Letter to the editor: Send Ahlers back to Pierre
Dan Ahlers is a candidate for re-election to the South Dakota House of Representatives from the 25th legislative district. The chance to send Dan back to Pierre to represent those of us who live in his district is an opportunity which should not be missed. Elections provide voters with the option of keeping or replacing the officials who conduct the people’s business. Retaining Dan Ahlers as our advocate in the House is not only a plus for the residents of his district but also for the people of South Dakota as a whole.
Dan is a member of the Democratic Party but has been and will continue to be an effective spokesman for all of the citizens of this state. The fact that Dan is an incumbent and has proven to be an extremely effective legislator is yet another reason to make sure that he stays in Pierre.
To have a significant impact in South Dakota’s legislative bodies as a member of the minority party is no small accomplishment. To be respected, heard from, and listened to as a Democratic representative is a status Dan has earned through intelligence, diligence, and an approach to public office which has made him respected and well-liked by colleagues of both parties. Today’s polarity and divisiveness in government has made keeping hard-working representatives who have the skills and personality to work in a bipartisan fashion for the common good more important than ever.
A vote for the re-election of Dan Ahlers is a vote for the good and betterment of our state. Don’t miss your opportunity on Nov. 6 to retain an asset to government in the State of South Dakota.
Marlowe and Susan Hovey
Dell Rapids
