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I would also like to see the politicians in the parades. Seeing politicians
in the parades gives us a chance to see them in person.
With such a large Congressional district it is nice to have a parade
that encourages the politician to come to our town and interact with people
that they represent, as well as allowing us to meet with other candidates
who may be running!
Plus- Keep the bands! All kids need the chance to perform!
--Ruth Charles
> From: Ed Thompson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Date: Mon, 28 Jun 2004 12:05:58 -0700
> To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Subject: Re: [Winona] Politics in the Steamboat Days Parade
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> [Winona Online Democracy]
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> Howdy, y'all
>
> My view on the parades is somewhat different than recent letters. I would
> like to see MORE politicians and bands participate and FEWER businesses and
> other organizations. Many of the latter are no better than a group of
> people (often kids) doing nothing more than walking down the middle of the
> street, some are blatant attempts to sell a product, and I get downright
> annoyed at yet another radio station or bar blaring "popular" music at
> maximum volume. That's not entertaining.
>
> At least the politicians and their supporters interact with the crowd, and
> it does give us the opportunity to see the people asking to be allowed to
> represent us without their finely-spun media images. Having bands in the
> parade allows our schools and our kids a much deserved opportunity to get
> out into the community, and I particularly like having bands from other
> cities. Like any city, we benefit from interacting with other communities
> and broadening our horizons a little bit.
>
> Ed Thompson
>
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