Save Whiting
Meeting in the Middle
March 10, 2008
 CNN has seemingly been the only thing on our TV for a few weeks now. My wife and I are not only interested in the presidential race, but also find it a great opportunity to begin a conversation with the kids about public service and how the words and ideas of leaders shape our daily lives. During one reflection over dinner, our 8 year old daughter turned the table and challenged me to provide evidence of what I’d learned as a result of the race so far. I think the discussion we had bears directly on the situation we’ve got going in the Indiana legislature right now: the most successful folks are the ones who can build bridges. They aren’t the ones looking for one-size-fits-all answers, but are looking for creative solutions to problems.  Clearly, the Republicans in John McCain have someone who demonstrates the courage to step outside the narrow confines that others would like to restrict him to. As a result, he is successfully broadening the base of the party. The remaining Democratic contenders are the ones who have most ably demonstrated that they can do the same. The politics that we have grown accustomed to—the kind that focuses on appealing to extremes—is disappearing. Bridge-building, seeking creative solutions, working across the aisle, having the courage to meet someone in the middle—these are the things that truly make a difference. Our legislature has the opportunity to demonstrate genuine leadership by recognizing the distinct situation Whiting is in and acting with us to help avoid a devastating problem. Let’s encourage them to do so.

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