Friday, October 01, 2010

Hickman in the Press

House District 82

Hickman would speak for people, not corporations

Build local economy, invest in food

By Judy Yeaton | Sep 30, 2010

Winthrop — Democrat Craig Hickman says he’s running for the Maine House of Representatives because “it’s time for a new beginning.” Up against incumbent Rep. Pat Flood, R-Winthrop, Hickman is competing for the District 82 seat in the Nov. 2 election. If he wins, he’ll represent the citizens of Winthrop and Readfield.

“I’m trying to give people a choice. There are two really good people running for this seat,” Hickman said. “People have a choice and it’s probably going to be a tough choice for some people, and that’s the way it should be in a democracy.”

The organic farmer and co-owner of Annabessacook Farm Bed & Breakfast believes he can bring a fresh voice to the Legislature, one that will speak for the people and not corporations.

“I’m new, I’m bold and I’m blunt. I want to serve the people, and I want to say all the things the people want to say. I feel like I’ll get something done if I start planting the seeds and let the Legislature be accountable to the people,” he said.

“I don’t know everything, but I’m a good listener and I’m a quick study. I want the people to be my library. The people come first.”

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Cross-posted to Hickman in the House

2 comments:

Angelle said...

I found you because of adopto land. My son was born in November 1967 and I can't wait to share you with him! We are both lifelong democrats - thank goodness. Since he was raised by his adoptive families I wasn't sure who he would be! LOL. Best of luck in these trying times.

Beth said...

Go Craig! Give it all you got because your heart and mind are in the absolute right place! I really liked this piece and was so glad to read it!