About Me

Let me tell you a bit about myself. I’ve lived in Western New York all my life except for active duty in the U.S. Navy toward the end of the Vietnam War. I served at Portsmouth Naval Hospital, Navy Support Activity LaMaddalena, and Subase New London followed by nearly a decade in both the Navy and Army reserves.

I’m a retired University at Buffalo professor, and I’ve lived throughout Western New York. 

Over the years, I’ve witnessed several political fiascos in Western New York, including the Erie County “red” and “green” budget, which ultimately led to the downfall of that county executive.   The proposed but never built Peace Bridge span; ending tolls on the NYS Thruway;  and financial mismanagement that led (and may soon lead again) to the Erie County Fiscal Stability Authority and the Buffalo Fiscal Stability Authority.  And on and on.

Leadership matters. Competence is more important than appearance. Elections have consequences.