JP:
Being from a Public Agency, we are supposed to conduct ourselves in the public interest as professionals and act accordingly in order to minimize negative political impact on the agency and on the public-at-large in the most political of cities.
Having said that, we're all individuals and, as such, some of us are more political than others. I try to remember that everyone is human and we all have our foibles. I treat others as I want to be treated, sometimes returning the favor when I'm presented with less than respectful treatment, LOL!
Having just returned from CA and NV, I can tell you that the drivers aren't much better out there than they are here. Driving to/fro San Francisco was an exercise in patience.
Bill, TGO:
Yup, everyone wants to be out there, myself included. It appears the NYC Metro area has a similar problem...not a great place to live, but good if you wanna work and get paid. Personally, I'd love to be out there, but the PANYNJ doesn't have a branch out there and I'm 10yrs away from my pension and lifetime health benefits. Bummer!
Cheers,
Kevin