William Matt
It is my pledge to always seek justice on behalf of the City of Lansing. As your neighbor, I will work diligently to find responsible solutions to our challenges, and lead with a vision guided by a hope of an ever-better city.
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
I won't be campaigning tonight.
Tonight of course is Halloween. I have three boys, ages 9, 6 and 2. My wife and I go out with them trick or treating, and it is a holiday I really enjoy. Always have. After a few blocks when the little ones get tired and or bored, my wife usually goes home to hand out candy while I continue on until 8:00 p.m.
I thought about carrying a yard sign, and introducing myself to a bunch of people in the neighborhood, but reconsidered that idea as crass and political.
It was suggested that I get GIANT candy bars and hand them out. More politics. Sigh.
I know name recognition is important, and a lot of people are hoping that I win the election next week, but I have decided that tonight, family comes first. I will carry on with our traditional Halloween activities tonight. I don't know if my opponent will campaign, and I hope that it doesn't have any bearing on on the eventual results. If I lose by a single vote, I may regret it, but I have to stick with my family values tonight and not try to take advantage of great holiday at the expense of kids enjoyment, and politicize Halloween.
I thought about carrying a yard sign, and introducing myself to a bunch of people in the neighborhood, but reconsidered that idea as crass and political.
It was suggested that I get GIANT candy bars and hand them out. More politics. Sigh.
I know name recognition is important, and a lot of people are hoping that I win the election next week, but I have decided that tonight, family comes first. I will carry on with our traditional Halloween activities tonight. I don't know if my opponent will campaign, and I hope that it doesn't have any bearing on on the eventual results. If I lose by a single vote, I may regret it, but I have to stick with my family values tonight and not try to take advantage of great holiday at the expense of kids enjoyment, and politicize Halloween.
Labels: 3rd Ward, Bill Matt, Halloween, lansing city council
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