Attending the Washington City 66th Precinct Meeting was quite an experience for me. First of all, I was surprised at how many people showed up! People who have been much more involved than I have been said this was the greatest turnout they have seen. In fact, when all the slots were voted on there were enough candidates to fill all the slots without duplication. Down with Empathy!
The biggest surprise, however, was being voted in as a State Delegate. I certainly feel honored and humbled to be elected. In thinking about this I saw several issues being raised. Reaching back to my day job, which as a consultant I help clients win; either new programs, market share or ongoing projects, I realized it is important we "Define the win." This is what I do... spend a lot of time with clients on this definition. From a quick snapshot from the meeting I saw several "Win" possibilities:
1. Defeating Bob Bennett and sending him home to his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
2. Electing a candidate that has no ties to big business, and is a grass roots candidate.
3. Looking toward a more "Constitutional" sound candidate to help limit Federal involvement in State's business.
Interestingly enough if we define the "Win" as number 1 then we might have to comprimise on 2 or 3.
I can remember when My new bride (at that time...now married 23 years), Beverly, and I attended what was her first black tie event in Washington, DC. The keynote speaker was "Cap" Weinberger, then Secretary of Defense. He was speaking about the USS Stark that had just, that day, been attacked by an Exorcet missile. Beverly was sitting there in, her black crushed ice dress, taking in all the pomp and circumstance of the event. A then under secretary of the Army leaned over and asked her if this was her first event. She said it was and had she done something wrong. He smiled and said "No", you are the only one paying attention!
Although the Precinct meeting was my first meeting I know how to "Pay attention!
So help us "Define the Win". We are in a sprint to May 8th when the State convention will be held.
Please send this Blog out to your friends and neighbors so they to can respond. I want to know their concerns so that I can ask the right questions to help get the answers as to the person we feel has the best qualifications to represent the voters in our pricinct! Is our main concern jobs? Is it energy? Is it education? What are your concerns so that I can take the questions to the candidates? My first meetings with them begin Monday, March 29th...and my purpose is to represent you! Help me out, if you please.
Regards,
Bob Sands
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Glad to see that someone is paying attention!! You are a perfect fit for this role! Good luck!
ReplyDeleteThank you Lisa and God Bless
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Great start! It was obvious at the caucus meeting that everyone in attendance agrees that the first goal was well defined. Senator Bennett must go. Nice man. Not what we need right for the next six years.
ReplyDeleteGreetings dear friend, from Precinct 41 in SunRiver. Two years ago there were 8 people in attendance at our Caucus: the 23rd of this month 50+ we "paying attention"! I love your definition of A WIN, and as a State Delegate join you in the fight.
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Beverly here! Bob is getting ready to add more after meeting with Mike Lee, Tim Bridgewater, and Philpot. He still anxiously awaits a meeting with Cherilyn who is due down here mid month. I can't wait for him to give his observations! He's really studying the candidates, asking tough questions, feels it's a great commitment to be open minded, and is honored to represent Precinct 66 the way they asked him to do. So....get ready....tomorrow will soon be here, and he'll be putting his thoughts to paper (blog)! p.s. if you would forward to all the delegates you're aware of, and the folks in Precinct 66, he sure would appreciate it. He wants to share with as many folks as possible. THIS IS AN IMPORTANT TIME! Blessings to all!
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ReplyDeleteExcellent blog. Your comments on the prospective candidates seem to hit the nail on the head as well. While we will be leaving So.Utah for the summer soon, please know we will follow you every step of the way and help you in whatever way we can. Since retiring here in SunRiver, I have taken on the motto:
"UTAH IS, WHAT AMERICA WAS!"
In 2010 with the good people of Sothern Utah let us hope and work toward the same goals. And if "Change" is in order, that they be for the benefit of all "GOOD CITIZENS".
Kind regards,
Bob & Kay Traver