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lacking in arts classes more than ever. Of-
ten, students find themselves unconvinced
that they should even attend their classes.
By providing classes that grab stu-
dents’ interest, I argue that attendance, and
therefore graduation, will go up. Only a
few years ago, photography classes were
offered at my school. Post budget cuts,
only two arts classes have survived. I have
taken both the art classes available to me.
However, I am interested more in pho-
tography and cinematography. There are
no classes offered that would fit or even
come close to suiting my interests. Al-
though I understand the academic drive
of my school, students who would find
themselves more attentive in an arts class
should be made a priority.
Public schools should strive to be all-
inclusive and acknowledge what appeals to
the community.
Indigo Amarys
South Eugene High School
Eugene
INDEPENDENT PERSPECTIVE
I endorse Emily Semple for the Ward
1 seat on Eugene City Council. I have
known Emily as a downtown resident and
neighbor for many years. I can attest to
her dedication regarding many important
neighborhood concerns.
To diversify the voices on the council,
Emily will bring a new independent per-
spective and be another woman on the job.
Emily’s presence will bring a fresh start
for constituents who have grown distrust-
ful of city government, e.g., council mis-
steps such as City Hall, South Willamette
rezoning and the Urban Renewal district.
She has actively supported keeping Kesey
Square a public open space.
Emily Semple will work to hold city
government accountable and minimize
top-down decision making. She will con-
tinue to support our low-income and
homeless residents by lobbying for shelter
solutions and for increased social services
with human rights for all people.
Be sure to vote in November. To elect
a new voice in our civic conversations, the
choice is Semple.
Cary Thompson
Eugene
BRISSENDEN FOR LANE
COUNTY
As election time draws near, I would
like to remind readers that Florence and all
Lane County residents will be voting for a
Lane County Justice of the Peace, serving
here in Florence.
I would also like to remind others that
we have an excellent candidate already ful-
filling the Lane County Justice of the Peace
position.
Judge Rick Brissenden has been Flor-
ence’s Municipal Court Judge for the past
18 years. Due to a vacancy, Brissenden
was appointed justice of the peace begin-
ning March 1, 2016, where he has been
handling all of the JP duties as well as the
Municipal Court. He will serve out that ap-
pointment as JP until December 31, 2016,
no matter who wins this election.
There is no reason to remove an expert
who is doing his job and replace him with
a however well-meaning citizen who will
have to be trained for the position at tax-
payer expense. Plus, there would no doubt
be a learning curve to bring another can-
didate up to the speed and expertise of an
18-year judge.
Brissenden has concrete ideas for help-
ing bring services to more people in other
parts of Lane County, not just to serve
Florence, and he has the network and
know-how to get the job done.
If it’s not broken, why pay to fix it?
Please join me in voting for Judge Rick
Brissenden for Lane County justice of the
peace and help all of us have access to a
just, experienced, knowledgeable judge.
Mary Beth Rawlins
Florence
Saturday, Oct 22
Doctor! Doctor!
10 am & 1 pm at The Shedd!
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Bonham
Sun Oct 23
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Brockett
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