I served on KPFA first elected Local Advisory Board and I am just completing a term on the Local Station Board (LSB). I am seeking another term because I realize that there are no quick fixes to the challenges we face. The Pacifica bylaws are designed to facilitate participatory democracy to ensure community input in decision making. There is a natural tension between this model and the interests of some radio professionals. Much of the tension around the station over the last few years is due to a failure to find a way to mediate this problem and channel it in a more positive direction.