The election results are in and, yes, I am disappointed with Spokane. Baumgartner won and I think he will do well. He is intelligent and shows a genuine concern for this area. He said that even if you didn't vote for him please feel free to stop by his office and let him know what your concerns are.
John Ahern was the surprise. Because of his inappropriate behavior last time he was our Representative, his lack of attendance at most debates, his belief that getting rid of no-fault divorce is the answer to the high dropout rate in Spokane High Schools, and his mixed idea that government should get out of most things yet play a huge part in social issues, I am dismayed that he got over 14,000 votes to make him our Representative once again.
With that said we now need to look to the future. Let's see what the Republicans can get done in the next two years. The people have spoken. Will the newly elected be held to their campaign promises? There were a lot of them. Can we come together in our concern for this Country instead of making each parties agenda the most important?
Please come back to this blog often. Next I would like to explore the education challenges in District 81. I would like to hear from any teachers about their insights on the problems and solutions.
Thanks Debbie for the insightful summary about the election. Since I voted for his opponent, I'm relieved to hear that you think Baumgartner will be an asset but I am simply appalled that Ahern, with all his regressive ideas, won. I would be really interested in your blogs about District 81. Keep up the good work! Jan Tenold
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