Mary Washington

Marilyn Crosby

10/2/2010

The following letter to the editor is strictly my own opinion. As a public official (board of education) the Attorney General of Maryland's office requires that I state that what I write is my own opinion. Mary Washington, who is a commissioner candidate, is my neighbor, my good friend, and a fellow board of education member. I met her on one of my daily walks about twenty-five years ago so my knowledge of her is well founded. I have given speeches on education and written letters to editors for about twenty years. Throughout these years I have contacted Mary with questions and requests for information. She always gets back to me with answers to my questions and the information I requested. She has exceptional constituent services. As a board member, Mary comes well prepared to board meetings. It is evident she has studied the agenda. She asks excellent questions founded on critical thinking and fourteen years of experience. She has never missed a meeting! Mary has the ability to prioritize issues. In a time of little money, we need someone to put things in order given a limited amount of funds. We have one of the best school systems in the country, and it was built with limited monies. Mary is a leader. She got me to sign up for the Boardmanship Academy, and the Legislative Committee. She has been a wonderful mentor to me and made me feel welcome to the board. Mary and I have frequently traveled on board business. We go to graduations, conventions, school functions, and the list goes on. She loves the students and their parents and they admire her as well. Mary is a woman of honesty, integrity and character. She will take these wonderful qualities with her to the board of commissioners. I am voting for Mary! Marilyn Crosby Member, Board of Education Sept. 20, 2010

YourLetters Feedback NOTE: Views expressed below do not reflect the views or opinions of TheBayNet.com, or the employees of TheBayNet.com.

Be The First To Comment On This Letter!