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Term: Four years. Limit of two terms.

Base Salary: $400,000 per year.

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(Vote for One)

REPUBLICANMitt Romney

DEMOCRATBarack Obama

GREEN PARTYJill Stein

LIBERTARIAN PARTYGary Johnson

UNITED STATES SENATORJOB DESCRIPTIONThe U.S. Constitution

prescribes that the Senate be composed of two Senators

from each State (therefore, the Senate currently has 100 Members) and that a Senator must be at least thirty years of age, have been a citizen of the United States for nine years, and, when elected, be a resident of the State from which he or she is chosen. A Senator’s term of office is six years and approxi-mately one-third of the total membership of the Senate is elected every two years.

The Senate has several exclusive powers not grant-ed to the House, including consenting to treaties, a precondition to their ratifica-tion consenting or confirm-ing appointments of Cabinet secretaries, other federal executive officials, military officers, regulatory officials, ambassadors, and other federal uniformed officers, as well as trial of federal officials impeached by the House.

Term: 6 yearsSalary: $174,000(Vote for 1) QUESTION: “What would

you do to improve protection and enforcement of our land, air, and water quality laws?”

REPUBLICANTom Smith (Plumcreek

Township, Armstrong Co.) (No response received)

DEMOCRATBob Casey, Jr. (Scranton,

Lackawanna Co.) (No re-sponse received)

LIBERTARIAN PARTYRayburn Smith (Clarion

Co.) (No response received)

ATTORNEY GENERALDuties: The basic duties of

the attorney general, as out-lined by the Commonwealth Attorneys Act are to: serve as the Commonwealth’s chief law enforcement officer; collect all debts, taxes, and account due to the Common-wealth; represent the Com-monwealth and all agencies in any action brought by or against the Commonwealth; administer the provision relating to consumer pro-tection laws; represent the Commonwealth and its citi-zens in any action brought about for violation of the antitrust laws.

Term: 4 YearsSalary: $152,443 per year(Vote for 1)QUESTION: “If elected,

what do you believe to be your most important priority in this office and how will you pursue it?”

REPUBLICANDavid Freed (Camp Hill

Borough, Cumberland Co.) Web site: www.David-

FreedforAG.comD.O.B: 7.30.1970EDUCATION: 1992, Wash-

ington and Lee University, B.A., 1995, Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law,

OCCUPATION: Cumberland County District Attorney

QUALIFICATIONS: Cum-berland County District

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Attorney, 2005-Present; Cumberland County First District Attorney, 2001-2005; Cumberland County Assis-tant District Attorney, 1998-200; York County Deputy Prosecutor, 1997-1998; Ex-ecutive Committee Member of the Pennsylvania District Attorneys Association.

ANSWER TO QUESTION: The safety of our citizens. I am the only candidate run-ning for Attorney General with the proven ability and extensive experience neces-sary to protect Pennsylvania families, seniors, children, and small business owners from crime and corruption. I have handled thousands of cases during my time as a prosecutor, private practice attorney and District Attor-ney. I am confident that I’ll bring the principled leader-ship and integrity expected of Pennsylvania’s chief law enforcement officer to the office.

DEMOCRATKathleen Kane (Waverly

Twp., Lackawanna Co.) (No response received)

LIBERTARIAN PARTYMarakay Rogers (York

City, York Co.) (No response received)

AUDITOR GENERALJOB DESCRIPTION: The

principal role of the audi-tor general is to determine whether state funds are be-ing used in accordance with the purpose and guidelines that govern each use of the Commonwealth’s dollars. The auditor general con-ducts financial and perfor-mance audits of individuals, state agencies, and organiza-tion that receive state funds, including school districts, state liquor stores, and public employee pensions. These audits are designed to measure how effectively government programs are using public money to meet their stated goals and objec-tives. The office performs more than 6,000 audits each year, and is responsible for auditing all federal funds that are allocated to Penn-sylvania state programs

Term: 4 yearsSalary: $152,443(Vote for 1)QUESTION: “If elected,

what do you believe to be your most important priority in this office and how will you pursue it?”

REPUBLICANJohn Maher (Upper St.

Clair, Allegheny Co.)D.O.B: 11.04.1958EDUCATION: Duke Uni-

versity, A.B., magna cum laude; Oxford University, scholarship studies; Aus-tralian Graduate School of Management, fellowship studies

OCCUPATION: CPA/Legislator

QUALIFICATIONS: Three decades of real world experience as a CPA and business builder. Legisla-tor known for fiscal con-servatism, fighting waste and improving government accountability including open records and lobbying reforms.

ANSWER TO QUESTION: Pennsylvanians deserve to have an auditor general who actually knows how to audit. I am a CPA expert in government accounting and auditing. I have co-authored a textbook about government accounting and taught government auditing to audiences drawn from Pennsylvania and across the world. As the accountant for accountability, I’ve passed laws to increase sunlight—opening government records to the public and forcing lobbyist disclosures. As au-ditor general, I will find and fight waste.

DEMOCRATEugene DePasquale (West

Manchester, York Co.)D.O.B: 08.03.1971EDUCATION: 1993, Col-

lege of Wooster, B.A. 1997, Masters in Public Admin-istration, University of Pittsburgh; 2002, J.D. from

Widener University School of Law

OCCUPATION: Pennsylvania State Rep-resentative, 95th District (York)

QUALIFICATIONS: State Representative, 2007-pres-ent; Deputy Secretary PA Department of Environ-mental Protection (2003-2006); Director of Economic Development, City of York (2002-2003)

ANSWER TO QUESTION: I will order a performance audit of water protection programs to ensure our drinking water is safe. I will also work for middle-class Pennsylvanians, protect-ing education, job-creation programs, and public safety. I will order audits that identify any wasteful and inefficient spending to save taxpayer money and en-able reinvestment in critical programs.

LIBERTARIAN PARTYBetsy Summers (Wilkes

Barre, Luzerne Co.) (No response received)

STATE TREASURERJOB DESCRIPTION:The duty of the Penn-

sylvania Treasurer is to safeguard the Common-wealth’s financial assets, which total more than $120 billion in public monies. The office manages several programs in order to better serve the financial needs of Pennsylvanians. The Trea-sury Department is also responsible for: reuniting unclaimed property with its rightful owner; investigating loss, theft, and fraud involv-ing commonwealth checks; reviewing real estate leases and contracts entered into by commonwealth agencies; maintaining the Pennsyl-vania contracts electronic library. The Treasurer has specific duties in addition to the oversight of the depart-ment: serves as Chair of the Board of Finance and Rev-enue, which selects banks to serve as depositories for state money; sets interest rates paid on common-wealth deposits; hears and decides state tax appeals.

Term: 4 YearsSalary: $152,443(Vote for 1)QUESTION: “If elected,

what do you believe to be your most important priority in this office and how will you pursue it?”

REPUBLICANDiana Irey Vaughan

(Nottingham Twp., Washing-ton Co.)

Web site: http://www.friendswithdiana.com

D.O.B: 08.20.1962EDUCATION: 1981, West

Virginia Business College; business, accounting and legal studies coursework at Fairmont State College and California University of Pennsylvania.

OCCUPATION: Washington County Com-missioner, fifth term, man-aging 52 departments and nearly 1,000 employees and overseeing county-owned nursing home, airport, parks, and bridges.

QUALIFICATIONS: Coun-ty Commissioner, 16 years, led long-range planning re-sulting in job growth; Mem-ber of Washington County Pension Board, managing pension funds of employees and retirees; Member of Washington County Prison Board, overseeing opera-tions of correctional facility which maintains lowest cost per day per inmate in the state.

ANSWER TO QUESTION: As Commissioner, I fought for fiscal responsibility and good government, balancing seven consecutive budgets with no tax increase, keep-ing taxes low, and putting inmates to work in our com-munity. I provided steward-ship for pension funds and formed a strict investment policy statement, with a conservative approach, that met or exceeded industry benchmarks over the past 16 years. I will bring the same discipline and fiscal restraint to serve Pennsyl-vania.

DEMOCRATRobert McCord (Lower

Merion, Montgomery Co.)

Web site: http://www.robmccord.com

D.O.B: 03.15.1959EDUCATION: 1982, Har-

vard, History & Economics; 1989, Wharton School of Business, M.B.A.

OCCUPATION: Pennsylvania State Trea-surer

QUALIFICATIONS: Cur-rent Pennsylvania State Treasurer, 2008-Present; CEO/Chairman and Co-Founder of the Eastern Technology Council; Co-Founder and Managing Director of PA Early Stage Partners; Senior Executive at Safeguard Scientifics, Inc.

ANSWER TO QUES-TION: I will continue to use my business experience to protect taxpayers and invest wisely on their behalf. I won’t allow the office to be distracted by political games of special interest agendas. I will build on our record of success over the last three years and stay fo-cused on creating good jobs and strong public income from investments while making government more accountable and transparent and working collaboratively to find innovative solutions to economic challenges.

LIBERTARIAN PARTYPatricia Fryman (No

response received)

UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE – DISTRICT 6

REPUBLICANJim GerlachADDRESS: Chester

SpringsCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.jimgerlachforcongress.com

DOB: 2/25/1955EDUCATION: Lincoln

High School, Ellwood City, PA (1970-73) B.A., Political Science, Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA (1973-1977) Law Degree, Dickinson School of Law, Carlisle, PA (1977-1980)

OCCUPATION: Member of Congress, first elected in 2002. Previously served in Pennsylvania’s House of Representatives and later the State Senate.

QUALIFICATIONS: My years of service in Congress and the state legislature. Representing southeast Pennsylvania has given me valuable insight into the needs of our job creators, taxpayers and various communities throughout the district. I have built a solid record of helping the families and communities of the 6th District.

ANSWER: Non-partisan publications have found that my voting record has for years been one of the most independent in Con-gress. My overriding goal in public service has been to reduce spending, ease the tax burden on fami-lies, and ensure we have a positive tax and regula-tory climate that allows businesses to grow, builds opportunity and creates jobs. And that goal precisely mirrors the desire of my constituents.

DEMOCRATManan TrivediADDRESS: Birdsboro, PA CAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.trivediforcongress.com

DOB: 5/22/1974EMAIL: info@trivedifor-

congress.comEDUCATION: Boston

University (B.A.) Boston University School of Medi-cine (M.D.) University of California - Los Angeles (Master of Public Policy)

OCCUPATION: Primary Care Physician

QUALIFICATIONS: Fmr. Lt. Cmdr. US Navy Health Policy Advisor to Navy Sur-geon General

ANSWER: Constituents of the 6th district know that the most important is-sue facing them now is ob-taining a good-paying job so they can support their families, and that is exactly what members of Congress were sent there to help create. Unfortunately, we find too many in Washing-ton who have become more focused on pushing an agenda of self-interest and partisanship, and we’re all

paying the price. In Con-gress, I will be committed to getting things done and finding solutions that meet the needs of everyone in my district.

US HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES – DISTRICT 7

REPUBLICANPatrick L. MeehanADDRESS: Drexel HillCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.meehanforcongress.com

DOB: 10/20/1955EDUCATION: 1978,

Bowdoin College, B.A. 1986, Temple University School of Law, J.D.

OCCUPATION: Member of Congress representing the residents of Pennsylvania’s 7th District

QUALIFICATIONS: Dis-trict Attorney of Delaware County, 1996-2001 US At-torney for Eastern District of Pennsylvania, 2001-2008 Representative in the United States Congress, 2011-Pres-ent

ANSWER: I first ran for Congress because Wash-ington was not listening to the needs of Pennsylvania’s families. They are tired of the fingerpointing and the needless partisanship. They want results, and they’re right to. That’s why I have worked every day with Democratic and Republican allies to spur job creation, balance our budget and pro-tect hardworking taxpayers in Pennsylvania. If entrusted with your vote, the priorities of the 7th District will drive my agenda in Congress.

DEMOCRATGeorge BadeyADDRESS: St. David’s CAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.Badey.comDOB: 12/991958EDUCATION: 1979,

University of Pennsylvania, B.A., 1982, Villanova Univer-sity, J.D.

OCCUPATION: Founding partner/Attorney at Badey, Sloan and DiGenova, P.C.

QUALIFICATIONS: I have been an attorney in private practice since 1982 (30 years) representing working people and families. I have served as the vice-chair and chair of the Radnor Town-ship Democratic Commit-tee for over 8 years. I am involved in the community as a saxophone player in the Mummers Parade since the age of 13 in 1971 and am a member of the Fralinger String Band. Since 2008, I represented, pro bono, the mummers when the parade was under threat of cancel-lation. I founded the “Save the Mummers” Fund, and remain Chairman of the Board of the Fund, which is dedicated to preserving the tradition.

ANSWER: Elected of-ficials should reflect the desires of their constituents. Pennsylvania is a diverse state and the needs of one area can be extremely dif-ferent to the next.

UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE – DISTRICT 16

REPUBLICANJoseph PittsADDRESS: Kennett

SquareCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.joepittsforcongress.com

DOB: 10/10/1939EDUCATION: MEd, Com-

prehensive Science, West Chester University, 1972 BA, Philosophy and Religion, Asbury College, 1961

OCCUPATION: U.S. Rep-resentative (PA-16)

QUALIFICATIONS: U.S. Representative, 1997-pres-ent Representative, Penn-sylvania House of Rep-resentatives, 1973-1997 Owner/Operator, Landscape Nursery, 1974-1990 Teacher, Great Valley High School, Malvern, PA, 1969-1972 Cap-tain, U.S. Air Force, Viet-nam, 1963-1969

ANSWER: On our big-gest issues, the answer is, unfortunately, “no” Energy prices, entitlement security, and our $16 trillion debt are all problems that can only be solved when both parties work together for the good of the nation. Partisanship has prevented action on

these and other key issues for too long. On these issues the solutions are fairly clear. We just need leaders with the courage to stop accusing and start doing.

DEMOCRATAryanna StraderADDRESS: 103 Pennfield

DriveCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.straderforcongress.orgDOB: 11/23/1982EDUCATION: Bachelors

Degree, DeVry University, Business Administration, Operations Management Master’s Degree, Keller Graduate School of Manage-ment, MBA, Project Manage-ment

OCCUPATION: President/CEO of Arydan LLC- Infor-mation Technology Software Consultant

QUALIFICATIONS: Iraq War Veteran, Small Business Owner, Mom of two

ANSWER: Yes. We elect our representatives to office to reflect the desires of the voters from within the dis-trict as well as how national issues will impact our com-munity.

BFC PARTY James Bednarski Lan-

caster Co. (No response received)

INDEPENDENTJohn Murphy Chester

Co. (No response received)

PA STATE SENATOR - DISTRICT 9

REPUBLICANDominic F. PileggiADDRESS: ChesterCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.dominicpileggi.com DOB: 12/15/1957EDUCATION: JD, Villa-

nova School of Law, 1982; BA, Economics, St. Joseph’s University, 1979

CURRENT OCCUPATION: Attorney; Pennsylvania Sen-ate Majority Leader

QUALIFICATIONS: Advi-sory Board, Chester Salva-tion Army; Trustee, Saint Joseph’s University; Former Trustee Lincoln University; Senator, Pennsylvania Sen-ate, 2002-present; Former Mayor, Councilman, and School Board Member

ANSWER: Pennsylvania is an extremely diverse state, both geographically and socially, and I believe our job as legislators under our representative form of government is to reflect the desires and interests of the individuals within our re-spective legislative districts. I have worked on behalf of local residents as an advo-cate of open space, afford-able energy, low taxes, job creation, and fiscal respon-sibility, as well as led efforts to increase openness and transparency in government.

DEMOCRATPatricia WorrellADDRESS: ChesterCAMPAIGN WEBSITE: In

ProgressDOB: 4/3/1960EDUCATION: Boston

High School, Business Administration/Finance Emmanuel College, Foun-dations of Financial Man-agement Harvard Business School Extension, Paralegal Studies Brookline Adult Education, Modern Real Estate Practices

OCCUPATION: Business Owner, Handy-Lady Clean-ing Services, Plus, LLC Real Estate Broker

QUALIFICATIONS: As a Parent I understand edu-cation must be a priority. I believe our society, communi-ties, economic structure and family values, are based and built on the quality of our public education. As a Real-tor I understand the need for policies that promote respon-sible, sustainable homeown-ership, which will in turn support overall economic recovery. As a Businesswom-en I understand job creation and fiscal responsibility! As a Woman I support fair and equal opportunities and equal rights!

ANSWER: No. Recent leg-islation that is being passed through the House and Sen-ate does not reflect the de-sires of the voters, because the Bills just does not make

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any good common sense! Some elected officials have forgotten Article 1 Section 2 of the constitution regard-ing political powers that says, All power is inherent in the “people”, and all free governments are founded on their authority and instituted for their peace, safety and happiness. They have also forgotten Article 6 Section 3 regarding the oath of office which says “...I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support, obey and defend the Constitution of the United States, and the Constitution of this Com-monwealth, and that I will discharge the duties of my office with fidelity” meaning with accuracy and truth.

PA STATE SENATE - DISTRICT 19

REPUBLICANChristopher J. AmentasADDRESS: East Fallow-

fieldDOB: 7/31/75EDUCATION: Graduated

Boston College 1997 Eng-lish degree and Villanova University School of Law in 2001.

OCCUPATION: AttorneyQUALIFICATIONS: Civil

litigation attorney specializ-ing in solving legal problems that vex individuals, local businesses, and our commu-nities. I was elected an East Fallowfield Township Su-pervisor in 2008, and chosen by my colleagues to serve as Chairman of the Board in 2010 and 2011.

ANSWER: My number one priority if elected is to im-prove economic conditions for the residents of the 19th District. I will do this pri-marily by working to make Pennsylvania the ideal loca-tion for small businesses to achieve success; specifi-cally, by working to lower PA’s corporate tax rates, continuing to phase out the capital stock and franchise tax, and eliminating regula-tions whose costs outweigh their benefits to the public. This will both strengthen our existing businesses and attract new businesses to the region. More businesses means more jobs, higher property values, and higher state income tax revenues, revenues which may be reinvested in our local com-munities.

DEMOCRATAndrew DinnimanADDRESS: ExtonCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.andydinniman.comDOB: 10/10/44EDUCATION: University

of Connecticut, B.A. Po-litical Science University of Maryland, M.A. History Pennsylvania State Univer-sity, D.Ed. Education

OCCUPATION: State Senator

QUALIFICATIONS: Cur-rent Experience; State Sena-tor Minority Chair, Senate Education Committee State Board of Education Ben Franklin Technology De-velopment Authority Past Experience: Chester County Commissioner Downing-town Area School Board Chester County Conserva-tion District

ANSWER: State legisla-tors need to reflect the interests of both their local district and the state as a whole. This requires the ability to stand firm on is-sues vital to local concerns and be willing to responsi-bly negotiate with others to find common ground on issues vital to the state. Of-ten, the work in Harrisburg requires molding various interests into a larger state interest that will be a win-win situation for all.

PA STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES – DISTRICT 13

REPUBLICANJohn Lawrence ADDRESS: Franklin

TownshipDOB: 6/15/78EDUCATION: The Penn-

sylvania State University -

BS Marketing, 2000OCCUPATION: Financial

Professional / State Repre-sentative

QUALIFICATIONS: Life-long resident of Southern Chester County, State Rep-resentative 2010 to present,

Active in local community organizations

ANSWER: Over the past two years, I’ve worked to bring jobs to our area and improve the local economy, while leading by example on the issue of government re-form by declining a taxpayer funded pension and state car. My priority has been and will continue to be the people of Southern Chester County.

DEMOCRATEric SchottADDRESS: West GroveCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.ourbestschott.comDOB: 09/20/52EDUCATION: B.S., West

Chester University M.S., West Chester M.A., Univer-sity of Delaware

OCCUPATION: Teacher, Avon Grove SD

QUALIFICATIONS: Mem-ber and former Chair, Lon-don Grove Township Park and Recreation Board Chair, Township Vacancy Board 38-year public high school teacher -- educated more than 5,000 area students 36-year resident of southern Chester County

ANSWER: Both. A State Representative has a re-sponsibility to advocate for their constituents and communities in Harrisburg; I will do so tirelessly if elected. We are also a Com-monwealth, and elected officials have an obligation to move our entire state for-ward with fair policies that provide every Pennsylvanian the chance to prosper. That means fighting for good public schools and afford-able college tuition, pre-serving our state’s agricul-tural heritage, and tackling infrastructure challenges to support economic growth.

PA STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES - DISTRICT 26

REPUBLICANTim HennesseyADDRESS: PottstownCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.votehennessey.comDOB: 11/4/1947EDUCATION: St. Pius

X High School Pottstown 1965 St. Joseph’s University Philadelphia 1969 BS in Marketing and Management Villanova Law School 1972 Juris Doctorate

OCCUPATION: Full time legislator

QUALIFICATIONS: I have a legal degree. I was a Public Defender for 20 years and also was a Municipal Solicitor for North Coven-try Township for 15 years before becoming a State Representative. I have 20 years in my current position as State Representative.

ANSWER: I try to prop-erly reflect the thoughts and attitudes of my constituents in the votes I cast in Har-risburg and in public posi-tions I take in speeches and remarks at both public and private events. Having been re-elected several times, I believe that I’ve satisfied the voters by my actions. While no one can make every constituent happy all the time, I try to listen to all points of view and then use those conversations to cast an informed and thoughtful vote.

DEMOCRATMike HaysADDRESS: Spring CityCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.electmikehays.comDOB: 07/31/1981EDUCATION: Bachelor’s

Degree in Business Manage-ment - Widener University, 2005

OCCUPATION: Produce buyer - independent grocery store

QUALIFICATIONS: * 28-year Pennsylvania resident * Local elected official (2009), Spring City Borough Council * Two-year chairman of the wastewater/sewer commit-tee, Spring City * Member, Spring City Public Library Board of Trustees * Former journalist with experience

covering legislation in two state capitals

ANSWER: Pennsylvania is made up of more than 2,000 municipalities and 67 counties. The needs of urban and rural areas will always differ, to an extent. The main responsibility of a state representative is to advocate for his/her district, and to reflect the desires of the majority of voters. A good lawmaker must also vote his/her conscience in all matters.

PA STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES - DISTRICT 155

REPUBLICANBecky CorbinADDRESS: DowningtownCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.VoteBecky.comDOB: 11-18-52EDUCATION: Chatham

University, B.S., Chemistry OCCUPATION: CandidateQUALIFICATIONS: Work-

ing 21 years as a legislative aide, I gained firsthand knowledge and understand-ing of the challenges facing state government. A 35-year resident, Zoning Board member, Police Commis-sioner, and volunteer in my community, I am thoroughly familiar with issues impact-ing the residents of this district.

ANSWER: While Penn-sylvania is a large, diverse Commonwealth, rarely do the interests of the district conflict with the needs of the state as it is in ev-eryone’s interest to have a smaller, more efficient and effective state govern-ment. In Harrisburg, I will be a strong advocate for the interests of my local com-munity.

DEMOCRATJosh MaxwellADDRESS: DowningtownCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.joshmaxwell.comDOB: 9/3/1983EDUCATION: B.A. from

West Chester University; Majoring in Political Science with a minor in Interna-tional Business. Pursuing a M.P.A. from the University of Pennsylvania.

OCCUPATION: Mayor of Downingtown

QUALIFICATIONS: I grew up in Downingtown, gradu-ated from the Downingtown Public School System, and spent 3 years on the Down-ingtown Planning Com-mission before running for Mayor in 2009. For the past three years I have overseen our police and volunteer fire departments while working with Borough Council to revitalize our community.

ANSWER: The actions of elected officials should reflect the desires of their constituents as well as the needs of the state, but sadly that has not often been the case in Harrisburg. When legislators slash education funding, driving up prop-erty taxes, they are avoid-ing their responsibility and passing the burden on to municipalities. As Mayor of Downingtown, I have passed multiple budgets that required tough decisions. Decisions I had to make for the good of my constituents.

PA STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES - DISTRICT 156

REPUBLICANDan TruittADDRESS: East GoshenWEBSITE: www.dantruitt.

comDOB: 1968EDUCATION: BS Electri-

cal Engineering, Villanova University, 1992 MS Com-puter Science, West Chester University, 1999

OCCUPATION: PA State Representative, Legislative District #156 President, Truitt Engineering (Industrial Con-trols Engineering)

QUALIFICATIONS: State Representative, 2011 to pres-ent Small Business Owner, 1999 to present Community Volunteer

ANSWER: Elected officials should seek out the intersec-tion between the desires of their constituents and the needs of the state and be pre-pared to negotiate with other elected officials to craft legis-

lation that meets as many of the desires of their constitu-ents as possible while still meeting enough of the needs of the state to reach a con-sensus that is acceptable to all parties.

DEMOCRATBret M. BinderADDRESS: East BradfordWEBSITE: www.bretbind-

erforpa.comDOB: 04-17-79EDUCATION: University of

Pennsylvania - BA Econom-ics, Minors Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering Vil-lanova Law School - JD

OCCUPATION: Attorney - Managing Partner of Binder & Canno, LLC Owner - Pudding Lane, LLC Member - Falls Fit-ness, LLC

QUALIFICATIONS: Bret is a former clerk to the Pennsyl-vania Supreme Court, estab-lished attorney, entrepreneur, and small business owner.

ANSWER: Elected officials need to balance the desires of their District Voters as well as the needs of the state. In the current election, those needs align as we need to protect public education, the environ-ment, encourage economic growth and job creation, and protect our civil liberties.

PA STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES - DISTRICT 157

REPUBLICANWarren KampfADDRESS: PaoliCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.WarrenKampf.com DOB: EDUCATION: Emory

University School of Law, JD Yale University - BA, English

OCCUPATION: State Rep-resentative Attorney

QUALIFICATIONS: Cur-rently serving as State Repre-sentative; former Tredyffrin Township Supervisor where I cut spending by 15% while still delivering essential ser-vices; private sector experi-ence as partner in a law firm

ANSWER: Actions that help job creators spark eco-nomic growth or help reduce costs for taxpayers are ben-eficial to all Pennsylvanians and meet the needs of the state. Other actions may be more district-specific, such as assisting a local municipality or helping a resident or local business deal with a state-re-lated issue. People are often frustrated by seeming ac-tion or inaction on a specific issue, but this is usually the result of different legislators taking positions represen-tative of their district that are diametrically opposed because their districts have different views.

DEMOCRATPaul DruckerADDRESS: PaoliCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.Drucker2012.comDOB:EDUCATION: Bachelor’s

Degree, History - Lehigh University Juris Doctorate - Boston University School of Law

OCCUPATION: AttorneyQUALIFICATIONS: For-

mer Township Supervisor - Tredyffrin Township Board Member, Greater Philadel-phia Phoenixville Chamber of Commerce Board Mem-ber, Transportation Manage-ment Association of Chester County Former State Repre-sentative - 157th Legislative District

ANSWER: I am commit-ted to the needs of the voters of the 157th District. The priority of those voters, and all Pennsylvanians, is jobs and economic recovery. I know that we must invest in education, infrastructure and economic development to create a brighter future for all Pennsylvanians. The current Administration and Legisla-tive Majority in Harrisburg have not made these invest-ments and are out of step with the priorities of Pennsyl-vania’s voters and taxpayers.

PA STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES - DISTRICT 158

REPUBLICANChris RossADDRESS: Kennett

SquareDOB: 11/3/1951EDUCATION: Harvard

UniversityOCCUPATION: State

Representative of PA’s 158th district.

QUALIFICATIONS: State Rep since 1997, London Grove Twp. Supervisor from 1990 to 1996, Owner/manager of manufacturing company in Chester Co for 20 years.

ANSWER: Elected leg-islators should constantly stay in touch with and try to represent their constituents, but they must also use their judgement and experience to anticipate what will serve those constituents best, both now and in the future.

DEMOCRATICSusan RzucidloADDRESS: LandenbergCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.SusanForPa.com DOB: 1/16/1963EDUCATION: Kennett

High School; Associates Degree in Farm Manage-ment - Cazenovia College

OCCUPATION: Co-owner Silent Z Farm since 1987; Founder/executive director SPEAK Unlimited a nonprofit that educates and trains first responders to communicate and serve people with disabilities

QUALIFICATIONS: Co-creator of Pennsylva-nia Premise Alert System gifted to PA in 2008; Par-enting magazine’s Pennsyl-vania delegate to 2012 Mom Congress on Education; Created first PA disability-focused criminal defense attorney list

ANSWER: I am an ad-vocate and I balance the desires of the family, with the needs of the child and what is possible given the confines of reality. I strive to maintain a balance of all three and while that is not easy to do, it is what I do and what I would do as an elected official. That balance is critical in all negotiations and is a skill that is necessary and lack-ing in many in government today.

PA STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES - DISTRICT 167

REPUBLICANDuane MilneADDRESS: MalvernCAMPAIGN WEBSITE:

www.friendsofduanemilne.com

DOB: 6/15/67EDUCATION: Great Val-

ley, k-12 B.A. (Honors), William & Mary Ph.D. (Distinction), University of Delaware

OCCUPATION: State Representative (incum-bent)

QUALIFICATIONS: Advanced initiatives, in a fiscally-prudent man-ner, based on sustaining our high quality-of-life, including: a robust jobs base, highly regarded schools, safe communi-ties, top tier neighbor-hoods and vibrant culture

ANSWER: Enlightened public officials must be statesmen and thought-fully balance both con-siderations. Citizens in a district directly elect a representative, and rep-resentatives have a moral obligation to support the policy preferences of those citizens. This must be balanced with the rec-ognition that state-wide issues can directly affect the district and its citi-zens. Therefore, no repre-sentative can best serve a local district without also taking into consideration how state-wide issues affect one’s local district and citizens.

DEMOCRATRob Broderick (no re-

sponse received)ADDRESS: West Whiteland

Township

PA STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES- DISTRICT 168

REPUBLICANTom Killian

DEMOCRATBeth Alois

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January Program Planning - North and South Program Planning Consensus Board Meeting Final Membership Count to National Legislative Directories & Bookmarks

February Register Voters – High Schools, Mall Commissioners Luncheon Legislative Interviews Board Meeting

March Register Voters Confirm Volunteer Poll Workers VOTERS GUIDE Questionnaire VOTERS GUIDE – Fundraising Naturalization Ceremony Nominating Committee Budget Committee Board Meeting Plan June National Convention Plan June Annual Meeting

April PRIMARY ELECTION Candidate Forums Print VOTERS GUIDE Nominating Committee Budget Committee Board Meeting Plan June National Convention Plan June Annual Meeting

May NC and BC Reports in May VOTER Board Meeting Plan June National Convention Plan June Annual Meeting

June State/National Convention Board Meeting Annual Meeting Mailer for Dues Renewal

July Start of Fiscal Year Plan September Kick-Off Board Meeting

August Naturalization Ceremony

September Kick Off Register Voters – Universities, Mall, etc. Candidate Forums VOTERS GUIDE Questionnaire VOTERS GUIDE – Fundraising Start Membership Directory Board Meeting Naturalization Ceremony

October Register Voters Candidate Forums Print VOTERS GUIDE Board Meeting Plan Holiday Brunch

November GENERAL ELECTION Naturalization Ceremony Distribute Membership Directory Plan Holiday Brunch Board Meeting

December Holiday Brunch Board Meeting

Various committee meetings and House-hold Hazardous Waste events are held throughout the year. VOTER published every month and we register voters all year. Mem-bers and guests welcome at all of our events and activities and we hope that members have the time and the interest to participate.

LWVCC www.palwv.org/chesco

Membership - 610-431-9986 mgrothman@verizon.net

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The success of the League of Women Voters is all about building partnerships and coalitions. We work to establish these relation-ships everyday with our legislators, our voters, our neighbors and most importantly, our members. Become a member, join a com-mittee, or attend and bring a guest to an event. Take advantage of the commitment and knowledge of our members. Our Membership (OPEN HOUSE) Meetings will start again this spring. We can’t wait to meet you and your guests for this opportunity to get to know each other and learn more about the League.

The League of Women VotersRemembering our Powerful History;

Standing Up for Democracy; Protecting our Voting Rights and

Serving Our Community Through Education and Advocacy!

The success of the League of Women Voters is all about building partnerships and coalitions. We work to establish these relationships everyday with our legislators, our voters, our neighbors and most importantly, our members. Become a member, join a committee, or attend and bring a guest to an event. Take advantage of the commitment and knowledge of our members. Our Membership (OPEN HOUSE) Meetings will start again this spring. We can't wait to meet you and your guests for this opportunity to get to know each other and learn more about the League.

If you are a new voter, you will need to prove your identity.

Check www.smartvoter.org for YOUR local ballot for the November 6, 2012 election.

To confirm your registration and polling place www.chesco.org/election

To see a candidate's voting record www.votesmart.org

Check www.smartvoter.org for

YOUR local ballot for the November 6, 2012 election

To confirm your registration and polling place,

go to www.chesco.org/election

To see a candidate’s voting record, go to

www.votesmart.org

League of Women Voters of Chester County

ANNUAL CALENDAR

BOARD President - Susan Carty First VP - Meryle Rothman Second VP - Carol Lorah Bland Secretary - Mary Ciarrocchi Treasurer - Carole Mackrell

DIRECTORS Tina Brogan, Barbara DeWilde Alma Forsyth, Sarah Caspar, Mary Lou Dondero, Dr. Pam Gray Anne Crowley, Susan Fields, Toni Keg

Approved forms of photo identification:• Pennsylvania driver’s license or PennDOT ID card• ID issued by any Commonwealth agency• ID issued by the U.S. Government• U.S. passport• U.S. Armed Forces ID• Student ID• Employee ID

2012-2013 BOARD AND COMMITTEE CHAIRS

BOARD MEETINGS are held the 3rd Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. in West Chester Borough Hall. All members and guests welcome.

COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULED AS NEEDED

If you do not have a photo ID, you can use a non-photo identification that includes your name and address.Approved forms of non-photo identification include: Confirmation issued by the County Voter Registration Office. • Non-photo ID issued by the Commonwealth• Non-photo ID issued by the U.S. Government• Firearm permit• Current utility bill• Current bank statement• Current paycheck• Government check

First-Time Voters are the ONLY voters who need I.D.in the Pennsylvania November 2012 Election

YOU DO NOT NEED AN I.D. TO VOTE ON NOVEMBER 6th UNLESS you are voting for the FIRST TIME.

AND ALL VOTERS WHO APPEAR AT A POLLING PLACE FOR THE FIRST TIME MUST SHOW PROOF OF IDENTIFICATION.

Chester County Voter Services www.chesco.org/election

610-344-6410

League of Women Voters Chester Countywww.palwv.org/chesco

610-644-5960