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Idaho’s unique way of life is very important to
me. I’m running because I believe that we can do more to enrich
our experience as Idahoans to benefit all individuals living in
our State. I will continue the important work that we’ve already
started by standing up for our seniors, children, and the middle
class. Together, we can provide quality education, sustainable
energy solutions, affordable prescription drugs and healthcare
coverage to all folks living in our great State |
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I believe strongly in the mission of the Common Interest.
The goal of government should be finding the best solutions
to problems, apart from the obstacles created by partisan politics.
Sadly, governments in Idaho and across the country have often
been constrained by policies constructed under rancorous conditions.
Such rancor rarely lends itself to developing sound policies
that will best serve the government, the employees tasked with
implementing the policies or those individuals and groups the
policies were created for. In coming together to find potential
solutions to issues and trying to set aside party concerns,
the Common Interest is serving a public good. I look forward
to working with your organization in finding solutions to the
serious problems facing our state. |
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Rep. Sue Chew is a fourth-generation American, and the daughter
of a US veteran, she has lived in Boise for more than two decades
dedicating her life to finding solutions for Idaho families,
seniors and working people.
Before becoming a college professor in 2000, she was a field
biologist from 1980-1982, a court mediation volunteer, and a
licensed pharmacist since 1986. Active in her community, Sue
is a BSU student advocate, a member of the Board of Directors
for the Friendship Free Clinic, a past Vice President of The
Idaho Women’s Network, a board member of the BSU Cultural Center,
a member of the executive board of the United Vision for Idaho,
and is a board member of The Interfaith Alliance. Sue was the
recipient of the 2003 Woman Making History Award and was the
recipient of the 2006 Cultural Center Service Award.
Healthcare, transportation, and sustainable energy innovations
for the future are just a few of the issues that have compelled
Rep. Chew’s work in the Idaho Legislature in the last two years.
Additionally, as a trained mediator, she understands the importance
of working for win-win solutions. This is why her work is always
collaborative-based and community-focused. |