05:00Do any of you actually know Billy Humphrey???? Or ...Do any of you actually know Billy Humphrey???? Or are you just talking from what you have "heard". This is one man who is not corrupt or incompetent.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-57850024032279340392007-10-23T22:03:00.000-05:002007-10-23T22:03:00.000-05:00Corrupt and incompetent describes Pope and Bronco ...Corrupt and incompetent describes Pope and Bronco Billy. Criminals typically don't believe the rules apply to them. That describes the folks who are currently running TYC. <BR/><BR/>Chester and Lydia protected a couple of criminals out in West Texas. The Governor and Legislative leaders are now protecting the criminals who are currently running TYC.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-22007928923489523672007-10-20T19:18:00.000-05:002007-10-20T19:18:00.000-05:00My understanding is they're copying their program....My understanding is they're copying their program.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-56146605846603334732007-10-20T18:47:00.000-05:002007-10-20T18:47:00.000-05:002:16, that link goes to a private non-profit that ...2:16, that link goes to a private non-profit that does what looks like a faith-based prison education program, and they're based in New Jersey.<BR/><BR/>Are you suggesting that TYC has subcontracted out its rehab program to this group?<BR/><BR/>Or that TYC is copying their program?<BR/><BR/>Very curious,<BR/>BB (Bill Bush)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-70968167277288394052007-10-20T14:16:00.000-05:002007-10-20T14:16:00.000-05:00www.conextions.org/www.conextions.org/Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-85102639155602135272007-10-20T11:56:00.000-05:002007-10-20T11:56:00.000-05:00Bill, if I'm not mistaken, a guy named David testi...Bill, if I'm not mistaken, a guy named David testified at the hearing and he mentioned it. I did not get to finish watching his testimony, but I believe this is where it surfaced.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-86483652532386743032007-10-20T11:35:00.000-05:002007-10-20T11:35:00.000-05:00We are getting better at the art of deception. Do ...We are getting better at the art of deception. Do not allow anything to go public until it hits the streets. This way you lessen the scrutiny and it appears your actually doing something constructive. Someone please pull the plug on the incompetent morons.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-84298373276420607982007-10-20T10:50:00.000-05:002007-10-20T10:50:00.000-05:00That's a good one, BB. The only place I've seen r...That's a good one, BB. The only place I've seen reference to "CoNEXTions" is in the report Pope passed out at the Committee hearing: "Implementing SB 103."<BR/><BR/>I don't think it's up online anywhere yet.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-26197890371569070782007-10-20T10:23:00.000-05:002007-10-20T10:23:00.000-05:00I didn't notice any mention of "Connections" in th...I didn't notice any mention of "Connections" in the latest Conservator report. I'll have to go back and look again, or maybe on the TYC web site.<BR/><BR/>Anyone know where we can find a description of it online?<BR/><BR/>BBAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-17860739299224023992007-10-20T09:20:00.000-05:002007-10-20T09:20:00.000-05:00Well "tweaking" does sound much better than saying...Well "tweaking" does sound much better than saying I have renamed different sections of Resocialization, including the name, but nothing else is different.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-46582723595604335432007-10-20T09:06:00.000-05:002007-10-20T09:06:00.000-05:005:48, Can't you disagree with someone without insu...5:48, Can't you disagree with someone without insulting them? Aren't you supposed to be role modeling behavior for TYC kids?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-44345636630728062592007-10-20T05:48:00.001-05:002007-10-20T05:48:00.001-05:00At the hearing, the comment that Resocialization h...At the hearing, the comment that Resocialization has been "tweaked" and now called Connections should have indicated to Madden & committee the total ineptitude of the current leadership and company! They have been "tweaking" policy and law since day one at TYC!! Hmmmmmmm, do they tweak because they lack reading comprehension and a total lack of juvenile justice experience or because it leads down the road to "corruption"?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8597101.post-33932833509077979352007-10-20T05:48:00.000-05:002007-10-20T05:48:00.000-05:0010/19@5:48 pm - Porras is using the office, drivin...10/19@5:48 pm - Porras is using the office, driving the car, acting like she has authority...hmmmmmmm? Sorry about calling you a genius. Reading your posts certainly disproves that assumption.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com