Editor, Times-Union: I have been observing the race for state representative in House District 22. Republican Curt Nisly’s campaign has been working to advance the following issues: low taxes, the right to life, gun owners’ rights and state sovereignty from too much growing federal control over our lives. Democrat David Kolbe’s camp has been advancing these issues during the campaign: number of debates, web-page creation, yard sign placement and local parade etiquette. So ironically, despite all of Kolbe’s pleas to debate, Curt Nisly is the only candidate in this contest who is discussing real issues that are clear and easy to understand with the voters. Check out his literature. This spring, Kosciusko County Democrat leader John Bonitati said David Kolbe would offer “alternative leadership” to District 22 during this campaign (Times-Union 5/7/14). I strongly prefer the clarity of Curt Nisly’s positions and believe he will provide strong leadership at the statehouse that we are in need of. I do not have the privilege of voting for Curt, as I live in HD18, but I hope the voters in HD22 will vote for Republican Curt Nisly. Thomas Pletcher Republican precinct committeeman Pierceton Washington 2, via email
