Karen Matthee builds bridges

Last week, I had the pleasure of door-knocking with Karen Matthee to unaffiliated and Republican voters. It was a bit outside my comfort zone if I’m honest.

But Karen put both me and many of the people we talked to at ease from the get-go. Rather than hammer them with her platform, she inquired about their concerns. And, more often than not, she and they were able to find common ground on a number of issues, such as proper funding for public schools and the loss of doctors here in Idaho. 

Perhaps it’s because of her extensive journalism background, but Karen builds bridges, something I strongly believe is needed now in Idaho. She is calm and reasonable in her messaging, drawing on solutions from both Democrats and Republicans. 

And if we’re truly going to progress as a District and a state and improve life for all Idahoans, that is what it will take. And that is why I’m voting for Karen Matthee for House Seat 1A on Nov. 5. 

LYNDA GILLHAM

Sandpoint