First and
foremost, I want to thank the people of Middletown for their engagement in this
year's election. While I’m disappointed in the outcome of my campaign for
Township Committee, I’m incredibly proud of the spirited race we ran. We
tackled the tough issues head-on—affordable and attainable housing that allows
younger generations to stay in the community they’ve grown up in, implementing
Smart Growth principles in planning new neighborhoods, and addressing the
deteriorating conditions of our main roads and neighborhood streets. We also
focused on the lack of sidewalks throughout much of our town and the pressing
need to manage traffic and congestion, which are affecting the quality of life
for all residents.
Additionally, we
cannot ignore the financial strain many of our residents are facing due to
skyrocketing property taxes. The annual assessments of property values are
driving these increases, leading to financial hardship for seniors on fixed
incomes, working families, and young homeowners trying to establish themselves
in Middletown. This is an urgent issue that demands real solutions to ensure
our community remains accessible and affordable for all.
On the national stage,
we’ve witnessed a truly historic election. While it was a hard-fought campaign,
former President Donald Trump has defeated Vice President Kamala Harris to
regain the White House. This result marks a pivotal moment in our country’s
history and highlights the deep divisions we face. As Democrats, we must take
this as an opportunity to reflect, regroup, and redouble our efforts to advance
the values of fairness, inclusion, and opportunity for all.
To our supporters,
volunteers, and everyone who believed in our campaign, thank you. Your
dedication and passion are what make our community strong.
This election was a
chapter, not the end of the story. Together, we’ll keep building a better,
fairer future for our town, our state, and our nation."
—Mike "MiddletownMike" Morris
Chairman, Middletown
Democratic Party
Candidate, Middletown
Township Committee 2024
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