I would like to thank Ralph Stacey on his kind words in his concession letter. Ralph ran a clean and hard fought campaign and deserves a lot of credit for his efforts. I did like some of his ideas and will try to use them in the near future.
Shopping in Oswego County helps all county residents.
I would like to thank the voters of the 20th Legislative District for the confidence that they have shown me in my campaign and for my re-election to the legislature. I truly am humbled and honored by their continued support. I pledge to redouble my work for the taxpayers of Oswego County to grow our economy, fight crime and insist on good government.
I want to take a moment, first and foremost, to congratulate Councilor-Elect Jim Myers on his victory. I have had the opportunity to meet Jim in person, and after speaking to him I feel that he will represent you well on the Fulton Common Council.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the voters in the 25th District of the county of Oswego in the city of Fulton for their vote of confidence in me to elect me to be their public servant in the county legislature as their county legislator for the 25th District.
I would like to thank all the people who answered their door to speak with
me as I was out campaigning. Their words of support were very humbling. I know that there are constituents who I did not get to see, but I want you to know that I am concerned about your views and input, no matter what party you belong.
When you read a letter to the editor, such as Mr. Francis Rhines’ against Legislator Doug Malone you except it to be an honest complaint. You would be wrong. Mr. Rhines has lied to the residents of Doug Malone’s district, the 20th.
It was a week ago, on Oct. 19, that my mother passed away rather unexpectedly. My wife and I would like to thank everyone for their kind thoughts and condolences. Many of you sent cards and notes. They are much appreciated. Some even donated to the Oswego County Humane Society in my mother’s memory.
State Senator Patty Ritchie endorses the Fulton Legislator
For anyone who may have read the letter about me in the media, I want you to be aware that the letter, from Francis Rhines, claiming to be one of my constituents, is a fake letter.
There is no Francis Rhines living in my district and the only Francis Rhines registered to vote in Oswego County resides in West Monroe.
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