http://vancenorgaard.com Thu, 31 Jan 2008 17:43:11 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en January 14, 2008 To the Northfield News: Dear Editor, Thank you for running my pre-paid ads and for your basic election coverage. Overall, I want to thank all of the media in and out of the district and the special forums and interviews for providing overall fair coverage to the voting public. I ... http://vancenorgaard.com/54 Do I have a one-tracked mind? There are many issues in our district's world. There are many issues on the table in the current state session. I am asked questions about many issues. One reporter made the statement that my focus is on "Peak Oil," and that I either am ... http://vancenorgaard.com/52 It has taken me a long time to learn that I cannot do everything by myself. You have heard me speak of a 30-year transition or mitigation plan that would prepare us for and guide us through bringing into balance sustainable energy resources and their demand. Along with my ... http://vancenorgaard.com/51 Dear People, With hope for the future, I am running for the State Senate because I believe in future generations, our children and our grandchildren. I want them to experience the best life possible. My beliefs, assets, and experiences will lead Minnesotans to become aware that in facing a changing world, ... http://vancenorgaard.com/50 I am a candidate who really shoots a gun, who shoots at targets and clay pigeons, who harvests legal game, who cleans that game, and who eats that game. I am a candidate who really has one of those permits. I am not a candidate who just poses for ... http://vancenorgaard.com/47 I have talked at length about the absolute need for a long-term plan to transition from a high fossil fuel consuming state to low fossil fuel consuming state as peak oil occurs and oil, as we know it, diminishes in supply on a world-wide basis. Let me give you an ... http://vancenorgaard.com/45 We are all on the trip of a lifetime. Let's make it the best we can for everyone and not deny future generations the same experience. Send a message: Vote Norgaard! www.vancenorgaard.com http://vancenorgaard.com/44 A constant reminder during flight training is "fly the airplane." This means that, above all else, one must continue to fly the airplane through all distractions and events which might tend to divert one's attention away from flying the airplane. Here is an example. A somewhat common occurrence in a ... http://vancenorgaard.com/43 Many of you may know that I grew up on a farm, have farmed conventionally and have been an organic farmer for 11 years. It has taught me a great deal about patience, understanding processes, and quick, yet educated, decision-making for long-term results. These are the same qualities that ... http://vancenorgaard.com/42 Good Morning, Yes, the race is on, yet along with the daily grind, take time to appreciate what is free to you: a beautiful sunrise, frosted trees, family smiles and conversations, goodwill from friends and neighbors, gratitude, freedom to make choices, and tonight's debate. Maybe I will see you tonight to hear ... http://vancenorgaard.com/40