"But it is naive to think such a systemic problem can be solved overnight, or that maintaining an encampment in the middle of a street will do anything to hasten a solution."
"As a city and country, we have much more work to do in addressing the systemic issues highlighted by this occupation - but it is also important to recognize that we have a foundation to build on in our community. "
"We must take the first step towards having those conversations in a realistic, non-destructive way. And that starts with voluntarily taking down the barricades, coming together to decide what comes next, and channeling our collective momentum towards a better Madison. I stand ready to work on the next phase. It's time for the barricades to come down."
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