City Council Election: Who Do You Endorse?

You likely will read plenty of my writing in the next few weeks, sharing the opinions, views and background of the seven candidates for the May 8 election.

One thing you won't hear? My opinion.

But I would like to hear yours.

You can write a letter to the editor, outlining your reasons for voting for a certain candidate—or candidates (you get to pick three on May 8, afterall)—and email it to me at sean.welsh@patch.com—or, better yet, enter it as an announcement here.

Unless made by an organization, candidate endorsements likely will be held for weekend publication unless posted directly as an announcement.

One rule: no mudslinging.

Tell us why you are planning to vote for a candidate, not why you aren't voting for another.

Are you very interested in local government or politics? Contribute by joining our Local Voices. Email me for more information.

Patch will begin its election coverage in earnest this week, interviewing candidates and covering the news that comes along the campaign trail.

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The public forums begin this week, as well. Below is a list of election-related forums:

TELL US: Who will you vote for and why? Send an email to sean.welsh@patch.com or post an announcement on your preferred candidate.