We are writing to ask people to vote for Jim Glavine as state representative in District 27. Jim, a native Mainer, has a lifetime of experience that has made him the “go to” guy in our region. He is knowledgeable about the things that locals care about. He is thorough and thoughtful in any task he takes on. And he is always willing to “do what it takes” to accomplish the task.

We have worked with Jim on community issues, and he has always been open to listening to our views. He listens to all sides of an argument in order to make an informed decision. With his experience as a negotiator for Bath Iron Works, as a businessman running a sporting camp in Beaver Cove and as a selectman, he has learned to listen to many viewpoints. He will bring his experience to Augusta to fight for the people he represents.

Issues that Jim is particularly concerned with include jobs and economic growth, affordable health care, and the infrastructure necessary to improve the economy and maintain quality of life. This includes providing broadband service, improving road conditions and protecting the forestlands that are crucial to a sustainable forest-products industry, the growth of tourism and continued public access.

In contrast, his opponent Pete Johnson voted against repairing roads and bridges, against allowing consumers to access the leftover cash on gift cards, against reducing health insurance rates, against safe standards for genetically engineered plants and against a health care bill of rights.

Vote for Jim Glavine on November 4.

Bob and Diane Guethlen

Rockwood