HEARN: Experience here counts

Rumors have been circulating that Paul Amador, candidate for Legislative Seat 4A, only recently registered as a Republican. It was therefore not surprising when Amador acknowledged that until recently he was registered as an Independent. He also moved to Idaho recently and has never held elective office. How well can a newcomer to Idaho and the Republican Party represent Coeur d’Alene in the Legislature? How independent can he be to represent our interests when he is just learning about Idaho? When he tries to demonstrate he is a good Republican to skeptical party leaders at home and in Boise?

I am not convinced. His recent change in party registration seems opportunistic. I support Tom Hearn. He has proven credentials as an elected Trustee on the Coeur d’Alene School Board. He has been appointed to Idaho-wide advisory boards by Democrat and Republican Governors. He raised his family in Coeur d’Alene. Tom will continue has fight to improve Coeur d’Alene schools in the Legislature. He has the scars and experience gained in his efforts to contribute to our schools while serving on the School Board.

DAVID O. PORTER

Coeur d’Alene