Letter to the Editor: Why I’m supporting Cait Conley

When I met Cait Conley, I recognized something in her that reminded me of why I decided to enter Mount Pleasant politics 5 years ago.  My family moved here to Valhalla from the Bronx in the 1970’s and from my parents and siblings, to an endless number of uncles, aunts, and cousins, our political views ranged from Republican, to Democratic, to Independent; but we were always bound by our values of decency, common sense, and service to our community.

Cait Conley was born in the Hudson Valley and raised by her father who worked in construction, and her mother who worked at the post office. Cait went to school at West Point and graduated at the top of her class. She served 16 years in the Army and deployed 6 times overseas, earning her 3 Bronze Stars. She worked in counter terrorism during the Biden administration,putting her years of education and training to the purpose of keeping American citizens safe.

To me, Cait Conley is an example of what is best about our country,and this is why she is my choice for Congress in CD17. After 25 years in the Valhalla Fire Department, and more recently as the only Democrat on the Mount Pleasant Town Board, I feel I have an understanding of my neighbors and this community. We have different ideas of how to get things done, but every one of us share the values of decency and common sense, and what Cait Conley has demonstrated beyond a shadow of a doubt, is her dedication to serving this country, and our community.

Early voting started June 13th the primary is June 23rd. Cast your vote for Cait!

Joe Bonanno
Councilman
Town of Mt Pleasant

 

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