As she might put it, this women has some nerve. That nerve has served Chelan County well. Stefaniw, it must be remembered, took office in a tempestuous time. The county was split politically, on the edge of financial destitution, and suffering from a prolonged and fruitless dispute with the state and its governor. Stefaniw tackled all these problems with energy and a determined attitude that could be breathtaking.
Few politicians have such ability, to be so creatively blunt and still accomplish their goals.
You can step on a few toes and still gain support. Stefaniw knows how. Mistakes were made, of course, some of them noted on this page, but Stefaniw's missteps never stemmed from lack of effort or insincerity. We can hope for the day when Stefaniw recovers from her illness and returns to exercise these talents again. She says that is extremely unlikely.