But before that, exhibitors complained that he pretty much ran the union workforce. This specifically prohibits verbal or physical threats or abuse of another individual, including but not limited to the congregation of one or more individuals in an area to create a show of force. Politicians often receive all kinds of honoraria. The controversial kind, like junkets to Caribbean golf paradises. And the seemingly harmless kind, like T-shirts or badges bearing clubs' or civic groups' insignias.
Most pols toss the tokens of appreciation after shaking hands and acting really, really grateful.
But for reasons Heard in the Hall is unqualified to ponder because its staff lacks an advanced degree in psychology, the city's official bean counter can't let them go. City Controller Jonathan Saidel collects them. In fact, he's turned his office to something of a collector's case for the T-shirts, club jackets, plaques, badges and other knickknacks he's received from civic and other organizations around town. The office floor, tables and desk are strewn with his collection. Oddly, Saidel doesn't wear any of the 101 T-shirts.