Our community deserves a nonpartisan campaign focused on ideas of local importance, not political tactics. The Unite Sleepy Hollow team remains committed to running a positive, fact-based campaign that puts residents first – addressing the challenges and opportunities that truly matter to the people of our Village.
When confronted with a public endorsement of the Unite Sleepy Hollow team by registered Democrats, our opponents filed a formal complaint with the Westchester County Fair Campaign Practices Committee, a group formed to encourage honesty and civility in local elections. The USH team wears as a badge of honor such public endorsements, as well as the private support of many other registered Democrats. We have also received the public endorsement of the local Police Benevolent Association and many other village employees. The only public endorsements received by our opponents are those of party politicians and groups from outside our village. Their petty complaint appears indicative of how they would govern.
To be clear, our advertisement was never meant to mislead. Its sole intention was to inform people that we are indeed supported by residents who are affiliated with all political parties, including Democrats. We simply want people to know that it does not matter whether you are affiliated with any particular party; we will work with, and for, all residents. Our only goal is to build a stronger, fairer and more vibrant Sleepy Hollow, together. We do not see this election as a steppingstone for our own political advancement and seek only to support our fellow residents.
We will continue to speak directly with voters about how we can work together to keep Sleepy Hollow a safe and welcoming community – for all.
Sincerely,
Jim Husselbee
Trustee and Candidate for Mayor of Sleepy Hollow
