Tom Kawczynski - Off the Record

Happy New Year to everyone!

As the last few hours tick away here in 2009, I find myself thinking about the year that was and the year that will be.  After an extremely active 2008, it almost feels like 2007 was a respite.  Looking back, however, I can see that wasn't true.

In terms of what I was able to accomplish, I have to say that I'm most proud of Freedom Conference 2009.  We had three excellent speakers come and speak about the dangers of a steadily growing government, and used the event to generate both national and international news stories that talked about the importance of liberty.  While it wasn't perfect, it showed the power of possibilities.

I continue to learn how to reach people, how to talk to people, and to develop my own beliefs.  One thing I am very proud of myself about is that I am always willing to re-examine what I think in terms of logical arguments, and to talk to others with respect and thoughtfulness.  In the coming years, this will be even more important as my independent path leads me to new places.

In 2010, the efforts to reach people will become a priority.  Between the efforts to establish the forthcoming newsletter, to be called "The Point", and my other endeavors, I will be coming soon to a neighborhood near you.  I want to learn what is happening, what people are doing, what is working and what does not, and move beyond rhetoric to begin to apply my principles to make a difference in the lives of the people in this place I now call home.

2010 should be a fun year.  I hope that it is for all my friends also, and that you enjoy yourselves on this night and every night.