RE: The Latin American Report # 205

What stands out in the story of the old truck is your effort not letting it die. And if the process and its spiritual charge when trying to get it back hadn't excited and motivated you then we wouldn't be laughing after the natural frustration of the new piece falling off.
When it comes to enthusiasm for politicians or projects of any kind---the announcement of certain funding, a declaration of intent---I have developed a rather skeptical stance, focusing simply on evaluating their concrete actions and impact over time. Thanks for your always encouraging and sound feedback.