On Aug. 7 voters in the 79th District have the opportunity to vote for a candidate who is compassionate about and dedicated to our community and who has a strong work ethic — traits that will bode well for southwest Michigan as an advocate for education and jobs as our State Representative in Lansing.  That candidate is Maria Moen, and I invite you to join me and cast your vote for her.

Maria has made her mark in our community through her many volunteer/leadership roles —  Curious Kids’ Museum board vice-president, St. Joseph Public Schools Foundation board member and public relations committee member, Berrien Community Foundation T.E.A.M. (Teens Exhibiting Able Minds) advisor, CCEC Lake Michigan Catholic School board member, United Way basic needs committee member and Readiness Center volunteer.

For the past 10 years Maria has worked as a relocation consultant assisting families moving to southwest Michigan.

As a wife, mother, employee and volunteer, as well as listening to literally thousands of residents on the campaign trail, she is keenly aware of the issues important to all of us. Maria is young enough to represent us with energy and enthusiasm yet mature enough to have the life experiences that will allow her to be a respectful representative and make decisions that will be in the best interest of our entire community.

Maria truly has a servant’s heart. 

Lee Passaro 

St. Joseph