....October 16, 12:50 PM
	We Must Let Them Know We like Democracy. The concept that the government derives its power from the people is the foundation of what makes our government work. The attempt by the mayor and the City Council to overturn the will of the people is not only undemocratic; it is a disgusting display of an abuse of power. We demand that the City Council turn down the bill that would legislatively extend term limits. It is a vile attempt of an elite few to ignore the democratic process that swept them into office. If term limits are to be reconsidered, it must be only by the vote of the people who have twice made their position clear. We applaud Council members David Weprin, John Liu, Eric Gioia, Tony Avella, Anthony Como, Joe Addabbo and Jim Gennaro and their like-minded colleagues throughout the City for standing up to the corrupt plans of the Mayor and Speaker who seek to steal power from the very people who granted it to them. We are appalled that Councilman Leroy Comrie has already sided with those who seek to serve their own self-interest, and will vote to extend his own term in office. Shame on you Leroy! There are those who still consider themselves undecided – awaiting either a deal that will sway their vote or legitimately seeking a cry from the people against this insidious coup. We urge all Queens residents to reach out to these undecided few to let them know term limits is the law of the people that cannot be changed without a vote of the people. It is important for each of you who stand with democracy to call these undecided Council members: Peter Vallone Jr., (718) 274-4500; Helen Sears (718) 803-6373; Hiram Monserrate (718) 205-3881; Melinda Katz, (718) 544-8800; James Sanders, (718) 527-4356; and Tom White, (718) 843-0792. Do not let them undo our democracy.