Letter to the editor: Sen. Heffernan MIA at town meetings

Sen. Heffernan did leave a two-page Town Meeting Update for us, which expressed no regret or explanation for why he was not in attendance.

“Americans who prefer a fact-based reality supported by a law-based society view the president’s speech and actions as debasing America’s core values.”

“The Olympics represent, in many ways, an optimal version of our global community.”

“One winter afternoon when I was still missing my dog while steeped in reincarnation thoughts, I happened upon the most beautiful baby I’ve seen in some time.”

“Blaming immigrants, both legal and illegal, for job loss, declining living conditions, and increased crime has been a problem in our country for many years.”

“Our country is in very sad shape.”

“It bothers me greatly, Steven, that you voted ‘No’ on SR21, but also the reasoning you used to support your vote concerns me.”

“Will we abandon democracy and constitutional law out of fear or our own personal comfort?”

“As fellow members of the Weybridge Selectboard, we are writing to endorse Kelly Flynn, our Vice Chair, and recommend that our neighbors elect her to serve another term.”

“I invite my fellow Weybridge citizens to show our solidarity and support for Palestinians by declaring ourselves an Apartheid-Free Community.”

“This year’s budget is being decided during a time of intense statewide conversations regarding the direction of education in Vermont.”

“Districts cannot be penalized for fixing roofs, replacing boilers, or keeping children safe.”

“I am writing to enthusiastically endorse Danielle Boyce for Middlebury selectboard.”

“Please join me in voting for Dan Brown for [Middlebury] Selectboard on March 3.”

“Let’s keep Kelly Flynn on the selectboard. Weybridge needs her style of collaboration and her capacity to research, present and plan effectively.”