Vote Weiner for state Senate District 45

I am writing in support of Janice Weiner for Iowa Senate District 45, which includes most of Iowa City. This is the seat currently held by Joe Bolkcom. Janice is a hardworking member of the Iowa City Council. She also has been an activist, testifying in Des Moines on issues such as voting rights and reproductive rights. The primary election is June 7, and I plan to vote for the person who shows up when there are issues to be addressed, and always has practical ideas on what needs to be done.

Janice draws on a successful State Department career as a diplomat, and many of those skills carry over to the job as state senator in Des Moines. A good state senator needs to look past differences and find ways to get things done, speak forcefully when things need to be said, or work quietly behind the scenes when that’s more effective. Janice Weiner has those skills. She also has ideas for how Democrats across the state can improve their messaging, and will play an important role in encouraging our candidates who live in districts with fewer Democratic voters.

Please join me in voting for Janice in the June 7 Democratic primary. In person early voting starts on May 18, at the Johnson County Auditor’s office, drive-through and walk-in. Please plan to vote.

Emily Silliman

Iowa City