A Few Endorsements

Here is a list of a few endorsements that have come through the inbox:

Joe Hoeffel and Ruth Damsker, Democratic candidates for Montgomery County commissioner, were endorsed by the Intelligencer on Nov. 2. One paragraph:

Still, we think it's time for the Democrats to be given the opportunity to demonstrate their brand of leadership. In Hoeffel, the Dems have a true champion. Of the four candidates, Hoeffel inspires the most trust and confidence. He has a long history of public service (not only as a former county commissioner but also as a former state representative and congressman) and speaks knowledgeably of what the Democrats hope to accomplish if given the chance. Damsker, while she has voted mostly with the Republican majority during her tenure as minority commissioner, is part of the Democratic team that vows a different way of doing business, a more open, aggressive and pro-active approach than the Republicans have followed.

The Morning Call endorsed Democratic candidates for Bucks County commissioner, Diane Marseglia and Steve Santarsiero on Oct. 31. One paragraph:

Mr. Santarsiero has extensive experience with land use issues in Lower Makefield. Ms. Marseglia is well-versed in human services because she is employed as a social worker. Their townships' boards of supervisors have worked in a bipartisan fashion and also have made significant strides with environmental issues.

The Inquirer's list of endorsements from Oct. 30 is here.

Democratic candidate for Montgomery County District Attorney, Peter Amuso, has been endorsed by CeaseFirePA.

Not exactly an endorsement, but a "Broadsides" column by Deede Formichella was slated to appear in last Thursday's Main Line Life noting the positive qualities of John Nagle, Democratic candidate for Radnor's 5th ward. In part:

To begin with, Nagle’s no public service neophyte. He’s been a concerned resident for over twenty years and has been engaged in local leadership for thirteen years as a member of the Parks and Recreation Board. One of the most important issues he confronted there was the use of pesticides and herbicides on our township’s playing fields. Since hundreds of our kids enroll in soccer, Little League, and other sports that are played outdoors, the elimination of those “cides” is a tremendous health plus. Ask any parent who has a son or daughter suffering from asthma or allergies.

In addition, he’s one of the founders of the Radnor Conservancy and is currently its treasurer. Years ago, he fought for the creation of the Radnor Trail- a topic that was divisive, controversial, and not easily understood when it was initially presented. Furthermore, he became the first Chair of the Environmental Advisory Committee, a sub-committee of the Board of Health.