I'd like to relate a lesson I learned when I ran for City Council in Santa Monica. I learned that what most voters want is to be heard, for someone to listen to them and not talk *at* them. To me, listening is the essence of grassroots democracy: having elected leaders who have listened to the people and who respond ethically and appropriately in the course of governing. I want you to know that I am listening to you and I welcome your input. I need your feedback and participation. In addition, I ask that you be there for me, too, on Election Day! If you live within the 41st District, please consider voting for me on Tuesday,  Nov. 2, 2010 and tell your neighbors about me, too! Thanks!