May matters; vote for Jim Woodward

May matters in Idaho, because the Republican who wins in the May 19 Primary is typically the winner in the general election.

We are so fortunate to have Jim Woodward as our current Idaho senator. He carefully considers each bill on its own merits, and how it will affect his constituents and his stated goals of governance, rather than being swayed by getting a “good grade” from the Idaho Freedom Foundation like his opponent does.  

I have listened to Jim at his regularly scheduled town halls and been impressed with his long-range outlook, investing in education, healthcare, and infrastructure improvements. At the same time, he is fiscally responsible, opposing cuts to our income or property taxes that might sound appealing but will require cuts to important programs and services that have been mandated. Reducing taxes for popularity votes while causing a budget shortfall is just not responsible government.  

Jim Woodward is vice-chair of the Finance and Appropriations Committee and serves on the education and transportation committees. He has many other important committee assignments as well, as he is a hard-working and highly respected member of the legislature. I urge you to vote for our current senator, Jim Woodward, on May 19.  

KATE PAINTER

Bonners Ferry