I’ve always been a Democrat and have generally voted a straight Democratic ticket. But, this year, I’m making an exception, and it’s an easy choice. I’m voting for Shirley Masuo for Shohola Township Supervisor. Shirley is a registered Republican who is running as a write-in candidate to unseat incumbent George Fluhr Jr.

Shirley is an open and fair-minded individual who is dedicated to an inclusive government that welcomes all points of view—not just those with which she agrees. Shirley has presented an achievable, common-sense platform, while her opponent offers none.

I was honored to serve the people of Shohola for 30 years as township supervisor. After I retired from the board, I attended the monthly supervisors’ meetings. I saw Mr. Fluhr Jr. gavel citizens to silence when he didn’t share their point of view. I observed him being uncivil and unkind to his constituents. I saw him evade answering even simple questions, and I heard him take credit for projects that the township staff, not he, had successfully implemented. I soon stopped going to meetings.

I know what it takes to govern this township, and Shirley Masuo has it in spades. Please join me in writing in Shirley Masuo as township supervisor on November 3.

Henry Prigge

Shohola, PA