To All Our Supporters:
At this time of year we wind down to that pace where we think of family and dear friends and reflect on the year about to past. 2008 has been an exciting year in many respects. We accomplished a great deal and we can rightly be proud with the changes we helped bring about.
It is wonderful seeing a new government take shape with the Presidential Transition Team quickly vetting and filling key Cabinet positions with some of our nation’s best and brightest thinkers and doers. One of the best and brightest comes from our own backyard. Senator Ken Salazar will soon be Secretary Ken Salazar of the Department of the Interior. We wish him all the success in his new role in Government. Colorado, the West and the Nation will be well represented.
This appointment also shakes up the local political landscape. We now have an exciting opportunity to reposition and promote some of the great progressive talent we have developed in Colorado. Governor Ritter’s thoughtful decision making process, including public comments on who should complement Senator-elect Mark Udall in the U.S. Senate will yield another strong representative voice for all Coloradans. We look forward to his announcement with anticipation.
On the economic front, we end 2008 with great uncertainty. Job security is a big concern of many Americans. Americans are not simply concerned for a loss of jobs, but also a loss of healthcare benefits. This uncertainty and lack of confidence in the strength of our economy needs to be addressed and we hope the new 111th Congress will make job creation and healthcare top priorities.
We all need to stay involved with our elected officials to ensure they do not lose track of who they represent. Responsiveness, accountability and transparency are just a few criteria by which we judge their effectiveness. If we have learned anything in the last 8 years, it is to challenge what we are told if we are not given all the facts and have the courage to be called unpatriotic by those who don’t understand what it is to be patriotic.
I will continue to speak my mind and be a voice for those who have none. By your support, you have given me that voice. I will continue to take in all your comments and provide periodic commentary on matters that you bring up. My website will continue to operate and welcome your input.
The campaign still has a sizable debt that needs to be retired. We can still use your contributions and hope you can give generously to help the campaign retire this debt. No contribution is too small. Contributions are still being accepted here on our website or ActBlue (https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/entity/19455) via credit card or by check (made out to “Hank Eng for Congress”) to:
Hank Eng for Congress
5435 S Geneva Street
Englewood, CO 80111-6208
Yes, 2008 has been an eventful year. We have a great deal to be thankful for. I am very thankful to have had your support throughout the campaign and hope to continue to have that support. Each of you have been an inspiration. Please accept my best wishes for a joyous Holiday Season and a healthy and prosperous New Year.
Hank
