How is Judy Different form the Rest?
- Judy's is an ally of the people of the 78th district; not partisan groups or persons.
- Judy is a well-known, reliable consensus-builder.
- Judy is an innovative problem-solver.
- Judy is committed to reason, not special interests.
- Judy is purpose, not deep pockets.
- Judy is a person of integrity.
...the good we achieve for ourselves is only as secure as we make it for each other.
Why Elect Judy Truesdell?
My Reason for Running for State Rep
I've lived in Niles for 38 years and my experiences over those years in business, as a mother and wife, my community involvement and in the last 10 years as an elected trustee at LMC, acquainted me with many of the pressing issues facing our district. For too long, we had a one party rule with a legislator who was very closed and inaccessible. Because I believe that government is in the business for its people, I felt I could change that. And I almost did, losing by a razor thin margin.
For too long, we had a one party rule with a legislator who was very closed and inaccessible.
After my loss in 2006, I realized there was much I still had to learn. So before making my decision to run again, I began a year-long process of meetings, interviews and discussions. I attended a day long event with young aspiring entrepreneurial students; went to Washington D.C., to attend meetings that addressed diversity issues in education; visited with district municipal leaders to talk about funding issues; met with several area farmers to learn first hand their needs and concerns; reviewed new K-12 curriculum concepts and promoted the inclusion of an agri-business curriculum at the community college level; attending conferences to hear from state experts; met with state Democratic party leaders and participated in agricultural and economic forums and tours. I also served as a lead on a special school bond proposal committee to help raise the public's awareness about the need for a millage increase. What I gained from these experiences was more than just knowledge. It was a reconfirmation that our district is rich in people, business talent and an array of economic opportunities from tourism to agricultural diversity that few other regions can boast. And it was a reaffirmation for me that our district continues to be overlooked and that our citizen' needs remain unheard. I continue to believe that the combination of my experience, knowledge and leadership skills can become a catalyst for needed change both in the District and Lansing and my voice of reason and purpose a champion for the people of the 78th district.
How Will Judy Make a Difference for YOU?
Judy Truesdell will:
- ...tell legislative colleagues that she was sent to Lansing to do one job – represent the people of her district.
- ...push to get legislation passed or policies enacted that help create an economy:
- where there are an ample number of jobs paying the prevailing wage with benefits that make life truly sustainable
- that helps farmers diversify and capitalize on their farming operations
- that improves access to quality health care and affordable prescription drugs
- that enhances or reforms the education system
- that moves the state toward a new and smarter energy future
- that invests in early childhood education; and that preserves our environment and Michigan's natural resources
- ...promote the districts assets as vital to the future of the state and vote only for policies that help district citizens and their communities either directly or indirectly.
- ...be a voice of reason, working to bring people from both sides of the aisle together to accomplish common goals, embrace new ideas and encourage reform.
Judy Truesdell will tell legislative colleagues that she was sent to Lansing to do one job – represent the people of her district.
