Congratulation's Gayle one of my nearly serious posts has hit a soft spot and you have deemed to answer, what you should understand is that NOTHING! I ever say should be taken with more than a pinch of salt (it just isn't worth it), however IF you are going to go down the road of representing others you should always consider what you say, without a decent advisor you could (and will), drop yourself in it!, therefore I suggest you get yourself some-one that can 'spin' on your behalf, he/she does not have to believe in what you say but must be permitted to read what you plan to say before you say it.....
May I suggest Mr. T' I think he will always put forward an honest view.
P.S. Strange as it may seem you are working your way forward, I'D VOTE FOR YOU