We all know we need to do something different.

We need to make those services uniform across the state and provide services students need in a uniform fashion. I don't know that that is happening now, and I don't know if that means closing Iowa Braille. It does mean asking what the role of the Vinton school should be.

Our fear of losing what we have today is prohibiting us from doing what is best for kids in the future.

Pickups, S.U.V.'s, vans and the like represent about 80 million vehicles, with mileage of perhaps 13 to 16 miles per gallon. Converting those should be our first priority.

Lisa knows her way around Harrisburg, but she is not out of touch with the people in her district.

I wouldn't put it that way. The event is open to public. It was announced in a press release.