The first step is knowing where we want to be. Its clear that making the right decisions are the most efficient and best path. But sometimes we make the wrong decision. When we do the best approach is to recognize that a change is needed. And the sooner we recognize and make the correction the more likely we are to get on the path we want.
It was not always clear where Somerville wanted to be. In some minds it was a city that did not deserve much and was happy being the runt of the litter. In others it was simply a city of opportunity to rape and pillage the terrain for personal gain- and what better than to have elected leaders who could be bought and dance on the end of the payoff string.
The revolution came with Lester. He saw an opportunity that was lurking in the minds of many. And he was swept into office.
The class of 1980
The reconcilation of the city was to come with the election Mike Capuano. Not a Lester Ralph person... a Somervillian with roots in the city who could be trusted... and an intellect with integrity who would not be bought.
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