This one's kind of important for me. I do appreciate it. At least that's what John Bridges said in his small, messy office here the other day. And he should know. Bridges is the director of cultural affairs for Mayor Bill Purcell, requiring him to manage the relationship, sometimes thorny, between the local music and arts communities and City Hall.
Bridges offers all the answers, along with unacceptable replies.
You can agree or not. And sometimes they sound a little Hallmark. But at least he doesn't get caught empty-handed and blurt out the first thing that comes into his head. I have a reputation for being diplomatic. And I've always been fascinated by people's interactions with one another and the rituals of life.