The Rhinoceros Times Greensboro
Thursday, May 3, 2012
Page 41
Letters to the Editor Convinced we need Coble
Dear Editor, On Saturday night, April 28, I attended the Sixth Congressional District candidates’ forum hosted by the Rockingham County Republican Party at their annual ReaganHelms Dinner. I listened with interest to each candidate as they responded to the submitted questions and remain convinced that we need Howard Coble more than ever in Washington fighting for us. His experience is unparalleled. He has a 90 percent conservative rating from the American Conservative Union and comes home every weekend to listen to the needs of his constituents. He is truly a man of integrity, loyalty and accessibility. In this day and age of busy schedules, he still takes the time to call his constituents personally and meet with them here in the district. I also learned from the forum that Bill Flynn does not even live in the Sixth District and therefore cannot vote for himself. Why would anyone consider voting for a candidate that can’t even vote for himself? Let’s keep Howard Coble fighting for us in Washington. We are truly blessed to call Howard “our” congressman. Harriet Stack
Wade stands her ground
Dear Editor, I want to encourage the voters of District 27 to vote for Trudy Wade for state Senate. She stands her ground and never backs down. As a newly married woman, I especially appreciate her stand on the marriage amendment. She thinks deeply about issues, treats those with opposing views with respect and consideration and doesn’t run from the truth. Anna Baroody
Hardister raised right
Dear Editor, We are asking for your support for our son, Jon Hardister, who is running for NC House District 59. He is a man of sound character, integrity, honesty, dedication and compassion. Above all, he understands the issues facing North Carolina, and he truly wants to make a difference.
Jon’s commitment to being accessible is evidenced by the thousands of voters he has spoken with. Bringing trust and accountability to his constituents as their state representative is something that he will take seriously. Jon will not participate in partisan politics and he would lead with conservative values. He will dedicate himself to the people that have put him in office. We need fresh, young, energetic representatives in Raleigh who will work to get North Carolina on the right track. Jon is exactly the type of person we need in office during these challenging times. We hope that you will support our son and vote for him on Tuesday, May 8. Wayne and Carolyn Hardister
Wendelken wants to serve
Dear Editor, My only regret in knowing Don Wendelken at this time is that I do not live in his district. I would be absolutely honored to have him represent me and my family as county commissioner. He is a man of impeccable character and integrity. He has a deep, heartfelt love for his country and community and his desire in running for office is service. Being a county commissioner will never be about him, or his ego. He considers well the needs of others and the general welfare of all. If your desire is to elect a servant leader with a commonsense approach to getting things done, then Don Wendelken is your man. R. Wayne Reich Sr.
Williams will fight taxes
Dear Editor, W. Douglas Williams has been out in the community talking to the residents of District 4. It is so good to see a candidate take the time to come out and talk to people and actually ask us what our concerns are. He is very knowledgeable and has specific plans to fight the upcoming property tax increase, increase revenue in Guilford County, and help our children in the classroom without increasing our taxes. I encourage anyone who has the opportunity to just pause and talk to him for a moment. Ask about his Student 1st
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Initiative and the concerns and plans he has for our children. In just a few moments you will realize how he understands not only the concerns residents have but how he also has a working knowledge of our county government on how to implement these plans while working as a part of the team of our county commissioners. I honestly have a confidence in his ability to hit the ground running and work on the behalf of the people of District 4 as well as Guilford County as a whole if he wins the upcoming primary on May 8 and then is elected in November. If you have not heard of W. Douglas Williams, check out his website at wdouglaswilliams.com and ask him a question or tell him your concerns. I understand he answers the blog personally. In short, I was impressed. He has my vote for county commissioner of District 4. I hope he has yours. Avery Williamson Sr.
We need Hardister in office
Dear Editor, We’ve known Jon Hardister since he was in high school. He graduated from Greensboro College with a degree in political science. We have observed that he has the ability to communicate with people of all ages. While in college Jon worked with Howard Coble and learned the importance of establishing good people skills as well as being accessible. He is very caring individual. We grew
up in southeast Guilford County and Jon is exactly the type of person to represent Guilford County and North Carolina with honesty and integrity. Jon Hardister is the person we need in office. Scott and Judy Alexander
Wilkins stands by principles
Dear Editor, Tony Wilkins is a great person for the job of county commissioner in District 6. I have had the pleasure of serving with Tony on the War Memorial Commission and have watched Tony hold a community leadership position with integrity and respect. Tony studies the issues in order to make informed decisions and comes to meetings on time and prepared. Tony asks hard questions and is confident in his facts and decision making to stand to his principles. I recommend the voters in District 6 to choose the right representation, vote for Tony Wilkins. Zack Matheny Greensboro City Council District 3
Wendelken is true Republican
Dear Editor, Conservative voters in Guilford County commissioner District 5 should seize the opportunity to vote for a serious candidate in the May 8 primary, a candidate whose (Continued on page 43)