Every event is a golden opportunity for us to get to know one another: For you to get clarification on questions and issues; to hear more about what I am bringing to the Granite School Board; to tell me what is important to you; and to experience first hand how approachable and accessible I am and will be to you and other voters when I am elected.  I believe in open government, not executive sessions.  I have no conflicts of interest on spending issues for you to worry about, and I want voters to regularly approach me with their concerns.  General Election campaign events should be about the serious business of deciding which of the two candidates will represent the best interests of the voters and our community.  To me, this must include how well I communicate one on one with you.  I know that campaign events for dinner and discussion on the issues do not sound as exciting as a cruise with shore leave to relax in the Caribbean, but I promise that for Granite School District parents who want to see that their children learn critical thinking skills, the political meetings have far greater significance.  If you still prefer the Caribbean, please enjoy the photo of Melanie and me with friends in 2007.