Representative Eric Meyer and State Senate Candidate Rita Dickinson get a little help from their friends on a recent Saturday morning as they work to qualify for the ballot as candidates for election in Legislative District 11.



A letter from Eric Meyer

Dear Friends,

Over the past year I have proudly served as a member of the Arizona State Legislature. I have worked to find sensible solutions to the challenges facing our state. In these tough economic times, having the knowledge and vision to address the state's budget deficit while protecting jobs, education and public safety is vital. Since taking office, I have also learned the importance of having strong advocates for education and healthcare at the State Legislature. As both a physician, with an undergraduate degree in economics, and as a member of the Scottsdale School Board, I have used my knowledge and training to advocate for bipartisan solutions to our current budget crisis. We need to ensure that our State Legislature serves as a partner ? not an adversary ? to schools, educators and children. It is also important to understand the complexities of our healthcare system, as the choices that are made at the legislative level directly affect the care available to our citizens.

Unfortunately, like many Arizonans, I believe that our state is headed in the wrong direction. I have not supported many of the budget decisions that were made this legislative session. Most were short-sighted and will undermine Arizona's ability to grow out of the recession. We have borrowed, mortgaged and rolled over all that we can as a state. In most cases, we have targeted children and the most needy when making cuts.

I must tell you, however, that I am not ready to give up on a better Arizona. My own two children, Sophie and Clay, first inspired my passion for public service. As a school volunteer, a school board member, and now, as a state legislator, my vision for all children continues to be that they have the opportunity to grow up in a state with safe communities, affordable healthcare and quality education ? and for that reason, I have decided to run for re-election to the Arizona State House of Representatives.

Just over one year ago, I ran a 16-week write-in campaign and won a House seat in District 11. I needed your help then and I need your help now. Financial and volunteer support will be critical in my efforts to reach out to the voters in District 11. To volunteer or to donate to my campaign, visit my website at: www.EricforAz.com. And please, tell your neighbors and friends. Invite them to get involved.

Thank you so much for your support.

Eric Meyer M.D.


7765 N. Foothill Dr. S.
Paradise Valley, AZ. 85253
480-607-0660

ElectEricMeyer@gmail.com
 

House Passes Cruise Vessel Safety Legislation

Read this press release from Congressman Harry Mitchell's office concerning the passage of H.R. 3360, the "Cruise Vessel Safety Act of 2009." In the notice, Harry thanks Ken Carver for his "tireless efforts on this issue." Ken has advocated for cruise safety legislation since his daughter went missing on a cruise to Alaska in 2004. Ken and his wife, Carol, are residents of District 11. Many of us appreciate Carol's dedication to the voters in the Rockridge Precinct, where she served as PC for many years.


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