Editor,

I am a Naples resident who wants to voice my support for Tom Bossie, a hardworking candidate who I believe is the best choice for State Representative because he will accurately represent the views of the majority of citizens from Naples, Casco and part of Poland.

Tom has been challenging his opponent’s voting record and that’s a good thing. It helps voters decide which candidate more closely represents our own views. When you look at all the important legislation that our current state representative voted against in the past two years, and consider that many of his own party voted to pass some of the most important acts while he did not, it makes you wonder why our concerns and issues have not been better represented. It’s time for a change to someone who will give our district a voice, and Tom Bossie is the right person for the job.

As a self employed mental health care provider, I see many clients who are in need of affordable health care and this is an important issue to me. I believe Tom understands these needs and will work hard in Augusta to make sure the Dirigo Health Plan continues to move forward and get better, to contain costs and to provide more access to high quality healthcare for all Mainers who desperately need it.

The health care issue is just one of the reasons that I support Tom Bossie for State Representative. He is honest, hardworking and approachable. He cares about issues that are important to us, and he has the energy and drive to effect change at the state level. Voters should look at the differences between him and the incumbent, and decide for themselves who will more closely represent their view on important issues, then get out and vote so your voice is heard. Thank you.

Laura O’Donnell

Naples