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Letter writer: Most newcomers fail to respect or appreciate WNC natives
“How unfortunate it is that most newcomers here can neither appreciate nor respect the lifestyle and ethics of the people native to the area.”
Letter writer: An anthem for Asheville
‘Joni Mitchell’s ‘Big Yellow Taxi’ would fit just fine.’
Letter writer: Eastern European article shows we are ‘all one’ human family
“I am grateful to live in a community and a country that embraces diversity.”
Letter writer: Teachers shouldn’t be charity cases
“Our teachers should make enough money to afford a decent place to live on their own and shouldn’t be charity cases reliant upon nonprofits to make ends meet. “
Letter writer: How to choose only three City Council candidates?
“Asheville is so lucky to have this lineup of candidates!”
Letter writer: Hunt, Mayfield and Lee impress this environmentalist
“I’m proud to cast my vote for Marc Hunt, Julie Mayfield and Rich Lee.”
Letter writer: Lee supports governmental transparency
“On each issue, Rich has worked to bring the community together and discuss the facts, a refreshing break from the safe talking points we often hear from political campaigns.”
Letter writer: Haynes, Young and Lee have interests of citizens at heart
“This City Council election is pivotal. There are three candidates who have the interests of citizens at heart and three that might not.”
Letter writer: Marc Hunt has advocated for public parks
“If you support greenways and parks in Asheville, please vote for Marc.”
Letter writer: Haynes is passionate about progressive principles
“Given that affordable housing and environmental protection are two of the greatest challenges our city faces, Brian is more than deserving of one of my three votes for City Council.”
Letter writer: Mayfield didn’t represent in water system negotiations
“Julie cannot be trusted to represent us on City Council. What devil would she secretly attempt to cut her next deal with?”
Letter writer: Simerly, Hunt and Mayfield advocate for city residents
“I have seen Lindsey, Marc and Julie tirelessly advocate for the people of Asheville with passion, grace and skill. “
Letter writer: Lee and Haynes have my vote
“I am backing Rich Lee and Brian Haynes because both will be loyal to the people of Asheville, with particular concern to affordability, the overmarketing of Asheville by the hotel industry and listening to what the people want.”
Letter writer: Simerly has experience to make Asheville better for working families
“When I think of what makes Asheville great, I think of Lindsey [Simerly], her experience, her community involvement and passion.”
Letter writer: Rich Lee offers voice of reason for City Council
We need Rich Lee’s patient and humble voice of reason on City Council. We need his vision, financial expertise, political independence and his steady pragmatism. We need passion for smart planning and livability, for consistency and clarity in government, whether permitting new entrepreneurs or standards for big development. Asheville hovers on the brink of tremendous […]
Letter writer: Equality NC backs Hunt, Mayfield and Simerly
“For the City Council race in Asheville, we are endorsing Marc Hunt (at large), Julie Mayfield (at large) and Lindsey Simerly (at large).”
Letter writer: Young, Haynes and Lee are in tune with voters
“We don’t need another building downtown — we need green space, and for Sierra Club to take the side of more development was disappointing.”
Letter writer: Helios Warriors offers holistic therapies to veterans
“Along with the other organizations featured in your article, Helios Warriors helps ensure that the veterans of Asheville, Western North Carolina and beyond have another source of hope and light in their lives.”
Letter writer: Bothwell’s Sierra Club criticism is disappointing
“Good people can disagree on the park versus mixed-use/public plaza discussion. But no one is saying ‘high-rise hotel,’ even though Cecil [Bothwell] keeps propping up that straw man.”
Letter writer: Lot across from Basilica must become park
“The three candidates for City Council who support that green space deserve our support — Brian Haynes, Keith Young and Rich Lee.”