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Acknowledgments

I offer my heartfelt thanks to the following people:

My mentors—the Honorable May W. Newburger, former supervisor of the Town of North Hempstead, and Evelyn Weinstein—in memoriam for their information and guidance.

Jean DeMesquita for sharing her political savvy.

Ruth Karter for her wisdom, advice, and listening with her keen mind and perception.

Debbie Heicklen who always found the time to help me with her illustrious computer skills.

Bobby Kurzweil for her encouragement and her shared passion to complete this work.

Muriel Weinstein, a first rate author whose advice and knowledge were invaluable.

Judy Cohen, my editor and a gifted writer, to whom I’m honored to refer to as a friend.

Janet Harris, Ph.D., my editor at Brown Books Publishing Group whose expertise and kindness were infinitely appreciated.

The Brown Books Publishing Group—it was a privilege to coordinate with Milli Brown, CEO; Beth Robinson, Acquisitions Director; Kathy Penny, Project Coordinator; Omar Mediano, Art Director; and Danny Whitworth, Designer.

Saul Turtletaub who suggested I write this book.

Alvin Glazier who always was and will be a friend and extended family.

Lois and Ben Lefton who are gifts.

Eric, my son; his wife, Nancy Reisman; and their three children, Jordan, Allie, and Ben who are sources of pride.

Rachel, Daniel, and Sarah—Susie’s children who elicit joy and live in their mother’s image.

David, my gentle husband, an extraordinary friend and partner. The blend of his sensitivity and legal brilliance is a blessing—unsurpassed.