John W. wrote:
>I think it would be far more appropriate for all NY searchers to call to the
Governor's attention that Genealogy is second only to gardening as the
nation's most popular hobby. Perhaps enlist the support of all Genealogical
societies of the State of NY. If the Gov. & the Legislature get the idea
that we would support MODEST fees for the work of look-ups, copying, etc.
they would see such efforts as a benefit to the state gov't. and work to
help us, instead of obstructing us.<
Margaret Mead wrote:
"Never doubt that a small group of dedicated people can change the world.
Indeed, it
is the only thing that ever has." {Note: couldn't find my clipping of this, so
it may be off by a word or two-sorry!}
I say, let's go for it. John, are you a New Yorker who can tell us Pataki's
address?
Andrew Searle