Tom Barrett quotes

It may take practice to think more positively and more compassionately, but just as you must train a puppy to behave the way you want it to, you must train your mind to behave itself. Otherwise, like the puppy, your mind will just make a lot of messes. (Tom Barrett)
Education, in K-12, technical college and universities needs to be a top priority in Wisconsin. View quote
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With the increased cost of gasoline, it doesn't appear that we're going to see a slowing of interest in mass transit. I think it's going to continue to grow. View quote
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I think one of the strengths of Wisconsin's economy is it's diversity - and in making sure that we're doing everything we can to have a state government that's responsive to that and being here and encouraging people to expand their businesses here. View quote
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If the rain spoils our picnic, but saves a farmer's crop, who are we to say it shouldn't rain? View quote
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Chaos in the world brings uneasiness, but it also allows the opportunity for creativity and growth. View quote
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As mayor of Milwaukee, I've had many developers come and many businesses come and have asked for financial assistance from the city, and my questions have always been: how many jobs are we talking about and are these family-supporting jobs. View quote
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The thought you have now shapes your experience of the next moment. Practice shaping the moment. View quote
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I'm not going to be the rock star of the far right and frankly on the rock star of the far left. View quote
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