So the term limits referendum was temporarily shut down on a matter of wording. I commend those people who brought this old and great concept to our village and it’s wonderful that so many people signed to support this choice. That is all it was asking: let’s choose if we think it would be an asset to our community.
I was one of the many who signed and sought signatures and I’m happy to say that I spoke with many kind and progressive neighbors. What I wish I hadn’t experienced were some rather unpleasant people who couldn’t be kind enough to even let others choose. No matter how kind and politely I spoke, I experienced arrogance and rudeness in return.
Why?
I am a River Forest native and have always admired this town for being a wonderful place to grow up. There were, and are, so many kind and friendly neighbors.
So I believe we should observe what a beautiful place we live in, be grateful, and remember that there is never an acceptable reason for arrogance and rudeness.
Jayne Gould
River Forest