Matthee will tackle issues we care about

The time has come to speak up about issues that affect living in the great state of Idaho. As a resident for 46 years, I’ve experienced quite a few changes. I want residents to study the issues that are impacting all of us. I support Legislative District 1, Karen Matthee, for her background in running a newspaper in a conservative town in Washington and earning community support by tackling the issues people care most about.

I’m weary of the broken promises Republicans use to avoid lowering my taxes. They don’t seem to care that property taxes are assessed higher than commercial properties. I don’t want to be forced to sell my home to keep up with taxes. Karen Matthee supports increasing the homeowner’s property exemption, lowering our taxes, and using a standard table making it fair and equitable for residents. Karen Matthee supports increasing the grocery tax exemption helping the lower income population. Housing costs are beyond the average worker’s reach. I’ve heard the complaint that people don't want to work. Most workers cannot pay for their housing working two jobs. I’m voting for Karen because her experience supports the path to an equitable balance in our community.

ANDREA BERLINER

Sandpoint