Bluangel, Ok, a couple of things; I agree national politics are important- but again, this is “Granite City Gossip”, not CNN or Fox. Again, agreeing national politics are important, this is a local community board - I would think that by the name itself, I would not come here looking for someone to tell me what I should think about Republicans or Democrats, but where I could find information that is pertinent to Granite City. If you want me to bring a topic of interest- how about the proposal to make Terrace Lane a one way street. How about discussing the recent flood situation and what can be done about it. What about the city’s pension shortfall and what it means to us, and lastly, how can we help local organizations that are self supporting to continue to exist.