I spent some time on November 9th texting people not to limit their political life to the ballot box.  A message I have been trying to spread for the past several years.  The words were well received and I am elated that new people are preparing to awaken politically.

It has been encouraging to see, in light of the Trump presidency, that others have taken to this message, encouraging people to stay informed, engaged, and increase their political activity.

Welcome to the battle.  The work is tedious. Moving a mountain one stone at a time may seem like an effort in futility, but with many hands, the mountain can be moved.

Politics is a war of attrition.   Every morning, after an election, regardless of outcomes, one must look in a mirror and ask, “What stone will I move today?”

Stuck on figuring out what you should work on?  Take an inventory of your passions.  Some of mine include the First Amendment, transparency, libraries, and the arts.

If you need someone to talk with, reach out.  I’m always happy to cheer you along and help you get involved.

Laugh when you can.  And as Ian MacLaren said, “Be kind.  Everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.”