To The Editor:
Democrats in the newly-created 74th legislative district in Chester County have a clear choice to make in the May 20th Democratic primary. Only one candidate has proven capable of representing our party’s high ideals and earning the Party’s endorsement. We must send a strong, honorable, and experienced leader to Harrisburg, Downingtown Mayor Josh Maxwell. I personally know both Josh Maxwell and his opponent well and for many years. It is an honor to announce my full endorsement and support of Mayor Josh Maxwell for State Legislator in the 74th District in Chester County.
As the Chair of The Caln Democrats, it was a privilege to take part in the Chester County Democratic Committee’s General Assembly’s endorsement of Mayor Maxwell. The Caln Democrats meet regularly to realize our mission to “Elect great Democratic leaders to public office to serve the people well and wisely”. Our easy choice was to overwhelmingly support and endorse Mayor Maxwell at the 2014 Nominating Convention in February. Our endorsement has been validated with each encounter with Mayor Maxwell.
In contrast to political opportunists, Mayor Maxwell directly faces difficult challenges with sincere concern for the people rather than focus on what is best for his personal interest or political ambitions. Mayor Maxwell acknowledges the real problems and serious issues that face those he serves in office by seeking expert and knowledgeable support, developing solutions that are respectful to all, and standing by convictions that guide his decision-making process. Mayor Maxwell governs with integrity, high ethical standards, and the all-too-rare personal courage to take on the difficult challenges that face his constituents. Even when people outside Downingtown face setbacks, I have seen Mayor Maxwell step up to help someone in crisis find a job, or a place to live.
Mayor Josh Maxwell’s political sensibilities direct him toward practical solutions. He has an approachable and open personal style that encourages people to get involved and become part of the solution themselves. Mayor Maxwell’s humble beginnings guide his actions to assist, protect, and uplift those he serves well and wisely, and he is determined to bring real-world solutions to serve all the people in the 74th District.
In addition to his exceptional problem-solving abilities and in stark contrast to his opponent, Mayor Maxwell consistently fights to support and help elect fellow Democrats to Public Office. As Mayor, Josh Maxwell fought successfully to achieve a Democratic majority on the Downingtown Borough Council.
We Chester County Democrats in the new 74th District deserve a robust, clear, trust-worthy voice to champion our best hopes and pragmatic solutions in Harrisburg. We need a tough, respected, experienced, honorable, and dedicated leader to face a formidable Republican opponent in the November general election. This new district has a chance to be the first reliably Democratic State House district in Chester County. Mayor Josh Maxwell is the candidate we need to help lead the entire district toward a brighter future.
Lorraine Tindaro
The Caln Democrats Chair
Caln Township Commissioner
