To the Editor:

I have had the privilege of knowing Christopher LaRocque since he and his family moved to Newtown in 1998. He is a Republican candidate for the Legislative Council in District 2.

Christopher earned his Eagle Scout Award in 1998. At Newtown High School, he was a member of the National Honor Society and its co-president, the Latin Honor Society, the president of the Student Council his senior year and played varsity basketball, baseball, and golf his junior and senior years. Following graduation, he attended George Washington University in Washington, D.C. He was chosen as student speaker at the School of Business graduation ceremony in 2007 before an audience of 6,000. He worked for Deloitte Consulting of Deloitte and Touche in Washington, D.C. His job included serving the Department of Defense Projects, which position required national government security clearance. He has made a presentation for the Secretary of the Navy. He now works for the University of Hartford and gives back his time as assistant coach for the boys’ varsity basketball at NHS, a position he has held for two years.

All of this shows that Christopher is hardworking, organized, can multitask, and gives back to his community.

I also want you to know the Christopher I know. He is loyal, dedicated, passionate, motivated, energetic, and a great listener. He has been raised by wonderful parents, who taught him morals and values. When Christopher called in July and asked me if I would be his campaign treasurer for his run as Republican candidate for the Legislative Council in District 2, I was honored and didn’t hesitate. I wasn’t surprised either. Christopher has expressed an interest in politics since I first met him in 1998.

Christopher LaRocque would serve his constituents well in District 2. He has been knocking on doors since August. He has had the opportunity to meet many citizens and listen to their suggestions and concerns. Please visit his website at www.chooselarocque.com to learn more about his ideas on improving the future of Newtown.

I encourage you to vote for Christopher LaRocque as Republican Legislative Councilman in District 2. He will serve the Newtown community well.

Janis R. Solheim

Treasurer, LaRocque for Council

11 Harvest Common Road, Sandy Hook                 October 25, 2009