Scott Tipton is part of a group of Republicans who can hardly tolerate not being the party in power, and who will do anything – including shutting down the government – to include that anger and resentment into their decision-making. Abel Tapia is an earnest, hard-working, well-respected state representative whose goal is to restore confidence in Congress’ ability to get something done by working across party lines for the people he serves. Get rid of the incumbent: Vote for Abel Tapia, even though he doesn’t have a federal government track record.

As for Sheriff Schirard, over all his years in office, I’ve often wondered why we never hear much from him in terms of his vision, plans and programs. And now that we’re hearing more from him, I’d like to hear, well, less. Get rid of the incumbent: Vote for Sean Smith because he intends to serve all county resident, not just his friends.

Wayne Mass

Durango