To the Editor:

I would like to thank all the people who have supported and encouraged me in my quest for a seat on the SHCHD board. I am very pleased that the majority of the community has kept this campaign on a positive level with letters of support for their respective candidates of choice, and not resorting to fear mongering or denigrating other candidates.

If elected to the board, I will approach the difficult and the contentious issues with a positive attitude and an open mind to any and all opinions and information. I will bring new ideas and a fresh prospective to our health care district board. Please vote for me on Nov. 6, but most importantly, please vote.

Karen Ruth

Whitethorn