Index of SPPS Budget Discussion http://www.e-democracy.org/stpaul/spps-posts.html _________________________________________
We've got some very interesting discussions going on right now, however its time to move back toward the focus of this list - which is St. Paul Issues.
In terms of the Liberal Vs. Conservative press discussion, lets make sure that we keep the local tie and that we are talking about local press (which has primarily been true). Naturally, there is some overlap with Minneapolis (and suburbs) when we talk about the press, but we should keep the focus AS LOCAL AS POSSIBLE.
Regarding "same-sex marriage" its also time to bring that discussion back to St. Paul. Everyone has had a chance to say just about anything that they like on this topic for almost 4 days now. But, for the purposes of this list - we need to start focusing our discussion on St. Paul - again.
Suggested local angles for the "same-sex marriage" discussion, include:
- Text or wording of the resolution
- Politics of the resolution, locally. Who
is supporting it and who isn't.
- The merit of a city council resolution?
Does this belong in city hall or not?
- How a "marriage amendment" might specifically
effect St. Paul? Could the politics
of "gay marriage" affect our local business
climate over the long term? Etc.
- How the definition of marriage is affecting
local families and the services that we provide
locally to families?
Are any city provided services affected by
this definition?Once again, I think that our discussion of this controversial topic has actually went very well. I've heard some very interesting and thoughtful points made with very little name calling or personal attacks.
I'd like to thank 'ALL OF YOU' for your willingness to engage each other with some level of respect and civility, despite our very strong and passionate views on this topic.
Best wishes,
-- Tim Erickson List Manager St. Paul Issues Forum http://www.e-democracy.org/stpaul/ Hamline Midway Resident 651-643-0722 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
St. Paul Links - http://www.e-democracy.org/stpaul/links.html
"The St. Paul Issues Forum is a interactive e-mail discussion on important issues about St. Paul public policy. Participation is free and open to anyone. We currently have about 350 concerned citizens and community leaders subscribed to our discussion."
_____________________________________________
SPPS Budget Reduction Forum - Feb. 23-27
Co-Sponsored By NEAT: http://www.stpaulneat.org/
_____________________________________________
NEW ADDRESS FOR LIST: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To subscribe, modify subscription, or get your password - visit: http://www.mnforum.org/mailman/listinfo/stpaul
Archive Address: http://www.mnforum.org/mailman/private/stpaul/
