Wallace listens, is decisive

Published 3:56 pm Friday, October 11, 2013

I am a strong supporter of Kevin Wallace, and I urge you to re-elect Kevin to the Bellevue City Council on Nov. 5.

I have known Kevin for 10 years, and have coffee with him most mornings at the local Starbucks. Kevin is always thoughtful, drives for knowledge and insight, balances bipartisan opinion, and steps up to what he believes.

What I appreciate most, is that Kevin listens, considers and is decisive in his actions. He gives the long-view strategic framework for his opinions. He believes in the value in both political parties, and rises above the usual rhetoric that weighs down the political process.

I have worked directly with Kevin and the Bellevue City Council on the scarring issues of poverty and human trafficking, and Kevin is a passionate defender of women’s rights, and the needs of all who live and work in Bellevue.

I’ve read about opponent Steve Kasner and his “tsunami” approach to public office, and I have no interest nor regard for such bombastic and inflammatory political tactics. We need cool heads, reasoned minds, business acumen, and seasoned executives with strong backbones to lead the Bellevue City Council. We need Kevin Wallace to continue to work tirelessly, compassionately and determinedly on long-term planning for Bellevue and the Eastside.

Karen Olcott, Bellevue