Schwab has skills to make a difference

We support Dick Schwab for state representative in House District 73.

As responsible citizens in a democracy, we are asked to choose the “best” political candidate, the one who best represents the values and aspirations of our community. This is often a difficult task, because most media coverage of candidates is superficial, slogan-driven, and inevitably, partisan.

At the local level, we have a bit easier task, because we often know candidates either personally, or by their service in the community. This allow us to move beyond political labels and judge candidates by more enduring virtues such as generosity, prudence and willingness to compromise.

We have been privileged to know Dick as a neighbor and friend for more than 20 years. During this time, he has devoted his time and resources to public service, including leading roles in local environmental organizations, the Solon school board and Dollar for Scholars, United Way and many others. He has a distinguished and successful background in business and understands economic issues and how they affect small business owners as well as people looking for work.

Most important, Dick is not a partisan politician - he is generous, thoughtful and respectful and has the energy, skills and experience needed to make a difference in Des Moines. We urge you to vote for Dick in the Democratic primary on June 5.

Robert and Connie Mutel

Solon