It cannot take decades to resurrect, we must act immediately with purpose and enthusiasm to rebuild.

We must do more to protect our neighborhoods and give integrity to our community plans.

We can no longer let the threat of an early frost send a chill of fear throughout a large portion of our workforce. Diversification is the only answer.

All of the factors that make up a quality city - safe streets, high paying jobs, strong neighborhoods, etc. - emanate from a strong educational premise.

It cannot take decades to resurrect, we must act immediately with purpose and enthusiasm to rebuild.

I am convinced that your Mayor must take the leadership role in education too.

A natural disaster in one American city is a natural disaster in every American city, including Fresno and, for that matter, every city and small town in the San Joaquin Valley.