Letter: Lynette Bond for Mayor

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To the Editor:

I am writing to encourage you to cast your vote for Lynette Bond as the next mayor of North Adams. I've known Lynette for more than 10 years and can't think of a better person to represent the City. Lynette is everything you'd want in a mayor. She is honest, a great leader, has the tenacity to make tough decisions, and an amazing ability to inspire others to reach their goals.

I have been lucky to have Lynette as my assistant coach for the past four years. She has brought many of these same qualities to the court. She inspires the players and is disciplined in her coaching. Lynette has a passion for youth sports and understands how important it is for young people to be part of a team, to learn the fundamentals of sports, and most importantly, to have fun with their friends. For me and my family, this is the heart of a community, on the courts and on the ballfields. This is where communities are formed and Lynette is there-as a coach or as a fan cheering on the youth of this community.

Lynette has proven that she can work well in stressful situations while maintaining a professional and respectful composure. Her ability to lift people up is something we could all learn from. Lynette is compassionate and real. She understands the stressors of being a working parent with kids involved in many activities and coordinates rides between families and often provided rides to those without transportation. She gets it. Lynette is someone who gives her all and does not tire easily. She will champion youth sports and ensure our young people have access to recreation. She will make North Adams proud. I am asking you to vote for Lynette Bond. I can't imagine it will be anything less than a slam dunk!

Al Arnold
Selectman, Clarksburg, Mass.

 

 

 


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Letter: I support Andrew Fitch for State Representative

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To the Editor:

I am proud to support Andrew Fitch as a candidate for state representative, and to encourage voters in our district to entrust him with your vote in the state primary election on Sept. 1.

When I cast my vote it will be a vote for Andrew Fitch and not a vote against the incumbent. Here's why: Andrew brings experience as an entrepreneur, business owner, public official, community organizer, and advocate to his candidacy. In speaking with and listening to him I know that he will bring a curious, thoughtful, and collaborative approach to Beacon Hill; partner effectively with his colleagues in the Berkshire legislative delegation, across Western Massachusetts, and beyond; take a holistic view of the district as more than just a collection of individual communities; and serve with humility, an open heart, and deep consideration for the people of the district.

Experience and longevity are an asset when they lead to effective representation. When they become an end in an of themselves, they become a liability and evidence that it is time for new representation. That time is now. Andrew Fitch is the state representative we need.

Tom Bernard
North Adams, Mass. 

Bernard is a former mayor of North Adams. 

 

 

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