In attempting to determine distinct differences in our two candidates for District 7 senator, I have observed two issues that really stand out. The first, and most confounding is Sen. Innis’s position on transgender rights. Innis, a gay man who has publicly revealed how he struggled with his sexuality as a young adult, sides with his party on this issue. Dan, I am very sympathetic to the torment you must have suffered in the 70s, even entering into a heterosexual marriage before finding your true being. But isn’t this exactly what young transgender adults are experiencing now and don’t they deserve some protection from becoming political pawns?

The second issue and equally confusing is Sen. Innis’s support of the school voucher program. Again senator, you have earned three degrees as a result of Ohio’s generous public education system and have forged a successful career in public higher education at UNH; and yet you side with Ayotte’s crew who now invite all NH families to get on the school voucher ($45 million) gravy train-state budget deficits for education be damned. Spend 10 minutes with Stu Green and his clarity on these issues and reproductive rights couldn’t be more obvious. Stu clearly sees the need to protect our most vulnerable teenagers and has made the logical connection between school voucher giveaways and higher property taxes. In contrasting both candidates’ views it simply comes down to party versus people. And in this comparison Stu Green clearly excels. Vote Green on Tuesday!

Glen Kerkian

Warner