On Nov. 7. I will vote for John Patrick for state representative because he has the understanding, knowledge and experience for the job. He has shown his leadership abilities as past president of our 1,200-member local paperworkers union in Rumford.

John has the endorsement of the Sportsman’s Alliance of Maine and is a lifetime member. He supports hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and all-terrain vehicle use. John understands maintaining Maine’s outdoor heritage.

John also has the endorsement of the Maine Council of Senior Citizens/AFA. That is important, as we have a large community of senior citizens in our district.

John was our town moderator this past spring here in Andover. He did a very professional job, considering it was his first time moderating. These are all issues that are important to me and the people of House District 92. That is why I support John Patrick for state representative.

Richard W. Merrill, Andover