Piedmont Citizens Head to the Polls to Vote for their Man or Woman, this February 7th, 2012.
The clock is ticking and nerves undoubtably are shot. It has been 6 long months of campaigning. I don’t know how they do it.
Motivate and assemble a team, seek supporters, spread the word, campaign one on one, on the phone, in person, in a store or by knocking on a door. Meetings and more meetings, meet and greet parties, fundraisers, school meetings, parent board meetings and so much more.
This was my first experience being part of a campaign. I can say I learned something new. Which is always one reason why I always like to get involved. I wish all the canidates my very best. I know each and everyone has put their heart and soul into their campaign. As a personal, longtime friend of the McBain family, and one of the board members on Bob’s campaign, I thought I would share why I believe in Bob.
Good Luck to all of the candidates!
You did your best and gave it your all.
In just 45 minutes the polls will close, the parties will begin and the anticipation will be coming to an end.
All I can say is… thankfully it is not me!
Longtime Family Friends
Bob and I at the 2010 Winter Ball and debut of his oldest daughter, Liz.
Why I believe in Bob.
Bob and I come from very different backgrounds. That is what makes life interesting for me. I enjoy meeting new people as well as learning new things about my friends, clients, and colleagues. Hearing their stories.. where they and their families came from, what got them here and what was their life like growing up. I find it so appealing because I am from Piedmont. I grew up in town, went to Wildwood Elementary, PMS then Piedmont Junior High, PHS and Camp Augusta… raised in town since I was three, forming relationships, just as your kids are doing today. My own office is the same exact spot where I went each day after school, at lunch and on the weekends to buy candy for myself and gifts for birthday parties – The Highlander Candy Store as I called it or Springman’s. Not a whole lot has changed. Well, Convenient ( then Bonfaire ) is now Mulberries and we now have Piedmont Play School, Coaches Field and our amazing Witter Field, to name a few.
Bob is different. He was an army brat, traveling from town to town and from school to school. He did not have a sense of community or a group of friends whom he could share memories or the hard knocks of life. Each year it was not uncommon for Bob to have to start all over again — make new friends, try to fit in and find his groove. I think that takes a special person. When asked, “Why are you running?” The answer is always the same – whether Bob is addressing an audience or in our own casual conversation – The answer is the same: he is grateful for the foundation that Piedmont has provided himself and his family and wants to give back.
Why do I believe in Bob for Piedmont City Council?
Simply Put:
1. Compassionate: Bob cares for Piedmont and feels very lucky to have discovered our town.
2. Qualified: Bob comes from a financial background in banking which makes him a highly qualified council member.
3. Proven Track Record: Bob has spent numerous hours volunteering as a coach ( year after year ) and has held various volunteer positions like the Rec Commission. There are many – please see website to learn more. http://www.mcbaincitycouncil.com/about-bob
4. Committed to Our Success: Bob is committed to the success of our town and to each and every generation.
Please vote for Bob.
I know he will listen to your concerns and bring your voice to each council meeting.
He is always available to you.
Thank you for your time.
XOXO! Debbi
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