Robert Harr

Statement


The last year witnessed substantial ups and downs at Fermilab and in
U.S. particle physics.  Most of these were driven by events in
D.C. and had little to do with physics results coming out of the labs.
Fermilab's User's Organization has been an important channel of
communication and facilitation between users and laboratory
management, lawmakers and government officials.  The role of the
User's Organization on a number of fronts was clearly evident this
year, notably in reopening the swimming pool, and in lobbying efforts
that aided the enactment of supplemental funding for the Office of
Science.  It is vital that we promote the Fermilab physics program and
communicate the importance and excitement of the field to members of
Congress, the Office of Science, and officials in the administration.
It is equally important to continue improving the quality of life at
Fermilab for those who devote their time in the pursuit of knowledge I
am running for the Users' Executive Committee to bring my experience
and enthusiasm to support the efforts of Fermilab users.