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2003 Seattle Election Information Primary Election Voters' Guide John E. Manning
Video Voters Guide Statement of Candidate Click Here to View the You will need Written Voters' Pamphlet Statement Submitted by Candidate I am running for Seattle City Council with the desire and drive to bring sensible leadership back to our local government. I want to redefine Public Safety as an investment in people as well as Police officers and Firefighters. A strong focus on public safety will help to create an environment that emphasizes prevention strategies, not just intervention in a crisis. I want to restore the cuts to public safety that help to empower our citizens to become actively involved in their communities ie… Community Service Officers, The Crime Prevention Unit, The Gang Unit, School Crossing Guards, The Juvenile Detectives, and the Community Police Teams. I want to start the dialogue with our State Legislators about our current tax structure. Our present system of taxation is regressive and hurts the middle class and small business owners. We must provide a sensible and realistic taxation plan that ultimately will help to create a sustainable economic future for our children. I've had a distinguished 16-year career with the Seattle Police Department and have been recognized nationally as a leader in community policing, receiving numerous local and national awards for my work in our city. We need elected officials who not only share our values, but know how to achieve results, through strong leadership with a vision for the future of our city. I am a person that has a proven record of accomplishments, and believe in progress not just process. Our economic future is at risk and we must protect and enhance the climate for businesses in our city, especially the small businesses which are the heart and soul of our various communities. To be a player on the international scene we must be more inclusive in our thinking on a regional and state level as we enact legislation to help maintain economic viability in these difficult times. Thank you for your support and vote. The above statement was written by the candidate, who is solely responsible for the contents therein. |
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John E. MANNING
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