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Republican Candidates for 31st Senate District Q&A

Lennie Jarratt, Larry Leafblad and Michael White go on the record to share their priorities.

Lennie Jarratt 1) Although you are chairman of the Lake County Tea Party, the only public office you’ve held is precinct committeeman. Why not start by running for a lower office? Many of the problems faced by families at the local level can only be fixed by Springfield. This office provides the opportunity to do just that. 2) What experience do you possess that makes you qualified for this position? I already have a very good understanding of the property tax and assessment process which will aid me in helping fix the system to end the unsustainable growth in property taxes that are driving people and small business. I have a track record of holding local officials accountable for their actions. I will do the same in Springfield. 3) What …

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Brad Faxton

2:00 pm on Wednesday, November 16, 2011

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