For the third time in four years, I had the honor of going to our nation's capitol to visit with lawmakers regarding issues important to independent hardware retailers. As the chairman of the North American Hardware Association's Legislative Leadership Council, I was actually representing thousands of independent retailers!
While in Washington, I spoke to Senator Herb Kohl (D-WI), Congressman Paul Ryan (R-WI) and staff members from the offices of Senator Russ Feingold (D-WI), Congresswomen Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Congressman Ron Kind (D-WI). While it was apparent that each person I spoke with did not agree with everything I suggested, they were all receptive and appreciative of my efforts on behalf of small business people throughout Wisconsin and the United States.
I am already looking forward to making an appearance in 2009. Who knows, maybe I'll meet our new president (but most likely not).
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