[Mpls] 'Citizen Participation' still a myth; 'Activist Participation' not a myth

[David Greene]

Bob Johnson wrote:

> D.  The sad thing is that the longer this myth (hoax) is allowed to
> persist, the longer will real City problems go unanswered.  The 
> neighborhood residents should band together to work with their elected
> representatives in order to solve real City problems (which are not
> cig smoke, diesel fumes, leaf blowers, etc.)

So what are you going to _do_ about it?  I hear lots and lots of
complaints on this list.  The power lies with those who wield it.
The question is, are we courageous enough to use it?

I'm active at several levels of government, including the city.
So are others on this list.  What about all the rest of the list
members?

David Greene
The Wedge