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Vote for Lyness in June primary
Brad Kunkel
Apr. 19, 2014 4:00 pm
The upcoming primary election for Johnson County is important because voters have the choice to move forward or take a step back. Janet Lyness has moved the county attorney's office ahead and we need to keep moving forward.
Lyness is an experienced attorney who takes seriously the office of county attorney and her oath to uphold the law. She knows how to manage a department, operate within a budget; she knows the important the role a prosecutor plays in the criminal justice system.
She has demonstrated that she is a strong advocate for victims and has successfully implemented alternatives to incarceration because she understands that incarceration is not always the best path for a defendant. She understands the duty to protect those seeking help from the justice system.
Please vote for Lyness in the June 3 primary.
Brad Kunkel
Solon
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