Michael Atherton wrote: >Four years ago I was able to talk to R.T. for a few minutes and was impressed with his candor. This year I imagine that I'd be body blocked by corporate lobbyists. Sad to think that the weeds have grown up among the grass roots.<
I am not R.T.'s greatest fan. I didn't vote for him (still can't believe I voted *for* SSB!) and I strongly disagree with him on some issues. That said, I have been at a few places where he attended or conducted public meetings, and found him to be approachable, friendly, and he even sought out folks afterward to talk more. His staff members are good at spotting folks who might have an interest and finding out who they are and sharing business cards for further contact. An incumbent tends to be more insulated than a candidate. But in my experience this mayor is out there and available. M. G. Stinnett Jordan REMINDERS: 1. Think a member has violated the rules? Email the list manager at [EMAIL PROTECTED] before continuing it on the list. 2. Don't feed the troll! Ignore obvious flame-bait. For state and national discussions see: http://e-democracy.org/discuss.html For external forums, see: http://e-democracy.org/mninteract ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, Un-subscribe, etc. at: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
