Publishers note: When we ask the question: What do Fayetteville and Cumberland County need most? The most resounding response is: "Honest and competent leadership." However, encouraging good people to run has been the biggest challenge. I am encouraged that a bi-partisan movement is afoot to recruit candidates with the integrity, knowledge, and desire to lead Fayetteville and Cumberland County into the 21st century. Below is a statement from such an individual. Hopefully, others will follow.
Bill Bowman
Publisher

 

Over the last year, as I stepped back from elected office and spent more time with my family and in my business, my desire to serve the people of our community has not diminished.

This period of reflection and engagement in everyday community life has only deepened my focus on our local needs and challenges. My desire to serve your interests has grown stronger, and it is with this renewed commitment that I am seeking the office of Cumberland County Commissioner in one of the three District 2 seats.

Now, more than ever we need leaders solely focused on strengthening our community not dividing it and ensuring that everyone has opportunities for a better life.

I have always believed in “deeds not words”, and I hope my consistent actions as a state senator and city councilman have proven that I am the leader who will continue to put the people of this community first over the political games we often see play out. I will deliver results not promises.

Over the next several years our community will make major investments in moving forward and we need steady, experienced leadership.

Experience matters now more than ever and I will bring my experience at the state and local levels to the board of commissioners at a time when two long-term incumbents have chosen not to seek another term.
I will continue championing issues like clean water, job growth, infrastructure growth, mental health, education, veterans, quality of life, and ensuring people have better opportunities.

In previous elected positions, I have delivered for our community in these areas and will deliver again as your county commissioner.

I am ready to roll up my sleeves and get back to work for you. I love this community and want to help build a life for our children to have opportunities to come home to, where they can live and raise their own future families.

I am committed to always doing what is best for our community, being respectful of others even when we disagree and focused on solutions even when they are difficult.