To the editor:

I have worked on many local campaigns, congressional campaigns and have enjoyed several successful New York State Assembly campaigns as a former chief of staff for our former assemblywoman and former campaign manager for our current assemblyman. I have interviewed countless individuals for government positions, worked for and know many people who have run and have yet to run for office.

Matt Simpson is the guy that the Adirondack Association of Towns and Villages membership voted president for a reason; as a former small businessman, he will get the job done in Albany by working both sides of the aisle.

Dan Stec, what can one say? A veteran, former town supervisor, Adirondack 46er, successful assemblyman, and so prepared and ready that our beloved Betty Little endorsed him to replace her as our next New York state senator!

Elise Stefanik has remained the person we sent to Congress to protect us. John McHugh said, “As the former secretary of the Army and representative of this region, I know firsthand what kind of leadership is needed to represent Fort Drum and all NY-21 constituents.” I agree, as a disabled veteran with 45 years combined military-government service, she is the right one and continues to prove it over and over again.

We have an opportunity to vote for three exemplary people who, regardless of the leadership in their respective bodies of government, know whom they truly represent and will always act in our best interests. VOTE for the THREE who will benefit us all the most. These three as a team will have the combined strength to be even more successful than they have ever been. This is a very important election, so be sure to VOTE: Matt Simpson for assemblyman, Dan Stec for New York State Senate and Elise Stefanik for Congress.

Win Belanger

Willsboro