Matthee will make all Idahoans' lives better

Karen Matthee is running for Idaho state representative in seat 1A. I heartily endorse Karen, who is a great listener, undoubtedly coming from her education/experience as a journalist (master's degree from the prestigious Northwestern University) as well as her many life experiences.

In one job, she ran a newspaper in a small conservative town in Washington, able to earn the respect of community members by listening to and reporting on stories/situations that mattered to them. I have observed Karen thoughtfully listen to others, genuinely concerned with their ideas.

Karen’s deep concern for education is of utmost importance to me, a retired public school educator. Karen believes public money belongs in public schools, not vouchers for private schools that may be religious, limit who attends, or not accept students with disabilities. 

She would like to see a permanent fund established in the state from the $5.2 billion sales tax exemptions that are never viewed rather than continue to see property taxes be the source of increases. Karen would not support concealed weapons of employees to be allowed on school grounds as the current legislator voted to approve. Let educators educate; let the police, police.

Karen Matthee has solid policy ideas on topics important to all of her constituents. Review her website at kmattheeforidaho.com. 

Vote Karen Matthee for Idaho state representative. She will make all Idahoans' lives better.

ANN GIANTVALLEY

Sandpoint