To the Editor:

I have had the good fortune to know, and work side-by-side with, Joe Hemingway on several community service projects. Long before he had political aspirations, Joe was involved with various school- and town-based efforts. Never one to shy away from a challenge, Joe often spearheaded those efforts. He identified the need and saw it through to its conclusion. Joe is keenly interested in the opinions and concerns of Newtown’s voters. He makes his best effort to ascertain and maintain a pulse on what families feel their needs are in town.

I am a registered Republican who will vote along party lines for several candidates yet also cross over to vote for other talented candidates. Joe Hemingway is one for whom I intend to cast my vote. Won’t you please join me in voting for a man who truly has Newtown’s best interest at heart?  We, the voters, would be most fortunate to have a man like Joe Hemingway on the Board of Selectmen. Though his voice will be missed on the Legislative Council, Joe Hemingway, as a selectman, will be in an even better position to continue his fight for our beloved town.

Sincerely,

Roseanne G. Loring

9 Cobblestone Lane, Newtown                                  October 28, 2009