Supporting one of our own

I have been told that a blog is personal and that I am not, in any way, speaking in behalf of the congregation or the United Methodist Church. Therefore, I am sharing a personal opinion and conviction with you.

One of our own, Mr. Jeff Van Zandt, is running for District Judge in Sedgwick County. Anyone is Sedgwick County is eligible for vote for a judge in District 28. My goal is not to tell persons how to vote. I am simply wanting you to know that one of our own is running your political office and brings a wealth of credentials and credibility to the task.

Adrienne, Jeff's wife, wrote a great letter that I will gladly add my signature to.

Dear Friends:

In the past few years we have seen many instances of judicial rulings that have impacted our society. Many of these decisions have been contrary to our enacted law and statutes but are still made due to judges who feel the need or desire to enact law from the bench not taking into account the actual wishes of the electorate. Nationwide, rulings are handed down almost daily, which the average citizen finds totally shocking and unbelievable. These decisions are impacting the lives of our children, spouses, friends and fellow citizens. We are now seeing many judicial rulings being handed down from the courts, which are adversely affecting our economy and our way of life. That is why I am writing this letter to you today.
There is an attorney in our church family who has entered his name in the Sedgwick County Judicial race. His name is Jeff VanZandt and he is running for District Judge in District 28.
Jeff's legal background and experience are quite impressive. He has been practicing law for over 23 years. His years of practice have given him a comprehensive and diverse background in business, real estate, banking, consumer and family law. He also has a vast experience and record in civil and commercial litigation. His professional accomplishments are many and as stated earlier, very impressive.
This; however, is not why I have taken the time to contact you and write this letter. I am supporting Jeff and urging your support for Mr. VanZandt for his character and ethics. I can promise you that if you choose to support and elect Jeff for your District Judge, you will see only strict enforcement and application of the law as it stands.
Jeff is a family man and devoted Christian who is committed to serving his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, his wife and two teenage sons, Chapel Hill, and his community. Additionally, Jeff has a genuine concern for our state and nation and the future it will provide to succeeding generations. Fellow citizens, our country and state laws have served our nation well, with fairness, equality and impartiality. We do not need activist judges with hidden agendas sitting in our courts. We certainly do not need one in this district. We need someone with Jeff’s courage and convictions to rule fairly, impartially and not try to make decisions to change our societal principles.
I can only tell you that due to my concern for and the sake of my children, my wife, my friends and my community, I will do everything I can to help elect Jeff for District Judge this year and will be voting for him in the August 5th primary. I urge you to not waste this precious vote because this year, for this office, you have a choice that truly will make a difference for your futures.
Vote VanZandt for District Judge on August 5th. Jeff possesses Honesty, Integrity and Common Sense.
Thank you for your kind consideration!

For additional information or contributions, please contact:
Vote VanZandt, PO Box 781140, Wichita, KS 67207,
Paul Dahlke, Treasurer