George,

My concerns will be assuaged when I see and hear Sen. Allen speak and treat with respect those with whom he disagrees or who disagree with him. The incident in Breaks Park pointed up the attitude more than the words. A true leader does not do such things, even in jest. How sad that he has not learned this truism.

Martha Wood (electronic mail, September 13, 2006)

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