I was informed that I either agreed with the administration's policy, I was a team player, or I wasn't on the team. I took an oath and that oath was to do what's best for Alaskans, and that's what I did. I could no longer be on the team under those conditions.

It's really a short-sided, simple fix. What will resolve these problems for southern New Hampshire is a balanced transit system including rail. It's been overlooked in this process.

I've been taught to negotiate differently. You're playing or dealing with some of the very best in the world ... and they certainly don't mind using leverage.