Yes, those were my words when Ken first talked to me about running for President. I think I even said, "Of the United States?"
Well, most of my friends and family know that I was never a political person, had no interest in politics, and always felt like my little voice would never count in government issues.
Being on the road for 78 days (yes, I counted) has changed my thinking. I've had many opportunities to listen to people in organized meetings and events, coffee shops, diners, retail stores and living rooms -- a lot of them.
Over the months, we ran into people who are happy with the government, and those who didn't really have an opinion, but a comment commonly made was about the degree of hate in our country -- division, no civility, and how we are polarized.
Those comments confirmed one of our reasons for campaigning. We want to help the country begin to heal. To start having respectful conversations. Reminding people that it's okay to disagree, but we don't have to attack and hate people.
I strongly believe if we work together to make changes and set examples, great things will happen. You've heard the phrase, "It takes a village." Well, it does, and in this case, it takes all of you.
We need to get back to doing the heavy lifting, like the "Greatest Generation," or those who have
This is an educational tour for me. I've learned so much, and meeting people from all walks of life has been an incredible experience. (Duke has made a lot of friends, too. Everyone loves Duke the Wonder Dog!)
We need to get our message out. We don't have millions of dollars to spend on ads, but we have you. Your donations will help us move forward, to stay in the game.
Ken has been invited to events in 2020. We need your help. Listen to the podcasts. Share the blogs and posts. And please ... please ... donate generously now. We need you.
Thank you for your support.
Love and blessings,
