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Lynne Kennedy

McLoughlin: levelheaded leadership for everyone

BRATTLEBORO-As a local writer and former president of the Brattleboro Garden Club, I have had an opportunity to see the Selectboard at work over the past seven years. I have been most impressed with Liz McLoughlin.

These last several terms have been challenging for the town, with safety and drug concerns, homelessness issues, and budget pressures.

I feel aligned with Liz McLoughlin on most agendas. She does not waffle on questions but rather seeks the answers and includes all interested parties. She makes educated and informed choices by digging deep into the questions and coming up with sensible answers that include the community as a whole.

I believe Liz understands this community. She is inclusive of all community members, but only to the point where it makes sense. Unlike some Selectboard members, she does not lean toward certain groups in the Brattleboro community but considers all constituents.

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With 14% tax increase, what happens to those struggling economically?

BRATTLEBORO-I've been a supporter of Emilie Kornheiser since she first ran for Legislature. Now, however, I find I can no longer support her. She and her colleagues in Montpelier are leaving ordinary working people, families, and seniors on the sidelines. This latest property tax of 14% is a perfect...

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