Welcome to the Raton Community Gathering Blog.

Regardless of race, education level, age, or gender ... we welcome you.

Regardless of whether your family roots stretch back many generations in Raton, or if you have only today moved to our wonderful community ... we welcome you.

Regardless of rumors or bias, you are welcome here.

Made mistakes? Haven't we all ..... you are still welcome here.

 I am a simple everyday citizen, just like you, who truly cares about the community that I've grown up in, and only wants to get together, talk, gather ideas, and hope to make a difference.

I ask only that you come here with respect and with an open mind.

Threats against others, personal attacks, and unsubstantiated rumors will not be tolerated.

We are neighbors, each of us, and together we can come together and help our leaders to rebuild our community.

If you would like to contribute an article or opinion letter to this blog, feel free to send an email to concernedratoncitizen@yahoo.com or if you would prefer to do so anonymously, you can click the 'Contact' link above and send through the contact form.