I’ve been a registered Democrat since 1984. I can still recall my naïve and crushing disappointment when I heard that Ronald Reagan had won. How was this possible I thought? Twenty-five years later, I survey the current national political landscape and I think the same thing: How is this ...
Read moreI’ve been a registered Democrat since 1984. I can still recall my naïve and crushing disappointment when I heard that Ronald Reagan had won. How was this possible I thought? Twenty-five years later, I survey the current national political landscape and I think the same thing: How is this possible? It is disheartening to see in most of the GOP candidates, an utter lack of integrity and grasp of relevant issues facing most Americans.
Presently I’m the Executive Director for Meals on Wheels of the Salinas Valley. Prior to this, I was the Executive Director for the Monterey County Bar Association. These positions are different on so many levels. However, they speak to the fact that I like to be challenged and am capable of adapting and functioning in a variety of environments.
I was raised in Illinois by Margaret and John Gage. My mom was a waitress and my dad was a dock-hand. it’s hard not to feel that I’m writing a country western song. So many individuals have compelling stories about their humble backgrounds. My mom and dad were two hard working people who provided for their family at a time when working-class families could own a home, take vacations, and save a little in the bank. Those days have disappeared for most people in this socio-economic class. My mom and dad were not overtly political, but they were fair and honest. Both had great work ethics which I was fortunate to inherit.