Interviews Galore

I never pictured myself as a person that others just had to hear speak, but funny things happen when the County Clerk declares your petition to run for City Council as valid. Suddenly, folks you've never met before want to ask you question after question after question.

I met early this morning with a reporter from the Missourian to help him with a series of questions that will be published over time leading up to the April 7th election. Both personal and campaign related, I spent about two and one-half hours describing my positions and opinions on a variety of subjects. This afternoon, I spent another hour with a reporter from the Tribune doing the same thing.

Win or lose, this campaign has helped me learn more about our goverment and the myriad issues that are involved in running it. I am developing, almost daily, a greater appreciation for the time commitment and effort necessary to be a successful council member. It is evident to me that many folks who have given their time over the years to volunteer as a member of the City Council, likely did not feel like all of their efforts were truly appreciated. I'll be the first to admit that I really had an unrealistic view of what was required of a council member.

Back to the campaign, I have a couple events coming up next week that will provide me with an opportunity to speak to groups about my ideas for City Council. Next week I'll be attending a voter forum sponsored by the League of Women Voters on Thursday evening, followed Friday by a Muleskinner's Candidate Forum during their weekly luncheon.