Archive: Opinions

In the November 6th general election, the Town of Lansing voters will have an opportunity to elect Maura Kennedy-Smith as their Town Justice to replace retiring Justice David Banfield. Maura's legal knowledge and experience make her extremely qualified to fill the justice office. Her opponent must learn how to perform as a town justice, but Maura knows the justice's duties and responsibilities now, and she can apply them on day one.

As a wife and mother of two children in Lansing schools, Maura understands the impact of local laws and legal proceedings on the safety and cohesiveness of her community. Her demeanor in local courts is exemplary, and she will continue Judge Banfield's history of fairness, integrity, and honesty as Lansing's town justice.

I believe that, if elected, Maura will be the town's first woman justice, and she will be the first attorney elected as justice. I know that she is the best candidate for Town Justice, and Lansing will benefit from her dedication to the job and her empathy for anyone who appears within the town court.

VOTE FOR MAURA KENNEDY-SMITH AS YOUR LANSING TOWN JUSTICE!

Ronny Hardaway
Village of Lansing
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