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Letter: Hart supported me; he’ll support you
Caitlin Wiedenheft
Dec. 3, 2017 12:15 am
I lost my job earlier this year while three months pregnant. This is the first time I've publicly shared this, and I'm doing so to explain why I'm voting for Brad Hart.
I brought Hart in as a client to help launch his campaign for mayor, but instead he was the one helping me.
When he found out I lost my job, he texted me offering to help. He made calls on my behalf, was my reference, and put me in contact with people so I could get interviews. He answered my every email and text message, and met with me over several coffee meetings.
My husband, John, and I now have a 4-month-old baby girl and I have a new job I love. He supported me, and I can only imagine what he will do for other moms, dads, and families as mayor.
Caitlin Wiedenheft
Cedar Rapids
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