Dr. Ann Diamond is running as an independent for the diverse and large Washington Legislative District 12, Position 1. As an independent, she will not be affiliated with a party platform and is more able to represent the varied interests of our district. She can more readily promote legislation that best represents the people of the district, both Republican, Democrat and the rest. Her medical expertise in problem-solving workable solutions will benefit us as individuals, communities, and our economy.

Ann has met individuals, community groups, business and agriculture interests, and government since she decided to run in January. She has canvassed from the Canadian border to the district’s southern edge of the Grand Coulee area, greater Wenatchee and Leavenworth. She has been on the road more than she has been at home for the last nine months. She has listened to us, and she knows what will benefit our area. Most importantly, she knows what matters to us.

Ann’s platform includes state improvements to affordable health care, because it is unjust that medical costs can bankrupt families. She believes the state can deliver more opportunities for skilled workers and a livable wage. She will work to ensure the state Legislature conducts business on time and with transparency. She will work to rekindle compromise in the state Legislature — a common-sense solution that represents the widest interests for us all. For more information, go to http://www.diamond4house.com.

Please vote for Ann Diamond and a new approach to government that benefits us all.

Stephanie Brands

Winthrop