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Can you name the President?  We hope yes!  Can you name your state's governor?  More than likely yes.  But can you name your mayor and city council members?  While the issues nationally get the most attention, your local government's actions impact your day-to-day life more.  Issues like your water supply, trash pickup, sewage, and police and fire departments are all controlled by local entities.  Some mayors aren't paid a salary at all but one defining feature of mayors is they come directly out of the community in which they are serving.  They are your friend and neighbor.  To help us better grasp the importance of local officials, we are delighted to welcome Andrew Wambsganss, former mayor of Southlake, TX., to our podcast as we discuss the duties and responsibilities of local government officials, and why he says you can have the most impact by local government participation.