Thanks to those who sent in feedback! Here is some of the feedback that we received.

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Real Diversity Knows Real Citizens

For too long, (since the early 80’s,) I have seen a dominant west-coast citizenry give unmerited privilege to minorities by promoting them in line ahead of others, and changing signage to include their native language. I realized these were personal and private store choices, but unquestioned choices, overtime, belie a cultural lack of value for true character. Character isn’t a skin color or a language, it is an outstanding love toward others, dedication to service, and dependability. Essentially, character is genuine care. And, genuine care for others aligns with merit because it is demonstrative.

Character is the difference between earned and unearned privilege. Without establishing character, a genuine society cannot be built by throwing tax dollars at “free” inclusion programs.

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Excellent!

Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts on diversity of views being what is so needed now and reminding us of people like Connie Morella and Jim Gleason from the past.

I appreciate your piece in Bethesda Beat, and your newsletters and leadership.

Helping me remember that all is not lost in Montgomery County, even though it’s an uphill battle!

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Rising Property Taxes

My husband and I have lived in Montgomery County all of our lives.  We have paid property taxes for 62 years.  It's time to help the seniors citizens.  Fixed incomes do not allow for the rising costs of living in this county.  What is being done to help the older citizens stay in their homes?