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Letters A candidate Continued from page A-5 Commissioners are unable to reach an agreement with the FAA to keep the fair- grounds? Opportunity lost. I hope the port commis- sioners are hearing loud and clear that 'our com- munity supports the fair- grounds. It is part of our history and identity and certainly worth saving. Diane R. Hartley Grapeview Don't listen to ads Editor, the Journal Have you ever really lis- tened to political ads? Mitt Romney keeps saying that we can't do away with the tax breaks for the wealthy. After all. they are the ones who are growing the econo- my, making jobs, etc. Then out of the other side of his mouth, he states this is the worst economy in 40 years. No jobs, people on unemployment, or no unemployment insurance at all. Well I ask you, if the wealthy are the ones who create jobs, why haven't they done so in the past four years? The excuse is made that small businesses are afraid to hire because of the economy going in the tank. What happened to all those million/billionaires and all the job-creating they are supposedly mak- ing? Their money is going out of country to make jobs with cheaper wages and no benefits for the workers in other countries. Then their profits are going right into offshore accounts to avoid paying taxes. If they continue this process, there will not be many who will be able to buy those products. Eventu- ally, their profits will dry up. What happens to the American in the meantime?" People will lose their homes, those who still have them will be in constant fear of home invasion, etc. I think any business that takes their jobs overseas should have their product taxed so severely it would not pay for them to boost the economy of other coun- tries. As for the offshore accounts, let them pay taxes on that money too. Take away the tax loopholes they hide behind now. As for Congress, stop be- ing obstructionist -- both sides of the isle and both houses. You were elected to do what is right for the citizens of this country, not what is best for your favorite lobbyist. Some of you have been in Congress so long you have forgotten why you were elected in the first place. Drop the pompous attitudes. To the citizens of this country, when it is time to vote, vote your conscious, no matter what other people think of your vote. If you don't, we could one day lose the right to vote. Look what is happening in Florida with the new restrictions county registrars are putting on new voter registrations. These new regulations were put in place by the Legisla- tures. Be watchful. Jacquelyn Johnson Shelton Vote for Pierce Editor, the Journal I would like to recom- mend Willie Pierce, who is running for the position of PUD 1 Commissioner. We have been neighbors for 25 years. He has had a long and dependable career with PUD i and he knows from firsthand experience the busi- ness of public utilities. He's a good man and I'm lucky to have him as my neighbor. Erlyn Jensen Hoodsport with rity Editor, the Journal This year as we vote in the primary, there is a can- didate who is far above the others running for the U.S. Congress in the 6th District. That candidate is Jesse Young. Jesse is a true patriot who is running not to make a name for himself or to be- come a career politician, but a man of integrity who is running because he wants to protect our freedoms. Jesse is quite happy as a family man, in business for himself, and enjoying the company of his wife and five children. However, he knows that with his business experience and his knowledge of the con- stitution he can make this country a place where his children can also be success- ful. He wants to keep the wonderful benefits we now enjoy in this great district. but improve upon them. Jesse knows how to bring jobs to this area by using the resources we now have and drawing businesses to our district. He knows which regulations are hurting business and will vote to get rid of them. He knows how to make health care more affordable while still maintaining patient choice. He knows how to work with others to bring about the types of laws that will benefit the individual and repeal those laws that stand in the way of our lib- erties. Jesse knows the con- stitution and will not vote for any law that violates its principles. Jesse is also the only candidate who pledges to be accountable to the voters by stating his goals online at the beginning of each quar- ter and then returning to each county in the district every quarter to hold town meetings So his constituents can question him on his progress. A vote for Jesse Young will mean an increase in fiscal responsibility with cost cutting measures that really work, an increase in jobs in our region, and a stronger and freer nation for all of us. Kathy Johnson Hoodsport Hamilton has the skills Editor, the Journal After reading the bios on the candidates running for Mason County Commis- sioner District 1, I saw only one that has the life experi- ence, the education and the ability to use these tools to facilitate change. With a degree in geography/history and a master's in counsel- ing psychology and having worked for the Peace Corps and the United Nations in more than 80 countries, Denny Hamilton has the skills and knowledge that would help make Mason County a better place for us all. David King Allyn Young is exceptional Editor, the Journal This is a request for lo- cal pastors: if your church is pro-life and believes in traditional marriage, please tell your congregation those things are only found in the Republican Party platform. That's not being political, that's just being factual. I've run into too many Democrats who've innocent- ly voted for the exact oppo- site of what they wanted to vote for. It's tragic. Since I'm not in a pulpit, ...... J, O U',i nal: ::',Lette:r' Peii::icy The Shelton- are Journal will not accept candidate libel0 ,U::S:o !!scurritous,innature:: Signed:letters :: support letters p::r0vi'de!! 0ntaCtand address:: informationa er the July :theJeurnali: " 26 issue. I'll name a candidate that's business owner in our coun- tles represent the 35th Dis- exceptional in all regards ty and does not represent trict candidate Jeff Davis -- Jesse Young. Beyond his any special interest group, and give reasons as to why morals and values, Young's Andrews has been a lifelong " he is the right candidate to Inthe July 19 edition of convinced this district volunteer for the improve- elect into the House of Rep- the Journal, MarkThomp- can lead the nation in'job ment of all of our commu- resentatives, son was misidentified as growth. He spells out exact- nities by being involvedDavis understands the Lt, G0v. Brad Owen in a ly how. It's dazzling. Plus, I and volunteering for many needs of the local industry- picture aCcompanying an believe our military would organizations and special based economy that encom- article c~lled "LocAl art at truly have a best friend pos- events, passes Mason County and the capitol." sible in Young (Bill Driscoll I have known Darrel An- plans to utilize his field ex- looked good on paper. I be- drews since he was a little perience in order to protect lieve I even sent him some boy. He was born in Mason our state's industrial niche, roots here. Both he and money early on). County, grew up here andHe understands that going his family have pursued But Young's the real had hard-working parentsto college, even community many projects to make deal. Please help elect that instilled citizenship, college, is not always some- this county a better place Young (for smaller, more discipline, courtesy to oth- thing feasible for every per- to live. responsive government; for ers and honest values inson. As a state representa- In this case to solve the our babies: for our families; their children. Andrews is tive, he intends to push for problems, don't call your for our jobs and for our mili- a good example of a home- more technical education to doctor, vote for Andrews for tary), town product who loves make sure that each person Position 3 Mason County Mason County and the has the skills necessary to Commissioner. Donna Mann people that live here. He enter the workforce. Jobs Sheltonwants what is best for our need to be created, but peo- William R. Valley communities and stands pie must also be fully quali- Unicm for using our environment fled for such jobs. We need Muri wisely, managing our tax more engineers, more fish-Sheriff's dollars wisely, improving ers and more electricians. our recreational opportu- We need someone who has veterans nities, listening to citizen a plan and a realistic objec- concerns and providing for tive instead of fuzzy prom- Editor, theJournal safe living, while working ises of a delusional future, nuestioned Dick Muri, the long-time, to attract new business to Davis is a friendly, down- highly successful Pierce provide more jobs. to-earth guy who is not Editor, the Journal County Councilman, gets Will you please join Joe afraid to make personal I think it is time to set my enthusiastic vote for, Robertson, Mary Reller, calls to the people of the the record straight. The representative of our new Dick Reller, Bill McGee and community to answer ques- Mason County Sheriff has 10th Congressional District. myself in casting your vote tions, address concerns and recently been specifically I was very sorry to see for Darrel Andrews on the to listen.' He deserves the blaming tt}e board of" corn- Norm Dicks retire. Over mail-in primary ballot that support of Mason County missioners fbr budget, cuts the years he has been is due by Aug. 7? over any other candidate resulting in service ~edu(:- Washington's staunchest because he understands the tions in the operation or hi s Congressional supporter of Annette McGeeneeds of the people and he department during the last National Defense and Vet- Sheltonis a responsible, trustwor- few years. erans Affairs. Though I tend thy person. Davis for Con- First and foremost, if to vote the other party, for gress, budget cuts are needed, it the past 20 years Dicks has would be impossible for one gotten my vote. As a retired . Melodie Reece commissione'r alone to be re- Air Force officer, Muri.will Kimilchesponsible for them. It takes provide that same vigorous two votes for any action support for national defense taken by the commission to and Veterans Affairs we Editor, theJournal Keep signs occu . have grown to expect of our I am voting for Curt Ben- However, the fact is Congressman. nett to fill Mason County a way that since 2007, the Sher- So why Dick Muri? He's Commissioner District 3. iffs budget has increased from way up in the Tacoma I have known Bennett, except for the two worst area. What does he know his father and his grandfa- Editor, the Journal years of the recession that about the people of Mason ther and can attest to his No votes for those whowe have all been experi-, County? He knows thathonesty and listening abil- post their signs unlawfully encing (2009 and 2010). Mason County has always ity. Bennett knows localwithin the right of way of During those two years, supported a strong national government, having served our streets and highways, the entire county budget defense -- the thousands of as a fire district commis- Why would I want to vote was decreased because rev- veterans living in the coun- sioner for 16 years. With for someone who can't even enues were significantly ty attest to that. He is well other board members, theobey the simple laws for reduced. Between 2010 aware that we insist that district has developed aposting campaign signs only and 2011, his budget was the government use our tax strategic plan and multiple- on private property? Those increased by more than dollars wisely. He believes year spending plan, keeping of you who have your signs 10.4 percent to approxL that the people of Washing- a healthy account reserves in rights of ways of any pub- mately $9,835,000 and his ton should decide what's for emergencies, lic roadway are in violation 2012 budget was again in- best for Washington -- not He is familiar with the of the law. creased by approximately some bureaucrat in the na- budgeting system and other 1.75 percent to nearly tion's capitol, guiding RCWs and WACs Rose Swier $10,010,000. Every time The voters of Mason of local government. Ben- Sheltonthe sheriffhas requested County have the rare op- nett is a strong proponent of extra funds from the com- portunity to initiate a new open govermnent especially mission, he has received Congressional District. the open public meeting And rews them through borrowing Let's set the standard high act. He knows how to run from other areas of county and select Muri as our Con- a business having been an operations. gressman, independent contractor for ca res Other departments most of his life. within the county that we James C. McElroy Bennett is involved in Editor, the Journal all depend upon for servic- Major General (Ret.) his community in severalIf you want your car es have experienced signifi- Sheltonways. He is a long-standing fixed, call a mechanic. If cant employee layoff~ and board member of EFI and you want your broken arm many have had their hours Fire District 4. He has mended, call your doctor, reduced during these ~ame Andrews a led a team in the Spell-e- If you want the problems years. The sheriff has ira_ bration with Mason County in Mason County govern- plied to the public that his good choice Literacy and has taken meat solved, elect Darrel department has been re- his team to the final round Andrews for Mason Countyquired to lay off nine depu- many times. He is highly Commissioner District 3. ties during this time pc- Editor, the Journal intelligent, especially with I have worked with An- riod. In fact, only two depo- Joe Robertson's and mathematical issues. He is drews on several Mason ties were laid off in 2009. Mary and Dick Reller's a good writer and an espe- County projects and thanks In addition, during 2011, letter to the editor in last cially good speller, to his leadership they have the sheriff chose not to fill week's Journal demonstrat- Of all his good leadership been very successful. In three vacant positions so ed that they have done their skills, Bennett is honest the late 1970s and early that he could provide his research on who to vote for and will listen to all points 80s it was the rebuilding senior staff with increases in the race for Mason Coun- of view before acting. Our of the Forest Festival. An- in pay. Since that time and ty Commissioner District 3. county can use a person drews came back and didbecause the pay increases Responsibility, integrity, with Bennett's qualities and it again in the 2000 time did not actually occur as honesty, common sense and I urge you to support him. period, a result of an inability to a full-time working commis- I have observed his work- justify them througb the sioner that will work for us Gary Plews ing with both local Shelton usual processes required and will truly listen to the Sheltongovernment and with Ma-for such raises, those three citizens is one that we need. son County agencies. His positions have been filled. Since my letter also Davis is ability to analyze and find It is important that the appeared in last week's proper solutions has earned citizens of Mason County Journal and I live in Com- him the admiration of his know the whole truth about missioner District 3, Ihave riohf fellow workers and theirthis situation. Thebudget received many telephone '~' ' *" administrators. He under- information is available to calls asking me ifI would ndidate stands the budget process everyone from the county's share who I was going to ca and has the insight to re- website at www,co.mason. vote for. I am proud to say solve the problems, wa.us in the auditor's sec- that I'm voting for Darrel Editor, the Journal He has been a success- tion. Andrews, who possesses all Longshoreman, port corn- ful business person. He is of the above qualities, missioner, former school a native of Mason County Pare Ward He has been a successful board member -- these ti- and has strong historical Shelton Shelton-Mason County Journal - Thursday, July 26, 2012 - Page A-5