Summit at Mt. Trashmore Continues

How would we ever justify the payroll of politicians if there was a continuous state of getting along. If things went smoothly, as they could if the powers that be allowed it to be, they would have to fight for their jobs like those with real jobs . Thus, by unwritten law, we must have arguments, battles, and wars. If leadership was effective, with time, there would be continous positive results built on the careers of other leaders, not a constant emphasis on change around voting time. L:ife would become better, not worse. Ill-placed assistance can perpetuate problems as much as deliberate ignorance. It's how it is used. Perplexing, paradoxical, and ironic, but, a well lubricated machine, this is.

Virginian-Pilot Mascot

It is the nature of a locale to be almost myopically focused on its own surroundings. It's always been challenging to simultaneously focus on the trees and the forest. And thus city leaders should stay focused on their own areas, as they know them best. The mascot of regionalism serves the purpose of reminding the different city sectors of a common goal, a realization that our actions have ripple effects. Jeez, this could get deep.