I'm not a member of his district, but I've called Bill from the west coast numerous times, forgetting about the time differences between the two locations. Some of those calls were a bit on the late side. Funny thing is, he always has taken the time to speak with me, at great length when required, without any rudeness or grousing. Some of the discussions were about AMA matters, some about engines. Whenever I send an e-mail I get an answer. Rather quickly I might add. That's more than I can say for some communications I've had with other AMA staff.

I don't know how his district is handled, but I know that if I was needing to contact someone in the AMA he would be one of the first I went to because he's always there for a response. That means a lot to me. I don't need anyone to hold my hand 24-7, but answers to questions and responses/actions to issues are what matter from where I see things. My vote goes to Bill Oberdieck.