I have tried to compose this letter for many days now, and finally I can get it all down on paper. I am very disappointed to no longer have an opportunity to serve you, but I am most grateful to all the individuals who have been supportive of my candidacy.
I would like to thank all the volunteers, the individuals that took the time out of their busy schedules to vote, and for all who have been kind and supportive. I think it was clear we had a tough battle against the local, county and state Democratic parties that invested time, effort, and a great deal of money to ensure the defeat of the local grassroots effort. Still, we put up a great fight, and we should hold our heads up high. We never fought dirty, and we were always honest.
Special thank-yous are extended to my core committee, Amy, Viji, Evelyn and especially Donna, who worked tirelessly in this effort. They were excellent leaders and are precious friends. Somewhere along the way, the campaign became a family, and it was important that I found that again in politics; I found again neighbors just getting together for a common cause – no political machines, no nastiness, just people working for the betterment of our community. I am so proud to have been a part of this effort.
Though I no longer will be able to serve, I will have wonderful memories of my time with you in office. Thanks again, core committee, all the volunteers and South Brunswick neighbors and friends.
Debra Johnson
Monmouth Junction section
of South Brunswick