It is my hope that in this coming year we can resolve to be kinder to each other and to

try to keep in the forefront of our minds that we here are allies; we are on the same team. We may disagree about how to achieve our goals but, by and large, we share the same goals.

All ages, all colors, wherever we live, whoever we love, wealthy, poor, healthy or not, no diploma or advanced degrees---we are Democrats and progressives who are willing to tolerate each others differences and forgive each others' flaws and shortcomings.

"Eyes on the prize!"

I wish each of you a Happy and Healthy New Year. "Peace and love, brothers and and sisters".