Chapter 69

“You devious rascal! If I somehow managed to be elected to congress, we’d be spending a lot of time at social events, like dances and weddings and all kinds of galas. That would be great! But, I’d be spending a lot of time having my arm twisted by lobbyists trying to buy my vote. I’d never agree to any deals,” stated Gwen with conviction.

“Before the evening is over, Gwen will be asked if she’ll serve in congress if she is elected. I think she’s head and shoulders above the people in office now and she should agree to serve. I doubt if anyone else in the country, with the possible exception of Jordan, could win a write-in campaign for a seat in congress. Along with Jordan, she’s the most loved person in America. I’d like each of you at this table to consider the advantages and disadvantages of Gwen accepting. Tell her what you think so that she can hear various points of view and make a good decision.”

“I’m ready to state my opinion right now,” declared William Patterson