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resolution but stressed that it does not arise from a failure to sympathize or empathize with the <br /> issue. <br /> Councilmember McGovern said the Council represents everyone in Pleasanton, not their own <br /> individual positions as council members. She has never met anyone who thinks war is to be <br /> applauded but also cannot assume to speak for the beliefs of every member of Pleasanton. She <br /> suggested there is more taking place than the public realizes and that those in a position to end the <br /> war have not done so for a reason. <br /> Councilmember Thorne said his opinion has not changed since the last time the Council discussed <br /> the issue. He said he supports the United States Military more than anyone on the Council, he <br /> attends all homecomings to welcome soldiers and does not appreciate the characterizations shared <br /> tonight. <br /> Councilmember Sullivan said he personally believes the majority of Pleasanton opposes the war <br /> and noted the Council regularly votes on issues without knowing the stance of every citizen. He <br /> said it is the Council's duty to support the people of the community and that passing a resolution <br /> opposing the war would offer that support. He acknowledged that no member of the Council wishes <br /> to discuss this repeatedly but said that as long as the public asks for support, he will initiate this <br /> discussion. <br /> Vice -Mayor Cook- Kallio agreed that the discussion and the comments of Ms. Dowding and Mr. <br /> Norman are important and said the latter may be more so than any resolution. <br /> Councilmember McGovern said she greatly respects Ms. Dowding and Mr. Norman and what they <br /> bring to the community. <br /> COUNCIL REPORTS None <br /> ADJOURNMENT <br /> There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:11 p.m. <br /> Respectfully submitted, <br /> Karen Diaz <br /> City Clerk <br /> City Council Minutes Page 11 of 11 August 18, 2009 <br />