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Letter: ​Vote Penny Rich for commissioner

TO THE EDITOR:

My name is Penny Rich, and I am currently one of your Orange County Commissioners.

I am reaching out to the UNC community to ask for your vote in the Orange County Commissioners’ race, in District 1. As a mother of two college students, I care about your perspectives, and I am listening to your concerns.

I hear you when you say that you want to make sure that businesses started by students can stay in Chapel Hill.

In my time as a county commissioner, I have supported economic development, particularly small businesses and living wage employers.

I hear you when you say you need to get around town easily without a car. I have worked to expand our public transportation system to give people more options.

I hear you when you express concern about the direction our state legislature is taking our great state.

The Board of County Commissioners passed a resolution supporting the expansion of Medicaid.

We’ve worked to support our public schools amidst the disappointing budget cuts coming from the state. I am seeking re-election because I want to continue to push for these ideals and create new opportunities for all residents of Orange County, including you.

I hope you will make the time to vote. Your vote is always important, but especially this year.

With new voter ID restrictions, and Election Day falling during Spring Break, early voting is especially important. Get out, make your voice heard and go vote!

Penny Rich

Orange County Commissioner


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