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Vote for candidates who take the high road

Dear Editor, There’s a new issue in this election—respect. More and more people want a more civil political culture on our sensitive little island.

Dear Editor,

There’s a new issue in this election—respect. More and more people want a more civil political culture on our sensitive little island.
It is very clear from the Community Foundation’s Vital Conversation report that this is a top priority—right up there with a community centre and health clinic. Indeed, many Vital Conversation participants felt the chronic divisions are fundamentally why we don’t yet have such basic infrastructure. (A few said they don’t want more services; fair enough.)
So, respect is a big conversation point right now. But I wonder if Murray Skeels and Nerys Poole got the memo. To many, their recent articles in the Bulletin represent a deeply discouraging continuation of non-respectful dialogue in our community.
There is a good deal of common ground on Bowen and we need people who will focus on enhancing it. True, consensus isn’t always possible, but I want a Mayor and Councillors who will do their damnedest to try.
Let’s push aside the “sides” and elect candidates who bring a wide range of values, opinions and skills to the Council table. The caveat? They must also bring a proven record of working well with others to achieve their goals. Fortunately, there are sufficient candidates who fit this description to fill your ballot.
I urge you to bestow the high honour of your vote only to those who travel the high road.

Heather Prittie