LETTERS TO THE EDITOR - Mailers spreading lies about Voss
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
As a Clark County supervisor and a brother-in-law to Lori Voss for 48 years, I can no longer stay silent about what is playing out to an outstanding citizen, business woman and very dedicated first responder/EMT.
Whatever side of the aisle people are on, there is one thing we can all agree on. Dirty campaigning based on lies, halftruths and manipulative tactics have no place in any election, much less the current Republican primary for the 69th Assembly seat.
Unfortunately, that’s exactly what a well-financed group is doing to Lori Voss. The so-called “Stronger Wisconsin Fund” is sending mailers to residents throughout the area trying to sully Lori’s stellar reputation. Their mailers are nothing short of political character assassination.
This same group is also sending puff piece mailers out to support Lori’s opponent, Karen Hurd. I’m not certain why they are spending thousands of dollars in this race but I am sure of one thing – they are lying.
They are lying when they say Lori Voss took a raise as mayor. In fact, a raise for the mayor was never put on the table for discussion. She didn’t. She saved taxpayers money by cutting waste and streamlining city government. She might be a penny-pinching fiscal conservative but she sure as heck isn’t a tax and spender.
And, by the way, the mayor in Abbotsford doesn’t even have a vote on the city council and doesn’t have the power to raise taxes. But this group doesn’t care about facts or the truth.
I don’t think I’ve ever seen this level of dirty campaign tricks here in Clark County. It’s shameless and may very likely be illegal.
I hope this helps set the record straight about the nasty lies that this dark money group is trying to get you to believe about Lori Voss. How dare they attack a woman who is a veteran who served her country, is a first responder/EMT and runs a successful small business. So the next time you get one of these mailers trying to sully the reputation of Lori Voss, put it where it belongs – in the trash.
Fred Schindler Curtiss
I encourage you to vote for Toshia Ranallo for county clerk. I had the privilege of working with her for several years in the Conservation, Planning and Zoning Department. Toshia possesses exceptional ethics, core values and a strong work ethic to serve as the county clerk. This will allow her to serve as clerk with transparency and exemplary integrity. While working with Toshia on a daily basis, she worked with citizens, town chairs and supervisors to explain complex zoning, planning and regulatory programs that are sometimes difficult to understand but are necessary to protect our land and water resources, while ensuring a vibrant economy in Marathon County. She was always honest, kind and respectful, while
See LETTERS/ page 14 Letters
Continued from page 7
treating everyone fairly and consistently. She was able to tactfully handle difficult situations and resolve issues with citizens and elected officials with ease. Toshia can use these skills to best serve all the citizens of Marathon County to oversee our elections and carry out the critical responsibilities of the clerk. The citizens of Marathon County would be fortunate to have Toshia serving as clerk.
Vote Toshia for an honest, transparent and effective clerk. Paul Daigle Marathon County Land and Water Program director (retired)
Ranallo is the best choice for clerk
On Tuesday, Aug. 13, vote for Toshia Ranallo as Marathon County clerk.
Ranallo is exceptionally responsible, brilliantly capable and is the definition of integrity. County clerk is a position of the highest importance and significance, and Ranallo is the candidate you can trust. Ranallo has the experience, positivity, and administrative consistency needed for the county clerk position.
Through my years of working with Toshia Ranallo, I have always observed consistent honesty, a high level of character, respect for others, and the utmost manner of professionalism. I therefore recommend that you elect Ranallo as your next Marathon County clerk. Ranallo is a vote you can trust and trust matters. Peter Fromm Wade Marathon County Onsite Waste Specialist
Vote for
Ranallo
I am writing to enthusiastically recommend Toshia Ranallo for Marathon County clerk. I had the pleasure of working with her for nine years when she served as municipal clerk for the Village of Wausaukee, Marinette County.
Toshia possesses an exemplary work ethic, strong personal and professional core values, a passion for serving others, and unwavering integrity. Her dedication to true transparency in government, honesty and integrity in the election process, dedication to lifelong learning, and desire to serve the public is unparalleled. While serving the public in local government can be challenging at times, I witnessed Toshia carry on with true professional poise and tenacity. She exudes patience in difficult situations yet remains steadfast in her convictions.
Not only did I get to work with Toshia for several years, but I’ve had the honor of calling her friend for over two decades. Toshia is a devoted and loving wife and mother, a phenomenal teammate, and a kind and generous friend. Her dedication to continual growth and personal development is inspiring to all around her.
It is with this compassion, integrity, eagerness and professional competence that Toshia will best serve the citizens of Marathon County in the role of clerk.
Sara Pullen, Administrator Village of Wausaukee
