September 2006

Friends:

I want to let you know that I'm pleased to back Jim Soule for City Council in District Three. I believe Jim possesses the leadership and the people skills required to serve folks in that district with distinction. He's smart, deeply knowledgeable, well spoken, and a studious listener. He also possesses the self-confidence it takes to let others air opposing points of view.

I believe in his leadership. And I believe he's got a strong bead on what folks in the city are thinking.

Jim comes from three generations of educators. His father served as Superintendent of Schools in both Falmouth and Portland, then went on to head up the teaching department at USM. A Bowdoin graduate, Jim began teaching at Westbrook High School in 1979. All three of his brothers have worked as teachers at one point in time. And Jim is no stranger to South Portland politics: He served on the Council from 1988 to 1994. Councilors twice elected him Mayor. He now owns and runs A-B.E.S.T. Windows.

Jim will be a wonderful addition to the City Council.And I urge you to lend him your support.

Please contact me if you'd like a sign for your yard or if you'd like to host a "Meet and Greet" at your home for fellow neighbors.

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South Portland/Local News