Partisanship

One of the hardest things about running for public office is dealing with partisanship, no matter what party you identify with politically. There are “fundamentalists” on each side of the political spectrum.  The truth, however, is that most of us cluster...

Sometimes, the Old Way is Better

I love technology.  I love the internet.  It makes so much of what I do faster and easier.  However, when it goes down and is not working, I realize that the “old fashioned” way has its appeal, especially in its ability to have a bit of redundance built...

The Biggest Day So Far

Yesterday was Primary Day in Pennsylvania, and as a first time candidate, it was a great opportunity to go to every single polling place in the District, meet the volunteers, and talk with folks on both sides about what’s important to them.  It was the best way...

Bosom Buddies

Moms tend to put themselves last on the list of things that need to be taken care of and maintained.  Too many women put off regular health screenings as a result, but that can put you at even greater risk for more serious problems.  For example, if breast cancers are...

What Do We Want From Government?

Before I decided to run for office, I was pretty content sitting on the sidelines, complaining about the various decisions made by governmental officials at every level.  Politics was a sport, and I viewed it mostly from the cheap seats, although when the elections...