Would you ever consider running for public office?

Mike McNally, 36, Windham

“No. I’ve never had the interest nor have been very political…I don’t have the knowledge base I guess.”

Bruce LeClaire, 59, Windham

“No. It exposes people to too much scrutiny. Politics is dirty business. I’ve been paid political staff in the past-U.S. senate campaign…it opens your eyes. Besides, I’m too conservative to be elected.”

Michelle Libby, 37, Sebago

“For me that would be way too much pressure…it takes a special person to run for office. You’ve got to be awfully strong.”

Kathleen Bell, 56, Standish

“Everybody wants me to, but I would never consider running for public office. I work in Standish and people say I should be on a committee…I feel that I can do better by not being on a committee. You have to answer to everyone and be politically correct.”