Reflecting back over my years at FMCSA I wish I had done one thing differently over the years. The CMV industry is so diverse, not only in the make up of carriers but within the advocates, special interest groups, regulators, and enforcement. Problem is that most do not agree with each other, have their own views on issues, and just want and expect! Many wanted to check the box; we met with the Administrator, photo taken, job completed for six months. Problem is that many of the modes go through Administrators quicker then celebrities staying married. We went through 7 Administrators (Many Acting) in six years; not fair to the Industry, FMCSA and special interest groups. What I should have done different is bring in all the CMV industry, advocacy, associations, regulators, and enforcement representatives and attempted to find common ground. I should have done this on a regular basis. How to assure safety and promote commerce at the same time!!! Can it be achieved, sure it can, there just has to be a little give and take.
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