About

This blog is run by a self-described “Ordinary Citizen.”  Hence, its title. What is an Ordinary Citizen?  You will have to read the blog to discover my perspective on the term.

So, what’s in the blog?

First, much of this blog is devoted to politics.  I have long considered it important to go to the ballot box as an informed voter.  For many years, that was the extent of my political involvement.  Prior to 2009 I had attended no political rallies.  I contributed no money to political candidates or political parties.  I had not volunteered for political campaigns.  All that changed when my frustration over the nature of United States, New York State and local politics boiled over.  I found myself not just rallying, but along with a fantastic group of Ordinary Citizens, coordinating the April 15, 2009 Albany Tax Day Tea Party that drew over 3,000 people to the banks of the Hudson River.

Second, I want to periodically profile Ordinary Citizens, who in my opinion, are or have shown us what it means to be extraordinary.  If you know of somebody who should be profiled, please contact me.

Finally, I reserve the right to comment on whatever else may interest me.  After all, just discussing politics is -yawn- boring.

I look forward to learning from your comments, positive and negative.  Certainly, constructive criticism is one of the best ways to learn and grow.

Enjoy the blog!