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Sat., June 18, 2016

I am glad that your paper asked for response about whether the paper should endorse or support anyone running for political office. It is the job of media to educate and put forth facts about a person running for any public office, in my opinion. If the paper finds one best qualified for that office, I see no problem with that, as long as the decision is made without prejudice.

We are bombarded with political opinion on a daily basis from TV, radio, newspapers and magazines, not to forget the internet. Our friends and neighbors, co-workers and even pastors all have their opinions. We are surrounded by opinion as well as factual information.

If The Spokesman-Review can provide both, I am all for it. Let the voter decide. There are few enough of them as it is.

Rick Powell

Spokane

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