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Page 2 The Skanner October 19, 2016 ® Challenging People to Shape a Better Future Now Opinion Bernie Foster Founder/Publisher Bobbie Dore Foster Executive Editor Jerry Foster Advertising Manager Christen McCurdy News Editor Patricia Irvin Graphic Designer Arashi Young Reporter Monica J. Foster Seattle Oice Coordinator Susan Fried Photographer 2016 MERIT AWARD WINNER The Skanner Newspaper, es- tablished in October 1975, is a weekly publication, published every Wednesday by IMM Publi- cations Inc. 415 N. Killingsworth St. P.O. Box 5455 Portland, OR 97228 Why We Must Vote On November 8 By The Skanner News XV Amendment to the U.S. Constitution Section 1 “The right of citizens of the United states to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of race, color, or previous conditions of servitude.” W ith less than a month to go until Nov. 8, early voting is open- ing in states across the country. Never mind the talking heads — it’s inally time for we the voters to have our say. Yet for many Americans it is hard to feel enthusiastic. We want to elect leaders we can trust to deliver policies that beneit ordinary men and women. We want leaders we can believe in and who believe in us, the American people. We want inspirational lead- ers. We want trustworthy pol- iticians. That’s what we want. Yet what we seem to be getting is an endless stream of insults, threats and accusations. The 2016 election seems uglier and dirtier than ever. Here at The Skanner News, we understand the feeling. But it’s not an excuse to not vote. Your vote is important. Politics is a long game — we must look at what our choic- es now mean for the future. Our ancestors knew that life would be better for future generations if they voted. They endured denial of their right to vote by those who saw it as a threat to their power. We must honor their ight for equal rights under the law. And it should be with pride that we cast our votes in the November election. You may expect the worst. But vote. You may feel disappointed. But vote. You may have to study the issues. But vote. We have to vote to keep our leaders accountable because the more of us who vote, the better the results will be. There is power in numbers and there is power in our votes. African Americans and Latino voters will determine the results of this election. This week The Skanner is publishing endorsements. We hope you will vote with us, but if you disagree we still want you to vote. Vote your pocketbook. Vote your best interest. Vote for the common good. Just vote. Our democracy is not per- fect, but it is the best system we have. Telephone (503) 285-5555 Fax: (503) 285-2900 info@theskanner.com www.TheSkanner.com The Skanner is a member of the National Newspaper Pub lishers Association and West Coast Black Pub lishers Association. All photos submitted become the property of The Skanner. We are not re spon sible for lost or damaged photos either solicited or unsolicited. ©2016 The Skanner. All rights re served. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission prohibited. Local News Paciic NW News World News Opinions Jobs, Bids Entertainment Community Calendar RSS feeds BE A PART OF THE CONVERSATION #SkNews The Skanner News 2016 Candidate Endorsements US PRESIDENT US SENATE Hillary Clinton Hillary Clin- ton has demon- strated, before ever running for oice, high values and a consistent de- sire to help the poor and mar- ginalized — not only in the united states but in other countries, such as Haiti. Her concern for women and families and work on their behalf is a hallmark of her legacy in politics. Clinton is an indisputably strong leader who has demonstrated her knowledge and ability to work on issues of domestic and foreign afairs. She is rock solid on securing a $15-per-hour minimum wage, afordable health care, jobs for working families, and support- ing thriving businesses, large and small. She is a staunch supporter of the voting rights bill, and has fought for civil rights all her life. There is a reason so many Af- rican Americans support Clinton. She has always supported them and looked out for their best interests, despite being criticized by some. Her opponent, Donald Trump, is not qualiied to be president. There is noth- ing in his resume that shows he has the ability to lead this nation. He wants an America that looks like him, not the America that embraces diversity — the real America we all know and love. Clinton is the level-headed, morally strong leader this country needs. Vote for Hillary Clinton for president of the united states. DISTRICT 3 Ron Wyden Sen. Wyden has been a champion for the interests and values of Oregon. He is at the forefront on most of the hot button issues that confront this country, and can be counted on to speak up for the rights of all peoples. His town hall meetings around the state keep him in touch with citizens and their concerns. He has promoted treatment for opiod addiction, decriminalizing marijuana laws, advocated for cyber se- curity and recently introduced a bill that would require presidential candidates to release their tax returns for public scru- tiny. And much more. We urge voters to send Wyden back to Washington. US HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 1 Suzanne Bonamici Earl Blumenauer Running opposed. un- DISTRICT 5 Kurt Schrader GOVERNOR STATE OF OREGON Kate Brown We believe Kate Brown has the leadership qualities and values that we want to see in our governor. Be it jobs, educa- tion, health care, afordable hous- See CANDIDATE ENDORSEMENTS on page 3
