This is one of the few times that I wish I lived in two districts in Washington County. I am eager to vote for Marie Emerson for our state representative. I have firsthand knowledge that Marie has been extremely involved and influential in education and an aggressive advocate for the well-being of the young people in our county. She has successfully juggled teaching, starting and running a successful small business, being involved in the needs and support of our county in so many ways. She has so much positive energy that won’t be able to be ignored in Augusta. I know she will be the right person to represent us.

Now, Katherine Cassidy is one of those “go-getters” as well. Anyone who read her column on Down East Community Hospital and recognized the sound advice she offered can see how strongly she promotes the best for our community and the county on the whole. I urge everyone in her district to vote for her so that we can have a good solid team of active representatives to keep the needs Washington County in the forefront.

Alice Duston

Cherryfield