Can we re-train our Freightliner brothers and sisters into the new green collar economy? I recall we talked about building retrofitting, streetcar industry, infrastructure repair projects, green energy products/services, fixing the potholes/sidewalks, although at the same time, we have to replace the jobs already lost with "green manufacturing" ones, while fighting to get back the ones sent overseas? Even though this concept is a long-term process, could it be part of the solution, versus re-training our workers into low-wage jobs that pay minimum?

Can we turn this crisis into a green opportunity? Can Oregon be willing to enter the green collar industry? How can we work together on this? Let's keep it up.

Thanks Sam for your dedication to the tough years ahead......