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I'd like to thank the people of Montgomery County for their hospitality on Nov. 6, when I along with Lt. Gov. Anthony Brown and our cabinet declared Gaithersburg Maryland's "Capital for a Day."

By bringing the state capital to the towns, farms and shores of our state we continue the dialogue we began with the people well over 21 months ago. It is a dialogue that promises an engaging, efficient and effective government; one that works on behalf of the people.

Through tough decisions and an adherence to the principles of fiscal responsibility, we've protected the shared priorities of the middle class and expanded opportunity here. Working together, we've made investments in schools, and are working with emerging industries and small businesses,

We look forward to continuing our collaborative efforts to benefit all Marylanders.

Martin O'Malley, Annapolis

The writer is Maryland's governor.

Editor's note: For a longer version of this letter, go to www. gazette.net/speakout