I feel I must respond to the large “Welcome to Reagan Country” sign greeting motorists on the way into Hollister. While it is certainly understandable that Republicans are yearning for a positive role model to hold up before the people, and that they would choose for this purpose a past Republican icon who enjoyed great popularity, it is a travesty to celebrate the legacy of Ronald Reagan.

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For those people who are still trying to decide between Barack Obama and John McCain, and for those seeking reassurance that they've made the right choice, and even for those who seem to be having difficulty understanding this historic election, I would like to offer a few thoughts in support of Obama's candidacy.

First of all, let's remember that we raise children in this society to believe that anyone can grow up to be president, and that they should do their very best in school and for their country. Barack Obama bought into that value. He excelled in school, despite a very unsettled childhood, ultimately graduating from Harvard University and then giving back to his community through charitable work. For this, Republicans deride him as an elitist. Personally, I think it is in the country's best interest to have the most intelligent among us for leaders, especially when they put community ahead of self-interest.

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Help take back America one neighbor at a time!  Come to the monthly meeting of San Benito County Democrats to volunteer. 


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