GOEDDE: Still doing his job

I believe Idaho needs work and working elected officials are part of that work. I understand Senator John Goedde will not be representing District 4 next year. I have worked with Senator Goedde in the Idaho Senate for the last four years. We have not always, indeed not often agreed, but I respect his work.

We currently serve on a committee that has oversight of the Idaho Education Network. With all the problems facing IEN we had a lot of meetings both during the session, and since and after the May primary. Senator Goedde shows up, does the work and continues to work for the good of Idaho citizens. I respect that, even if we disagree on what the direction should be. I hope you get such dedication and integrity from whoever succeeds him.

SEN. DAN J. SCHMIDT

Moscow