tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10563856.post4343717893619685520..comments2023-10-23T11:10:05.945-04:00Comments on Karen Duncan: Life in the Time of Coronavirus: AIAW Endorses Brian Moran for GovernorKaren Duncanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13954405672195734097noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10563856.post-20271913705677000922009-06-06T13:37:09.299-04:002009-06-06T13:37:09.299-04:00Thank you also, Catzmaw, for your behind the scene...Thank you also, Catzmaw, for your behind the scenes look at the man I still believe would make the best governor for Virginia. <br /><br />As an attorney who has dealt with the court system for so many years, you have an insight into Brian's actions while he was a prosecutor that others may not have. And what you describe seems to illustrate the same Brian Moran, whom I have known as a legislator.<br /><br />He's tough. He likes to win. But he is fair. And he genuinely cares about people.<br /><br />I saw all the candidates speak at the Prince Williams JJ Dinner. Each one got up and presented really good ideas that demonstrated where he would take Virginia. Each presented a vision that I largely agreed with. But Brian was the only one who actually spoke about and focused on those who have lost their jobs, their homes, and their way of life because of the recession. <br /><br />He was the only one who spoke, not of himself and what he would do, but of other people and how he would help them.<br /><br />It actually was a subtle distinction because, of course, each one of them was talking about ideas that would help people. But it was a slight difference of focus onto the other person and away from the self.Karen Duncanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13954405672195734097noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10563856.post-4143115309049932852009-06-05T17:13:51.990-04:002009-06-05T17:13:51.990-04:00Thanks, Karen, for painting a picture of the Brian...Thanks, Karen, for painting a picture of the Brian Moran I have known all these years. I don't understand how or why he became the caricature "Moran machine" monster I've seen described in Blue Commonwealth and at other websites, but this is the real one.<br /><br />I remember the day I met Brian. I had some problem involving a matter in the circuit court and decided to seek the help of one of the judicial clerks in sorting out some technical details. A handsome young blond man with an unmistakable Boston accent came out of chambers to speak with me. The accent is why I took notice. My mother was from Massachusetts. He was new to his position and didn't know the answer, but he immediately offered to find out what I needed to know. He was very helpful and made sure I had the answer I needed. This was typical. He's always been a very hard worker. <br /><br />Later, he was hired by the Commonwealth's Attorney. He quickly got a reputation among the criminal defense bar as one of those prosecutors you could talk to without having to check for the shiv between your ribs as you left the meeting. He liked to win. He could be a tough sell if you were trying to get a break for your client, but he wasn't unreasonable and his word could be trusted on a handshake. I never got the sense from him that winning was more important than effecting justice.<br /><br />After he left the CA's office I rarely saw him, but he always greeted me and every other old Arlington hand with enthusiasm. Several years ago I brought up a concern involving a crime victim I represented, and the next year the necessary change in the law had made its way through the General Assembly. He is responsive and practical and has done a lot for this state. <br /><br />Brian Moran will make an excellent governor for Virginia.Catzmawhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09009812244200263064noreply@blogger.com