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CAROL SCHWARTZ FOR MAYOR
1005 7TH STREET, NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
(202) 393~7300 - FAX (202) 639-8738

August 20, 1998

Dear Commissioner,

A few months ago, I announced my candidacy for mayor of the District of Columbia. Like you, I am deeply concerned about the future of our city. As an ANC Commissioner, you have committed yourself to our community. Since home rule, I have done the same — first on the Board of Education and then as an at-large member of the City Council. Together, we have struggled to strengthen our local democracy, which is now, unfortunately, at risk.

This is a crucial time for our city. The next four years will determine whether or not we regain the right to govern ourselves or, if we will continue to be subjected to the rule of outsiders. At its very core, democracy is about representation, about the grass-roots leadership you and I provide. Those who have taken over our city are not accountable to us — they do not even know our people. And it does not have to be this way.

We need a local leader who will restore credibility to our government and dignity to our city. I am that leader. Throughout my decades-long commitment to the District, I have shown the energy, the compassion and the courage which are needed in the fight for our future. Together we can — and will — provide safe streets and strong schools and a sense of renewal in our city.

But to do it, I will need your support. Please take a moment to read and fill out the enclosed form. I’d also like to extend a personal invitation for you to drop by our office at 1005 7th St., N.W. for a cup of coffee or a soda to share ideas on how we can work together to meet the needs of our residents. Our headquarters is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m., and on the weekends from noon until 5:00 p.m. The phone number is (202) 393-7300.

Some look at this city and see what it's become. I look at this city and see all it can be — under my leadership and with your help.

Sincerely,

Carol Schwartz

Paid for by the Carol Schwartz Committee, Richard A. Smith, Treasurer, 1005 7th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001
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