Letter: Gadelha grateful for campaign support

To the thousands of Linn County residents who took time on their doorsteps to share their concerns, ideas, and well wishes about the election and my role in it - thank you! People's genuine interest in our community and the advancement of progress for our state is heartening.

While the result of my particular race did not go the way I had hoped, the experience of running for State Senate has been a huge highlight in my life and one I do not regret. Meeting numerous incredible Iowans, gaining a deeper understanding of the issues, making new friends, along with other unique facets of the campaign are a part of me and I am a better person having had this experience.

I will continue my work in my local service roles with even greater energy and purpose going forward. I appreciate so many of you being invested in Iowa's future. Let's all move forward to impact it in our own positive ways: serving, advocating, supporting, and being involved.

Rene Gadelha

Marion