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| Whatever it takes. |
As I write, Election Day is exactly one week away, and at this time next week the polls will have just closed. This campaign that I've put so much time and energy into since I announced my candidacy in September is coming to an end.
This is my third run at Commissioner and with experience comes some advantages. I have a better understanding of how government works. I've learned how to focus my message better. I'm more comfortable in approaching and talking with strangers than I used to be, which has the side benefit of acquiring new friends I would never have had met if I hadn't run for office.
Time also takes it's toll, the knee pain I wrote about two years ago when I was talking to voters outside the post office has migrated to both legs. But out of adversity comes innovation, so I have been going house to house by bicycle, which has drawn some notice.
You might ask why I have endured all of this discomfort and pain, why put myself through it?
Because I believe it is necessary.
Democracy, even at the smallest scale demands our engagement, and even a little sacrifice to keep it alive.
I'm willing to make that commitment, to serve the public as best I can.
Seven days and counting, I ask for your support and your vote.
Christopher Fischer
