Scott running for District 1 legislative seat

BLANCHARD — Heather Scott of Blanchard is announcing her intentions to run for District 1 state representative.

A 15-year resident of North Idaho, Scott believes her straight forward, honest no-nonsense approach to politics will find favor with the voters.

She wants voters to have the choice of a small-government candidate in May.

“I think a lot of people up here don’t want to deal with any more government rules and regulations,” she said.

Her diverse work history has included simultaneous careers as an aquatic biologist and a local small business owner/farmer while also serving as President of God’s Provision Thrift Store in Priest River. While a relative new comer to politics, Scott believes these endeavors have provided her a firsthand understanding of issues that are important to District 1 residents. One of the most motivating forces arrived when Scott learned District 1 was one of the fastest growing Idaho districts in terms of government expansion, she said.

Although she strongly believes the current trend towards big government is stifling the freedoms of American families, she is still hopeful for the future of this state.

Scott believes that if voters are willing to make tough choices to reduce federal dependency, Idaho can once again be a strong independent leader among western states.

“My biggest goal is to push back on big government and fight for more freedom for families,” she said.

Scott faces Eric Anderson in the primary election for candidacy. While she knows Anderson has maintained his office for many years, she thinks her status as a newcomer might be appealing for many voters.

“My opponent has been in a long time, and I don’t think career politicians are a good thing,” she said.

Scott currently serves as the Spirit Valley Precinct Committeeman for the Bonner County Republican Central Committee. She has also been active in local school and land rights issues as well as educating residents on potential consequences related to Idaho’s new state healthcare exchange.

She plans to introduce herself to the residents of District 1 by visiting north Idaho communities and hosting dessert potlucks. Scott said the community events will give her a chance to discuss local issues with as well as be informed on what is happening at the state level with the current north Idaho legislators.

Scott also plans to discuss how the Affordable Care Act, gun laws, and state sovereignty issues will affect you personally.

She said that she plans to listen to issues affecting the immediate area, give people hope and introduce a plan of action for moving forward.

“We will also eat lots of desserts” Scott added.

If you would like to find out more about Heather Scott or attend a local community dessert potluck, please contact her at 208-920-3120 or check her out online at www.voteheatherscott.com

Editor’s note: Current legislative District 1 state representatives are Eric Anderson and George Eskridge.