stories from the campaign trail

Today some of my fantastic campaign team were out dropping flyers when they met a person who made their day. As you can guess they meet a wide variety of people with varying levels of interest in the election and the material they are leaving behind. In this case an elderly gentleman stopped to chat with them. After hearing what they were doing and how they were involved, he thanked them for taking time on their Saturday to make a difference in the political process. He thanked them for being young people who wanted to be involved in their community. He thanked them for looking after the future of the community. It warmed his heart and left him with hope for the future.
I was very pleased to hear this story from my volunteers. I take the time to thank them often and try to help them see the difference they are making not only for my campaign but for our community and city. They listen to me - but hearing similar remarks from a total stranger always seems to have a stronger impact.
I am so pleased that a member of our community took the time to thank and acknowledge these young women for their time, effort and dedication. I am so touched that a stranger would take the time on a busy Saturday afternoon to make a difference, but at the same time I am not surprised. The people of ward 13 have been very open and welcoming all through this campaign. This really is a community that is engaged in its future. It really is a community of neighbourhoods. It really is a community that I am proud to call my home.