I have been coming to Washington DC since 1972. When I first came to the District of Columbia, Richard Nixon was President, there were demonstrations in the streets about the war, the Vietnam War; environmental issues started to get the whole attention of Congress with the passage of the Clean Water Act of 1972 (later in the year); Watergate had not happened yet; and J Edgar Hoover was still alive.
Man, time has gone fast. I have come to the City to work, live, and visit over the last 45 years and still inspired and excited to be here. But, to where I can have the most impact on policies and laws it is at the local and state level. That is where my heart is. Yes, Mr. Neumeister has come to Washington for another time. But the purpose is to teach people about the possibilities they can have to make a difference. I know they can.......
