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The Portage Lakes Advisory Council Candidates’ Night on Oct. 8 in New Franklin was exceptionally well handled. The candidates were well prepared and highly educated about the offices they are seeking. The president of the Portage Lakes advisory council, Kelly S. Pariso, and his officers did a very efficient job of running the whole evening, as every candidate had a chance to present his or her qualifications and views in the time allotted.
I would especially like to mention that U.S. Rep. Jim Renacci came to this south Summit event and showed that he cared about this corner of Summit County. We have often been overlooked in the big picture of politics. Mr. Renacci is presently the representative of the newly minted 16th District of Ohio. Apparently his opponent did not find the time to be there or send a representative to speak for her. That speaks for itself.
New Franklin needs a representative who will be responsive to the needs of this area. His presence showed he felt we were important enough for him to come and address us. He spoke of his humble beginnings in Pennsylvania and how he came to Wadsworth to take a job, which led him to establish his first business. It was there he learned how to work hard and make his own money.
Jim Renacci is not the son of the isolated rich that his opponent touts him to be. He was clear and decisive about what he plans to do to create well-paying jobs for Ohioans. His background in business and public office has been honorable. He used his knowledge, creativity and experience to take the risks necessary to be successful in business.
So many people have lost their jobs, homes and self-esteem due to the devastation of this economy. Renacci certainly deserves a second look by the undecided voters in our community.
Frances L. Kalapodis, New Franklin
The Portage Lakes Advisory Council Candidates’ Night on Oct. 8 in New Franklin was exceptionally well handled. The candidates were well prepared and highly educated about the offices they are seeking. The president of the Portage Lakes advisory council, Kelly S. Pariso, and his officers did a very efficient job of running the whole evening, as every candidate had a chance to present his or her qualifications and views in the time allotted.
I would especially like to mention that U.S. Rep. Jim Renacci came to this south Summit event and showed that he cared about this corner of Summit County. We have often been overlooked in the big picture of politics. Mr. Renacci is presently the representative of the newly minted 16th District of Ohio. Apparently his opponent did not find the time to be there or send a representative to speak for her. That speaks for itself.
New Franklin needs a representative who will be responsive to the needs of this area. His presence showed he felt we were important enough for him to come and address us. He spoke of his humble beginnings in Pennsylvania and how he came to Wadsworth to take a job, which led him to establish his first business. It was there he learned how to work hard and make his own money.
Jim Renacci is not the son of the isolated rich that his opponent touts him to be. He was clear and decisive about what he plans to do to create well-paying jobs for Ohioans. His background in business and public office has been honorable. He used his knowledge, creativity and experience to take the risks necessary to be successful in business.
So many people have lost their jobs, homes and self-esteem due to the devastation of this economy. Renacci certainly deserves a second look by the undecided voters in our community.
Frances L. Kalapodis, New Franklin
