Reason one to vote Democrat on Nov. 3: Leadership with vision really matters.

Leadership and vision for our state and our country start with caring more about its citizens and its future generations’ personal health, community health, environmental health, and economic health. Clean energy promotes all of those. Science does too. Options are important. Right now, the Democrats see the health, science, and economic connection more clearly.

Reason two: Character truly counts.

My parents and grandparents were right about that. Integrity, honesty, empathy and disciplined decisions build the values of trust and respect. When a party is not paying attention to its character, there should be a consequence; it is reason for change.

Currently, the Democratic Party is reflecting more understanding of the values of character.

Reason three: Unity does make us stronger.

Government officials are public servants. When our politicians support the policies and people who are the backbone of this country: veterans, health care workers, essential service providers, farmers, teachers, small businesses, too, our most vulnerable citizens, and our newcomers, then our quality of life improves, and our democracy stands stronger. The Democrats are presently more interested in unifying those aspects of our society.

My vote is to make government accountable, responsible, and represent us well here and abroad. To put public service back on the agenda for our future, and the future of next generations. A healthy choice is when both parties put their best candidates forward. This time the Democratic Party is doing better.

KATHLEEN MAXWELL

Barnstead

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