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Letter: Vote Sam Swanberg for Superior Court

We have known Sam Swanberg for 23 years. His family is his greatest joy. Sam been a loyal and devoted husband and father for 29 years.

Sam and my husband serve in the Boy Scouts and have gone on many trips together over the years. Whether it is hiking the Ape Caves, building igloos at Spout Springs or rafting the Grand Ronde, Sam’s character shows as he listens and spends time with each youth. His example of patience, kindness and appreciation of nature are a few of the attributes we appreciate the most.

The other day, we finally put our finger on a quality that defines Sam the best: Sam is fair. He has always had a knack for it. He will listen to both sides of any issue and leave personal bias out of his decision-making. He is levelheaded and careful even in stressful circumstances. Being truly fair is a trait that does not come easily for many people. It is an invaluable asset for the position he is seeking.

It is for these reasons that Sam Swanberg would make a great judge in Superior Court. Please join us in voting for Sam Swanberg, Superior Court judge position 2.

Brent and Lynnette Pierce, Pasco

This story was originally published October 30, 2016 at 4:48 AM with the headline "Letter: Vote Sam Swanberg for Superior Court."

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