Other candidates have more qualifications & experience than I do

To The Daily Sun,

Since I announced for a run for state representative, a lot has changed.

The main reason I decided to run was to help put new leadership in the County Convention. As it turned out, my wish was granted before the time to sign up. The two people I hoped would be replaced decided not to run. I hope the new leadership will run the Convention in a way that respect is given to all the members, no matter which party they represent. It also would be nice everyone is given a chance to give their opinion.

There are many other candidates with more qualifications and experience than me. Even though I will be on the ballot, I plan to support the four candidates who win in the Primary.

The one thing I learned is how many special interest organizations that send you letters of their interest and questioners. The only one I sent back was the one from the NRA, of which I am a member. I am a firm supporter of the Second Amendment.

If I was ever elected, my special interest would be the people of Meredith and Gilford.

I have not run an active campaign, no fundraising, no hand-out cards, no signs and no other political events.

I want to thank all those people that encouraged me to run and offered to help finance my campaign.

If I should ever win in the Primary, than I would run a full active campaign and would need plenty of help.

I want to wish all the other candidates good luck.

A lot more important than me winning, is the re-election of Jeanie Forrester, our state senator, and Joe Kenney our executive councilor.

L. Michael Hatch

Meredith