In an epoch where the Democratic party must reckon with uncertainty, we citizens of the 7th must encourage a robust and earnest debate amongst viable candidates. Davis' name recognition is trumped by his absence: absence from debate, absence from the democratic processes, the absence of real economic development and the care and devotion to this diverse constituency. Clark has already shown his devotion without banking on the lazy inertia of name recognition. It is time to put an end to the tricks; it is time for Clark's name to be on the ballot, so the 7th can hear and see what he plans as our representative in the federal government. It is time for some new and enthusiastic voices for the 7th and for the Democratic Party in 2018.