I'm a Whatcom County senior citizen who is tired of our state government being attacked as part of the problem rather than being effectively used as part of the solution. That is why I'm writing in support of Natalie McClendon for 42nd District State Representative. I believe the GOP incumbent, Jason Overstreet, is part of the new generation of right wing anarchists whose mission is to take away government protections for vulnerable citizens and our environment to leave us to the tender mercies of market-based solutions. As we all know, the outcome of that approach is that the poor get more desperate and the rich get yet richer.

Natalie is one of the small business owners who are being hurt by the corporate-based government policies Overstreet exemplifies. In the legislature she will work to restore an equitable tax base, rebuild critical infrastructure and improve the educational opportunities that made our country great. Natalie will help rebuild a productive job creating economy for 21st century Washington State.

We need new energy and fresh ideas in Olympia. Vote Natalie McClendon.

Jim Hansen

Bellingham