Pennsylvanians and Americans believe in competition. We all want to be "#1" at something, either as a competitor or a fan.

We need to bring that competitive spirit to our government. We need political leaders who are devoted to giving us the best state government in America as quickly as possible. Instead, our political leaders too often spend more time attacking each other than attacking the problems with our government.

Take a break with the Hartman cartoon, "Birth of a Politician."

What does it take? It takes only 129 people - a majority in the House, a majority in the Senate, and the governor. If the people currently in the House, Senate and governor's office can't do the job, then we need to find others who will. Where do your lawmakers stand?

Remember: Other states already have the best laws in America. We can have what they have plus a little bit - or a whole lot - better.