...or at least it felt like it was last night. As primary season gears up – and it seems to do so earlier and earlier every time around – those of us with worldly ambitions have shifted focus to the latest happenings in the biggest races. Does Dave Magnum still have a loss fight left in him? Is Ron Paul the new people-powered Howard Dean? Well okay, maybe you haven't been asking those questions. The point is that while none can resist the allure of national politics, the College Democrats meeting last night remained firmly based in the happenings around this town, focusing briefly on national races, and addressing pressing issues around Madison.
First things first: everyone should be sure to check out the College Democrats' (and the College Republicans', among others) efforts to help make our neighborhoods safer. Mr. Kiefer even gave his personal assurance that he'll be working the streets (did I say that right?) on Saturday after work. He has written on this subject previously, and made sure to make clear our efforts to make our city a safer and more enjoyable place for students.
Other presenters included the three major students-for-candidates groups, as well as announcements regarding student participation in the Student Union Initiative and Roosevelt Energy. Anyone interested in how our money will be spent in the construction of the new Union South ought to check out the first link, and anyone with an interest in green issues would be well-served by either project. The new Union will be built with student funds, and the energy innovations of today will shape the world of tomorrow. This is our chance to do something about the issues that will effect us in the years ahead.
Finally, the marquee speaker of last night's meeting was none other than Johnny Winston, Jr. – a veteran firefighter and public servant of the MMSD school board. This morning's Badger Herald offered a good summary of the educational challenges we face as a city in changing demographics and budgetary restrictions. Winston's knowledge and dedication to his office showcases the investment he has made in the children of Madison and surrounding communities. But as he makes clear, there is no such thing as an easy solution in his line of work. Winston has been forced to make tough decisions for years, and I would like to think that his words last night made a lasting impression upon all of our hearts and minds.
First things first: everyone should be sure to check out the College Democrats' (and the College Republicans', among others) efforts to help make our neighborhoods safer. Mr. Kiefer even gave his personal assurance that he'll be working the streets (did I say that right?) on Saturday after work. He has written on this subject previously, and made sure to make clear our efforts to make our city a safer and more enjoyable place for students.
Other presenters included the three major students-for-candidates groups, as well as announcements regarding student participation in the Student Union Initiative and Roosevelt Energy. Anyone interested in how our money will be spent in the construction of the new Union South ought to check out the first link, and anyone with an interest in green issues would be well-served by either project. The new Union will be built with student funds, and the energy innovations of today will shape the world of tomorrow. This is our chance to do something about the issues that will effect us in the years ahead.
Finally, the marquee speaker of last night's meeting was none other than Johnny Winston, Jr. – a veteran firefighter and public servant of the MMSD school board. This morning's Badger Herald offered a good summary of the educational challenges we face as a city in changing demographics and budgetary restrictions. Winston's knowledge and dedication to his office showcases the investment he has made in the children of Madison and surrounding communities. But as he makes clear, there is no such thing as an easy solution in his line of work. Winston has been forced to make tough decisions for years, and I would like to think that his words last night made a lasting impression upon all of our hearts and minds.
3 Comments:
Great recap! Inspiring doesn't begin to explain Johnny Winston's fight for the children of Madison. He is a politician who cares.
I think my favorite line of the night was about education and taxes... if anyone remembers it exactly, they should post it.
I'm not sure if this is what you're talking about Scott, but I thought his comment on how being a school board member is the most difficult job was especially true.
"You're dealing with the two things people care about most: their money and their kids."
great recap
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