Dear Friends & Neighbors,
Like many of you, I was not happy with the direction that our state government was going. That is why I ran for the State Assembly.
I was raised on a dairy farm in rural Spring Green, and developed the work ethic and many of the values that I enjoy today. I spent my career as a CPA in public accounting. For over 30 years I have advised businesses, not-for-profit agencies, and governmental units on financial matters and budgetary restraint.
I believe that I have brought that same common sense approach to decision making in Madison as we use in our businesses and households.
Prior to the current state budget, our legislature had not balanced the state budget, in real terms, in many years. We have made some tough choices, as have many families, and the state now has a budget that is balanced. We have put the state on a stable course for the future. We will end the current budget with a surplus, which is something that has not been done in decades.
Until the economy improves and we again have good jobs for our citizens, we need to direct our attention and our energy to job creation. We should not be distracted from this important issue by other less important matters. I will work hard to help create good jobs for our hard working people!
I am excited about the opportunity to serve you. I look forward to meeting many of you.
Sincerely,
Howard Marklein
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