Krause offers a fresh perspective

We need a fresh perspective on the Board of Commissioners, which we won’t get from Denise Krause’s opponent. She can’t be bought by special interests, and she has a deep desire to improve county government for all citizens.

Most importantly, she’s a fiscal conservative and understands taxpayers’ money is supposed to be controlled by the commissioners, not the county administrator. He works for them, not the other way around.

Denise Krause not only welcomes public input but finds it essential. When new projects are proposed, there needs to be a public process. Members of the public should be welcomed, not shut down when trying to speak.

Be sure to cast your vote for Denise.

Lin Bernhardt / Talent

Vote Rowan for Jackson County judge

I have known Matt for approximately 8 years. I have observed him to zealously, with integrity and honesty, represent his many clients. I have also observed him as a judge and was impressed at how he treated everyone that appeared before him with impartiality, fairness and with a good knowledge of the law.

Vote for Matt Rowan.

Angie LaNier / Jacksonville

Vote yes on Measure 118

Here we go again. When wealthier people are asked to pay a little more of their share, they say, “This tax will ruin our economy.” The insurance industry does this whenever people try to get universal health care. “It will collapse our medical system!”

And the wealthy have the money to advocate their viewpoint. The poor and those who compassionately wrote Measure 118 do not. That’s one reason the rich get richer and the poor get poorer.

My lower self wants to believe the Big Business rhetoric. But my higher self sees the same greedy pattern we see everywhere. Why do the wealthy so often value money above sharing and compassion? I’ve voting yes on 118.

A. Rosen / Ashland

Krause will bring bipartisan approach

With chaos in Washington looking set to continue, we badly need someone capable of protecting our local communities over the next four years.

Denise Krause can do that because Denise is the only candidate with a bipartisan approach, capable of bringing together folks from all parties and none.

As a local herself, she understands the challenges that affect all Jackson residents: keeping a lid on inflation; creating jobs; protecting our homes and forests from climate change; and building better healthcare and senior services.

Whatever happens nationally, Jackson County residents will still be here locally — and Denise Krause will never stop fighting for us.

Sophie Robbins / Ashland

Anti-Measure 118 ads failed to sway

When I first heard about Proposition 118, it didn’t seem to be a very sound idea. I was inclined to vote no until … in every video I watched online, every show I watched, there was ad after ad trying to convince me 118 was a bad idea.

No other proposition or candidate spent so much time trying to convince me. There was so much money being spent to get me to vote a certain way.

It didn’t work.

I’m not convinced 118 will succeed, but I voted yes because they tried too hard and do so with very little truth.

Frank Marksman / Jacksonville

More community outreach needed on Board of Commissioners

I will be voting for Denise Krause for county commissioner, and let me tell you why.

Denise has agreed, if elected, to host at least one town hall meeting in every city, incorporated or unincorporated. When was the last time a county commissioner has been to your city for a town hall?

Leading up to the election, Denise has made an appearance in every city and has talked to people about their concerns in the county.

Denise really cares about you and will carry on being truly accessible to all constituents in Jackson County.

Join me in voting for Denise Krause for Jackson County commissioner, a true voice for all.

Beverly Vondra / Talent

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