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Writing this book was tough process. Its lot of fun but it was a little cathartic and ive been out there and doing some national media, but this is home, and youre my names, some are family. The first thing feel obligated to say is im sorry if i let anybody down. Life has a lot of ups and downs but you have to keep sight of what is important. While i went through a lot, just to be clear, i had and have my health, my family, and you here today and so thank you for coming here. I really appreciate you coming by tonight. This is really cool for me. We can have some fun. We can do q a, im happy to talk about anything you want. I well tell you that if you listen to the station, maybe certain political stripes. I have done everything i can to invite people from all different grounds here tonight itch dont carry. Lets be clear whether youre reading the book, democrazy, or if were just having a conversation, i dont care if your democrat or republican. Liberal of conservative. What i found in w