I personally know and have met with both Tammi Fisher and Mark Blasdel. I know in my heart who will be the most effective representative for the residents of Senate District 4.

Tammi Fisher knows the issues and needs facing the residents and businesses of Senate District 4. She is a proven leader that has enormous compassion, abilities and intricate knowledge of the issues facing Kalispell — issues that have never been addressed by Mr. Blasdel or any other state representative from our valley.

After serving with Tammi, I know she is deeply concerned about all of her constituents and history has shown she governs for all the citizens of Kalispell. She knows the taxes we pay are too high, she knows our request for assistance to legislators falls on deaf ears, and she knows how to look at issues logically — finding a solution that is right for us.

After attending two recent debates, it is very apparent to me which candidate is in tune with the issues facing the residents of Kalispell and what needs to be done to resolve them. That person is Tammi Fisher.

As mayor, Tammi stood up for the citizens of Kalispell and was the catalyst for positive change that has helped create jobs, control costs and bring our city to extraordinary fiscal health. She will do the same in Helena. She’s proven she’s a LEADER and she will continue to represent Kalispell when in Helena. Tammi may make the status quo in the Republican Party feel uneasy and afraid of her because not only can she can think for herself, she’s a listener, a leader and representative of her constituents. Further, Tammi lives in District 4 and can vote for herself in this election. Her opponent does not and cannot.

Tammi will fight for you and your family in Helena. She will write and sponsor bills for you! It’s all about you! I guarantee it.

Please join me in voting for Tammi Fisher for Senate District 4.

Tim Kluesner is a Kalispell City Council member, Ward 4