In a message dated 7/12/05 8:22:56 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time, LEWIEB@xxxxxxx writes: so Evan, take another sip of the water, it was not magic that you were nominated or was it? I have made it clear, I will not campaign on this List. But, when asked, by anyone I will respond. I was called months ago, and asked to run for President of the GSDCA. I said "no". I had served on the board in the past and felt it was time for others to have that honor. Then again I was called and asked if I could find someone to take over the club presidency, as they felt there was a need for strong leadership and change because of the current situation. I called a number of people, among them were Tom Brown, and David Firtche. I felt both people had the ability to lead this club, and a deep love of the breed. They both turned me down. I got a post from David a while later saying that he had thought it over, and felt if he was needed, he had a duty to serve, and would be willing to do it. I gave that situation and position a great deal of thought, as I respect David a great deal. I then did receive another call, this time from a member of the nominating committee. I was told of some internal problems with the club, and some urgent needs of the club. I told her I would think about it, and let her know in a week or so. I called another board member and was told the same thing. I asked for and got a commitment from him if he were needed that he would be available to serve the club, and he said he would, and I agreed on that basis to run. Those who have served and are now serving on this board deserve nothing but our respect. Evidently there are some problems within the club, that will be addressed by the new board. We have a list of candidates who have shown over the years great dedication to this club, and every one of them would help us move into the future. There should be no reason to try to belittle or attack anyone who is willing to do this work. Every person running is a person of substance, and while we may have personal feelings and emotions, the desire to support this breed exists in every candidate. I hope this answers any questions, as I have always tried to be direct in any response. Not that there is anything wrong with that. Evan _Asgard German Shepherds_ (http://www.asgardgsd.com/) http://www.asgardgsd.com/ Where Type Movement and Temperament come together ============================================================================ POST is Copyrighted 2005. All material remains the property of the original author and of GSD Communication, Inc. NO REPRODUCTIONS or FORWARDS of any kind are permitted without prior permission of the original author AND of the Showgsd-l Management. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. ALL PERSONS ARE ON NOTICE THAT THE FORWARDING, REPRODUCTION OR USE IN ANY MANNER OF ANY MATERIAL WHICH APPEARS ON SHOWGSD-L WITHOUT THE EXPRESS PERMISSION OF ALL PARTIES TO THE POST AND THE LIST MANAGEMENT IS EXPRESSLY FORBIDDEN, AND IS A VIOLATION OF LAW. VIOLATORS OF THIS PROHIBITION WILL BE PROSECUTED. For assistance, please contact the List Management at admin@xxxxxxxxxxxx VISIT OUR WEBSITE - http://www.showgsd.org ============================================================================