In the building trades, we know that a solid foundation is the basis of a well built home that will provide comfort and support for the family that occupies that home. In a similar way, a solid foundation in understanding state and local issues and the ability to use that knowledge to work effectively with diverse constituencies is based on having the right person in Augusta. That person is Ellie Goldberg.

Ellie is invested in the well being of our communities. She has spent a substantial amount of time attending public meetings, meeting with town residents, local businesses, elected officials, and representatives of state government – all to better understand and solve problems in our communities.

 There is no way to overstate the importance of having a representative in Augusta who is open to different points of view and has the intellect to work through complex issues to find the right solutions that work for the residents of Appleton, Hope, Union and Warren.

This is why I’m urging my neighbors in Hope and other House District 95 communities to vote for Ellie Goldberg on November 8.  Ellie will be a strong, compassionate and effective voice for us in Augusta. Go Ellie!

Tom Ford lives in Hope