I spoke with my local Representative last year regarding HB162. Actually I emailed her, and she wrote back. She ended up calling me at home that night (she used to live down the street so I know her), and we discussed HB162 at length. I explained to her my views, and she explained hers, and she told me that she was planning on voting FOR HB162. And in this election, that one issue cost her my vote.
I do think a lot more highly of her than did before, because of that phone call. Unfortunately for her, we don't agree on the speed limit issue, which is why she lost my vote. But alas, it didn't matter, as she was re-elected to her seat. I do respect her for making that call though, as she knew we did not agree and she wanted to hear my side...kudos to her for that.
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