WESTMINSTER — I strongly support Emilie Kornheiser's candidacy and election to the office of state representative.
I had the pleasure of serving with Emilie on the Brattleboro Food Co-op's board of directors and found her to be a clear and thoughtful thinker, very good listener, and team player, able to help build consensus and direction.
I appreciate her leadership style, and believe that she'll be a great representative at the state level.
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