I have had conversations with both candidates and have checked their voting records. My findings indicate that John Bonacic and his voting record are most similar to Cook's. Bonacic has demonstrated his caring and understanding for the people of this area by supporting rural health care, working for farmers and opposing higher property taxes. His opponent, John Guerin admittedly will vote his own agenda even when he knows that at least 65 percent of his constituency feels otherwise. It is also telling that Bonacic has asked Guerin to debate in the past and that Guerin has refused.
Debate is one of the best means for people to learn about the candidates.
I encourage the voters of Delaware County to check the record for themselves. And, most importantly, vote in the primary. ExP, which is provided through the collaborative efforts of the Family Service Association and Opportunities for Otsego's Child and Family Development Program was welcomed back each fall for the past 15 years. Space was provided for parents to meet and room was also available for child care. By providing us with the use of their facilities, we were able to provide area parents with an opportunity to look at themselves, look at their children and make decisions that would affect their family's lives.